• Application Deadline: Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Head of Unit, Application Development



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA



• Experience 4 - 5 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning & Management:
  
  
  
  
  • Develop and implement the application development strategy in alignment with the organization's IT strategy and business objectives.
  
  
  • Plan and budget for application development projects, resources, and tools.
  
  
  • Lead and manage the Application Development team, including recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and mentorship.
  
  
  • Establish and maintain application development standards, policies, and procedures, including coding standards, testing methodologies, and deployment processes.
  
  
  
  


• Application Development Lifecycle Management:
  
  
  
  • Oversee the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC) for all application development projects, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance.
  
  
  • Ensure the use of appropriate development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) for different projects.
  
  
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
  
  
  • Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
  
  
  
  


• Team Leadership & Mentorship:
  
  
  
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to the application development team.
  
  
  • Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
  
  
  • Mentor and coach team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.
  
  
  • Conduct performance reviews and identify training needs.
  
  
  
  


• Technical Design & Architecture:
  
  
  
  • Collaborate with architects and senior developers to design and implement robust and scalable application architectures.
  
  
  • Ensure that applications are designed with security, performance, and maintainability in mind.
  
  
  • Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to developers.
  
  
  
  


• Quality Assurance & Testing:
  
  
  
  • Implement quality assurance processes and testing methodologies to ensure the delivery of high-quality applications.
  
  
  • Oversee the testing of applications, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing.
  
  
  • Ensure that defects are identified and resolved promptly.
  
  
  
  


• Technology Evaluation & Implementation:
  
  
  
  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks to improve application development efficiency and quality.
  
  
  • Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and emerging trends in application development.
  
  
  
  


• Vendor Management (if applicable):
  
  
  
  • Manage relationships with external software development vendors, if applicable.
  
  
  • Negotiate contracts and ensure service level agreements are met.
  
  
  
  


• Reporting & Communication:
  
  
  
  • Provide regular reports on application development projects, team performance, and technology trends.
  
  
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders about application development initiatives and issues.