Technology Lead - Lending Applications Stability & Release Management (Vice President)

The Lending Applications Technology and Release Management Lead is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing release governance, delivery execution, and production readiness across the Lending technology landscape. This role partners closely with Development, QA, Infrastructure, Operations, and Business stakeholders to manage application releases, drive continuous improvement, and ensure the smooth and controlled implementation of technology changes that support business objectives.
Responsibilities:
Create, modify, and maintain Unix/Linux shell scripts for automating a variety of tasks, including deployment, system monitoring, data processing, and reporting.
Utilize scripting to streamline operational procedures and improve the efficiency of development and support activities.
Troubleshoot and debug scripts to ensure they run correctly and efficiently in all environments.
Analyze and debug the Java codebase to pinpoint the source of production errors. Develop, test, and deploy emergency code fixes, patches, and configuration changes to mitigate critical issues and restore service stability.
Conduct deep-dive investigations into application logs, heap dumps, and performance metrics to identify the underlying root causes of defects, memory leaks, and performance bottlenecks.
Act as the final escalation point for complex and critical production incidents within Java-based applications and microservices.
Identify recurring problems and systemic issues within the Java applications. Collaborate with and escalate to the core development (L4) teams to ensure permanent solutions are incorporated into future software releases.
Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to implementation and testing.
Collaborate with senior developers and architects to design and implement new features and enhancements.
Work closely with Quality Assurance (QA) teams to ensure code quality and resolve bugs.
Collaborate with infrastructure and operations teams to ensure smooth application deployment and operation.
Participate in code reviews to provide and receive constructive feedback, ensuring high-quality code is delivered.
Recommended Qualifications:
10+ years of hands-on experience in application development, coupled with demonstrated expertise in release management methodologies and best practices.
Demonstrated proficiency in Java
Having Lending business knowledge is preferable
Extensive experience system analysis and in programming of software applications
Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate
Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
Education:
Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
Master’s degree preferred
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
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Job Family Group: Technology
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Job Family:Applications Development
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Time Type:Full time
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Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above.
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Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
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