Software Application Director
NetworkPedia
Overview
Job Title - IT Software Applications Manager / Director (2 Openings)
Location - Spring Grove, IL (Onsite)
Employment Type - Full-time
About the Role
We are hiring two leadership roles (Manager & Director level) to lead IT & OT software application teams within a manufacturing environment .
This position will oversee development teams, enterprise applications, and data platforms, ensuring alignment with business goals while driving innovation, efficiency, and scalability. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity with a clear path to succession into senior IT leadership within the organization.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage teams of developers, data scientists, analysts, and product owners (15–25+ team size)
- Oversee development and support of ERP systems, custom applications, and data platforms
- Drive delivery using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) ensuring timelines, quality, and budget adherence
- Collaborate with IT, OT, and business stakeholders to define requirements and deliver impactful solutions
- Establish and track KPIs/OKRs to measure team performance and system effectiveness
- Ensure implementation of secure coding practices, compliance standards, and data governance policies
- Support system operations, troubleshooting, and end-user enablement initiatives
- Lead initiatives around analytics, machine learning, and data-driven decision making
- Stay updated with emerging technologies and introduce innovation across enterprise systems
Mandatory Skills & Qualifications
- 10-12 years of experience in software development or application management
- 3–5 years of experience managing teams of 15–25+ IT professionals
- Experience working within a manufacturing environment (MANDATORY)
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred)
- Proven experience leading data science teams (analytics, ML, data governance)
- Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
- Experience implementing secure coding and compliance practices
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Preferred Skills
- Experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks
- Exposure to AI-driven development tools and modern enterprise architecture
- Strong understanding of data platforms and advanced analytics ecosystems
- Experience driving digital transformation initiatives in manufacturing environments
What Makes You a Fit
- Strong leadership and team development capabilities
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
- Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams (IT, OT, Business)
- Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering scalable, high-quality solutions
- Adaptable mindset with interest in emerging technologies
Why Join Us
- Leadership opportunity with a clear path to succession into senior IT leadership
- Work within an employee-owned organization (ESOP ~15%)
- Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus (~10%)
- Opportunity to drive ERP, application modernization, and data transformation initiatives
- Collaborative and innovation-driven work environment
About NetworkPedia
NetworkPedia is a certified women-owned technology and talent solutions company, providing IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, managed services, and specialized recruitment across North Americas and beyond. Our mission is to empower organizations with secure, scalable, and innovative technology while building inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve.
As a trusted partner, we deliver expertise across networking, cloud, IT service management, and security operations, along with staffing solutions for niche technology roles. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all our hiring practices and ensure that our opportunities are open to all qualified applicants, without discrimination on the basis of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.
How to Apply
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