Applications Delivery Lead at GVA Partners

Job Description

• Our Client is the third largest exchange in Africa. The Applications Delivery Lead reports to the Lead Technologist, Market Operations and Technology and is responsible for the development and delivery of the Exchange's technical application requirements and its associated service delivery.
• The post holder will possess a proven track record in designing, building and supporting a word class applications services in a secure manner with sound functionality, high usability and maximum uptime and in line with ITIL principles.

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years post National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme delivery experience
• B.Sc degree in Computer Science, Engineering discipline, Mathematics or Physics will be a distinct advantage
• Solid technical track record in developing and supporting applications within the financial services sector is essential
• Market Data Services experience will be a distinct advantage
• Experience on at least four core technical disciplines (e.g., C#, Java, MS SQL Server, .NET Framework, structured development and QA methodologies, networking, OS, etc.,) at a ‘hands-on’ level is essential
• Experience with managing team of technical experts in a business critical service environment
• Training on ITIL and experience in working in an ITIL based environment will be a distinct advantage
• Technical certifications in software development to a high degree of proficiency
• Experience in leading large technical teams and implementation programmes (>$500K) will be an advantage
• Ability to demonstrate a track record of delivering complex business critical change
• Experience in managing/working with senior stakeholders at CTx/Exec level will be a distinct advantage