FCS Financial · 4 weeks ago
Team Leader, Application Development
FCS Financial is a longstanding organization with a commitment to supporting agriculture and rural communities in Missouri. The Team Leader, Application Development will oversee the design, development, and maintenance of enterprise applications, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while managing a team to drive successful project outcomes.
BankingCrowdfundingFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Analyze business processes, monitor strategic goals, and shape technology solutions aligned with organizational objectives
Identify opportunities for integration, lead design and maintenance of solutions, and coordinate with Infrastructure, Data, and Platform teams
Enforce Agile/Waterfall methodologies, manage resource allocation, establish deliverables, and monitor project progress
Triage change requests, assign priorities, and collaborate across IS teams to resolve issues effectively
Implement performance metrics, develop team policies, mentor staff, and drive adherence to governance standards
Coordinate responses to third-party audits, implement corrective actions, and ensure compliance with policies and practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years in enterprise application development and integration within structured project environments
Leadership in building and supporting .NET integrations across SaaS and on‑premises systems
Oversight of customer-facing and internal .NET web applications
Expertise in system design (cloud, on-premises, hybrid) and multiple programming languages (.NET, Java, Python, C++)
Solid understanding of SDLC, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, ITIL/ITSM, plus knowledge of governance, SaaS/PaaS/IaaS, databases, and security
Skilled in structured project delivery: sprint cycles, time-boxed work, and metrics-driven tracking
Ability to build and lead teams, set standards, and foster collaboration
Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, and a standout 401(k) plan
Flexible Work Environment : Hybrid options available depending on organizational needs
Professional Growth : Opportunities to lead strategic initiatives and shape technology direction
Collaborative Culture : Work closely with Business, Infrastructure, Data, and Platform teams to deliver impactful solutions