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Commerce Bank · 2 hours ago

IT Manager I - Applications

Kansas City, MO

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$102K/yr - $121K/yr

3+ years exp

Commerce Bank is committed to helping people find financial safety and success while fostering a culture focused on innovation and employee development. The IT Manager I - Applications will lead the Wealth Management, Commerce Financial Advisors, and Capital Markets Application Team, focusing on improving service lifecycle, stability, and team performance through automation and effective management practices.

BankingFinanceFinancial Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Engage in and improve the whole lifecycle of services—from inception, through deployment, operation, and refinement

Support services through activities such as system design consulting, integrating software and frameworks, automation creation, testing, capacity planning and implementation reviews

Maintain stability by measuring and monitoring availability, latency, and overall system health

Identify and lead changes to enhance team approach to troubleshoot, resolve, apply workarounds, and ultimately apply a quality permanent solution to resolve any technical issue

Scale systems sustainably through mechanisms like automation and evolve systems by pushing for changes that improve reliability and velocity

Utilize technical skills to maintain optimal system efficiency, productivity, and reliability

Practice sustainable incident response

Lead, mentor and motivate team members to implement the department strategy and manage department workflow with guidance on departmental projects/issues, and provide coaching and development opportunities appropriate to each direct report's individual needs

Perform all necessary management functions, including hiring, evaluations, annual increase allocations and disciplinary action as required

Communicate decisions, priorities and relevant information to team members effectively

Support budget management, planning and expenditure

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

SQL ServerFull stack developmentAgile implementationC#.NETWindows ServerBudget managementTeam culture buildingMicrosoft OfficeLeadership skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsCritical thinkingAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required

3+ years of experience in Agile implementation required

3+ years of leadership/supervisory experience required

Strong knowledge of SQL Server and related database design, including knowledge of best practices

Extensive background in full stack development (preferably in a C# environment)

Ability be action orientated and enthusiastic in an Agile based work style while responding efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced dynamic environment

Effective vendor management skills and ability to build strong working relationships

Ability to communicate confidently and concisely (written and spoken) to both technologists and non-technologists with a strong commitment to outstanding customer service

Strong skill set in leading, integrating, installing, automating, testing, supporting and delivering solutions

Ability to build a strong and effective team culture while being action oriented, high-energy, and enthusiastic

Proven budget management and problem-solving skills

Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to apply discretion and sound judgement to solve problems efficiently and effectively

Ability to drive results and balance management of organizational risk and meeting goals of the business

Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate team members and foster a positive team environment that gives way to collaboration and unified goals

Outstanding interpersonal and relationship building skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the company, clearly expressing ideas and concepts both verbally and in writing

Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values

Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook

Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future