VP II, IT Development (Digital Products)

VP, IT Development (Digital Products)

Information Technology

The Information Technology team supports almost every area of the Bank. Utilizing technology solutions to collect and interpret data for business strategies and providing infrastructure for all business operations. Puneet Rawal, the Chief Information Officer for Credit One Bank, explains why an IT professional should join his team by bringing up one word repeatedly: Growth, with a capital G. “Individuals who have growth aspirations for their career, will not find a better place. You want to be in a growing company that can support your growth. We provide that unique mix.” Click here to learn more about the IT team.

Position Summary

The VP, of IT Development (Digital Products) will work with the IT leadership in conjunction with other department leaders to define and deploy the delivery transformation agenda along with the transition roadmap. The VP, of IT Development (Digital Products) is expected to build strong relationships in IT, with a focus on collaboration and direct communication. This position will aid the department in meeting the company’s strategic goals.

Essential Job Functions:

• Developing Project Management methodologies and project standards in collaboration with IT leadership, the methodologies may include Design Thinking, Lean and agile methodologies, etc.
• Lead efforts to bring about operational and culture change to the organization by implementing innovative solutions to improve process controls, cost reduction, efficiency, productivity, and quality with the goal of exceeding customers’ expectations.
• Deliver business value by assuming responsibility for the delivery of medium to large IT projects that are often cross-organizational initiatives in support of strategic objectives.
• Works in a consultative fashion with other IT leaders that may improve their efficiency and effectiveness.
• Strategize, implement, and maintain on-time delivery of program initiatives that adhere to organizational objectives.
• Oversee multiple project teams, ensuring program goals are reached Continuously evaluate technical efficiency and recommend changes as necessary.
• Support IT leadership functions including annual planning, budgeting, status reporting, presentations, and continuous improvement.
• Responsible for project communications, identification of issues/risks, and escalation of critical issues to senior leaders. Provides recommendations and/or solutions for identified issues.
• Proficiency with JS frameworks (e.g.: React, Angular, NodeJS), SQL and NoSQL DBMS (e.g.: SQL Server, Postgresql, Mysql, Firebase, Elastic), Object-oriented development (e.g.: Java, Node.js)
• Design and build REST-based microservice APIs and micro-frontends along with a deep understanding of DevOps & CI/CD
• Design and build REST-based microservice APIs and micro-frontends along with a deep understanding of DevOps & CI/CD
• Forecast and manage finances for large IT programs.
• Build a culture dedicated to Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Quality.
• Excellent knowledge of applying SCRUM/Agile/Lean start-up methodologies.
• Actively promotes the mission of the company within the organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in technology, engineering, or related field
• 8-12 years of progressive Information Technology experience; 5 or more years of management and strategic experience
• Outstanding working knowledge of change management principles and performance evaluation processes
• Working knowledge of digital transformation
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively and follow up to ensure achievement of deadlines, outcomes, and results.
• Demonstrate company core values of excellence, ownership, collaboration, and integrity.

Preferred:

• MBA/MS in a related field preferred