Information Technology Manager II - Application Development & Services

About the job

Strategic Leadership Service Delivery Align application development roadmaps and technology strategies with agency strategic priorities and enterprise architecture standards under the guidance of the IT Director. Oversee full application lifecycle management, including requirements analysis, solution design, development, deployment, maintenance, modernization, and system retirement. Translate complex agency business requirements into scalable technology solutions, actionable development roadmaps, and reliable delivery commitments. Project, Portfolio Methodology Oversight Manage delivery commitments across project portfolios using established methodologies, including SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), Agile delivery, and standard SDLC practices. Lead Program Increment (PI) planning and capacity assessment activities to balance resource availability, business value, and operational dependencies. Maintain accurate portfolio visibility, project tracking, time reporting, and operational records using ServiceNow and enterprise management platforms. Coordinate fiscal-year project transitions, work planning, and technology asset valuation to support agency finance, budget forecasting, and enterprise reporting. Technical Modernization Innovation Drive technical excellence by establishing best practices in application architecture, database administration, automated testing, continuous integration, and secure code deployment. Evaluate and implement modern software engineering methods, including responsible AI-assisted development tools, code generation practices, and rapid application framework adoption. Lead legacy system modernization, vulnerability remediation, technical debt reduction, and ongoing reliability improvements. Establish and enforce responsible AI-assisted and rapid software development practices, including approved tooling, data privacy safeguards, intellectual property considerations, and mandatory human validation of generated code. People Management Team Development Lead, mentor, and build a collaborative culture for a multidisciplinary team composed of state employees and contract professionals. Conduct regular individual check-ins and team meetings to set clear performance expectations, provide actionable feedback, and support career growth. Drive accountability by establishing measurable objectives, delegating authority, and promoting technical learning opportunities. Assess technical capabilities across development teams to identify skills gaps; establish structured mentorship, cross-training, and continuous learning programs that reduce single-point dependencies. Financial, Resource Vendor Management Monitor unit operational budgets, software licensing, cloud and on-premises hosting expenditures, and technology procurement plans. Oversee contractor performance, establish clear contractual expectations, define Statements of Work (SOWs), and ensure vendor deliverables meet quality and security standards. Ensure strict adherence to State of Utah compliance requirements, security policies, privacy mandates, and governance standards.