Application Development Manager

About the Organization

The Momentus Capital branded family of organizations - which includes Capital Impact Partners, CDC Small Business Finance and Momentus Securities (an SEC-registered broker-dealer, MSRB-registered, FINRA/SIPC member) - are transforming how capital and investments flow into communities to provide people access to the capital and opportunities they deserve.

We are working to reinvent traditional financial systems and advance locally-led solutions that create economic mobility and generational wealth. Through our continuum of financial, knowledge, and social capital, we offer a comprehensive package of loan products, impact investment opportunities, training and business advising programs, and technology solutions.

Our holistic and streamlined approach offers comprehensive solutions for small business entrepreneurs, real estate developers, community-based organizations, and local leaders at every stage of growth, from inception to expansion. When these leaders have the opportunity to succeed, their communities, their residents – and our country – thrive.

Position Summary

The Application Development Manager will be responsible for overseeing and guiding the implementation and maintenance of application systems across the organization. This role will focus on both people leadership and active technical involvement, including managing the software development lifecycle, leading a team of developers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure that applications meet organizational needs and function efficiently within our technological ecosystem.

The Application Development Manager balances people and project leadership (approximately 60%) with ongoing hands-on technical involvement (approximately 40%) including code reviews, architectural guidance, and targeted development support, while driving improvements in application performance, security, and user experience.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead the application development team in designing, building, and deploying scalable, high-quality software solutions.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate strategic goals into technical requirements.
• Engage with other IT staff for project management, requirements gathering, and solution design.
• Ensure application architecture and development follow industry best practices for coding, security, and user experience.
• Actively challenge and guide the team on code quality, design decisions, and opportunities for improvement.
• Drive innovation through the adoption of new technologies, frameworks, and development methodologies.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to programming standards and quality assurance practices.
• Monitor application performance and implement optimizations or upgrades as needed.
• Maintain clear documentation for development processes, systems, and integrations.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the development team, IT, and business units to ensure solutions meet organizational needs.
• Provide application development support on new and existing projects where needed.
• Develop and maintain code using a variety of software tools including C#, Azure ADF Pipelines, and Salesforce Lightning

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of hands-on application development experience in application development, with at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Lead the application development team, including mentoring and coaching team members while promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the development, testing, and deployment of software applications, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and align with business requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and translate those needs into technical specifications and practical application solutions.
• Manage the software development lifecycle (SDLC), including planning, execution, and monitoring of application development projects.
• Ensure applications are developed with best practices in mind regarding security, performance, and usability.
• Conduct regular code reviews and implement quality assurance practices to maintain high standards of functionality and code quality.
• Proficient in software development languages such as C#, .NET, and related frameworks.
• Experience with web and mobile application development, as well as understanding of cloud computing technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Working knowledge of Azure Data Factory (ADF), ADF pipeline development, and SQL Server, including support of data integration workflows. Experience with Salesforce development and administration (Preferred)

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $127,870 - $160,000 and is eligible for an annual incentive.

This role is eligible to work remotely.

All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor applicants for work visas.