IT Application Specialist III

About Us Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) is a Fortune 250 leader in global automotive retail, operating more than 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. As the 4th largest dealership group in the U.S., Group 1 delivers a fully integrated automotive experience, including vehicle sales, financing, aftersales service, and digital retail solutions. As the automotive industry continues to evolve, Group 1 is investing in the people, technology, and operational excellence needed to shape what comes next. Our work is grounded in a simple belief, that a better experience for customers starts with an exemplary experience for employees.At Group 1, our commitment is to keep finding smarter ways to serve our customers and support one another. We believe great careers are built in environments where people are trusted, challenged, and given room to grow. If you share our core values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect, you can get more with Group 1. More opportunity. More support. More ways to build a career that moves you forward. Overview Group 1 Automotive, Inc., an international, Fortune 250 automotive retailer and a leading operator in the automotive retailing industry, is seeking an IT Application Manager to our team to lead end-to-end management of enterprise applications. This role will serve as a key liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams. The manager will ensure that application development aligns with organizational goals and industry best practices.We owns and operates automotive dealerships and collision centers in the United States and United Kingdom. We offer our associates a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect - now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail. If you are a passionate professional who enjoys working in an autonomous, hands-on environment, we invite you to apply. You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth. Responsibilities Manage the full application lifecycle from planning, deployment, and maintenanceCollaborate with business stakeholders to understand and translate requirements into technical specifications.Establish and enforce development standards around technology stacks, coding practices, and testingOversee development, configuration, integration, and support of web and cloud-based applications.Evaluate and implement tools and frameworks that support modern development practices and DevOps integration.Monitor performance, reliability, security and coordinate efforts to address issues and improvements.Mentor and guide development teams to ensure alignment with architectural principles and business priorities.Create and maintain documentation.Partner with IT infrastructure and security teams to ensure compliance with enterprise standards. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience)5+ years of experience in application management, software development, or solution architecture.Strong proficiency in SQL, Vue.js, .NET (C#), and Azure cloud services.Demonstrated ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and align IT solutions with business strategy.Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role within IT.Knowledge of enterprise integrations / API managementIn addition to competitive pay, we offer the following benefits with this position:Salary, plus annual bonus opportunityMedical, Dental & Vision insuranceLife, Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, etc.401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) Employee Referral Program Employee Vehicle Purchasing Program Vacation & Sick Days*All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment*Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all applicable pre-employment requirements in accordance with federal, state, and local law. Job SummaryCategory: Information TechnologyType: Regular Full-Time