Application Development ManagerLocation : MumbaiJob Summary :We are seeking a technical heavyweight to join as AVP/VP of Software Development. This is a "Player-Coach" role - you will not just manage spreadsheets and timelines; you will architect solutions, review code, and actively contribute to the codebase while leading a team of high-performing specialists. You are expected to bridge the gap between strategic leadership and tactical execution, driving the delivery of complex financial software solutions through hands-on engineering and expert mentorship.Key Responsibilities :Hands-On Delivery & Engineering :- Active Coding : Directly contribute to critical modules of the application stack (Python, React, nodeJs) to set the standard for code quality and design patterns.- Code Reviews : Act as the final gatekeeper for complex pull requests, ensuring clean, efficient, and secure code.- Debugging & Firefighting : Lead the triage of critical production incidents, utilizing deep system knowledge to diagnose root causes that junior engineers cannot resolve.- Proof of Concepts (PoC) : Personally build and validate PoCs for new technologies (AI/ML integration, Cloud migration) before handing them off to the team for scaling.Architecture & Technical Strategy :- System Design : Architect scalable, high-availability solutions for investment management workflows, making authoritative decisions on microservices vs. monolith, data consistency models, and cloud-native patterns.- Tech Roadmap : Define the long-term technical vision, ensuring the platform evolves from Cloud (AWS) server architecture to serverless.- Innovation :



Evaluate and implement cutting-edge tools (e.g., AI-driven analytics, Serverless compute) to maintain competitive advantage.Team Leadership & Mentorship :- Technical Mentorship : Go beyond "people management" by specifically coaching developers on how to write better code, optimize queries, and structure applications.- Culture of Excellence : Foster a "builder's culture" where engineering rigour is paramount.- Resource Management : Optimize team allocation, identifying skill gaps and personally conducting technical training sessions where necessary.Delivery Management & Stakeholder Alignment :- Project Execution : Own the full SDLC. Translate high-level business goals from executive leadership into executable technical specs.- Stakeholder Management : Collaborate with Product Managers and Operations Heads to manage expectations, balancing feature requests with technical debt reduction.- Risk Mitigation : Proactively identify architectural risks and single points of failure, implementing code-level safeguards.Required Skills :- Experience : 10 - 20 years in software development, with at least 5+ years in a hybrid Lead/Architect role.- Solid technical background with expertise in application development using technologies like python, react/nodejs, analytics, cloud technologies.- Education : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.Good to Have :- Understanding of Front, Middle, and Back office systems.- Familiarity with compliance frameworks (SOC2 / ISO27001 / HIPAA) in cloud context. (ref:hirist.tech)

📌 Application Development Manager (Mumbai)
🏢 GRAVITAS TECHNOLOGY PRIVATE
📍 Mumbai