Sr. Manager, Enterprise Applications

Hiring Manager: Chantelle Slater Shaw

Talent Acquisition Advisor: Gaurav Sehgal

Job Code Level: IGM2

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YOUR IMPACT:

OpenText is seeking a Senior Manager of Solution Delivery and Development to act as a liaison between business stakeholders and lead delivery teams within the IT organization. This individual will be expected to act as the lead on various initiatives within the IT domain. This role will be accountable for working closely with internal Technology teams to design, develop and implement system enhancements.

WHAT THE ROLE OFFERS:

• Own IT related solutions/programs in the Professional Services IT Systems domain e.g. Netsuite OpenAir
• Manage onshore development workforce
• Partner with offshore development COE to ensure staffing
• Implement continuous improvement development through modern coding frameworks and best practices.
• Accountable for threading multi-phased solutions/projects across multiple releases into one coherent solution/program.
• Work with stakeholders and within the team to develop aggressive, yet achievable, delivery roadmaps.
• Drive the adoption of agile principles by collaborating with the Agile Coach, empowering the team to deliver value through continuous improvement and innovation
• Accountable for IT HLD (High Level Design) /DDD (Detailed Design Document): content, completion and quality.
• Drive & contribute to project solutions - JAD sessions, responsible for gathering input / documenting HLD.
• Accountable for aligning all technology teams (Digital, Network) when delivering IT solutions.
• Support Architecture (Enterprise and Solution Architects) in defining overall solution approach in partnership with Technology stakeholders.
• Support the Project Manager throughout project life cycle.
• Work with Enterprise Architecture and procurement on defining vendor expectations.
• Working with the PM, Application teams and governance in the creation and management of governance/gating artifacts.
• Accountable / responsible for the managing change requests
• Responsible (in partnership with the PM / application teams) for the negotiation of code drop dates in balance with business requested delivery dates.
• Support testing teams/activities: test plan/case consultation and manage defect triage with appropriate application teams.
• Work closely with third party technology vendors; ability to challenge the vendor design to ensure what is being built satisfies the needs of our business partners.
• Liaise with other Technology Solution Delivery groups including the Network and Infrastructure teams to ensure smooth delivery of projects and application support for the business.
• Work with the Business Unit, Go to Market team, Planning, and Engagement teams to develop realistic project plans that clearly state project deliverables and timelines.
• Manage project and portfolio budgets and assist in managing cost center financials.
• Coordinate team efforts to resolve complex issues and conflicts and escalate to executive level wherever required.
• Endorse quality, innovation and timely communication of issues / opportunities. Coach team members in delivery, issue management and risk management.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience required.
• 10+ years of experience in the information technology field.
• 5+ years of experience in a project delivery role in a fast paced/agile environment.
• Previous team management experience.
• Previous IT program management experience preferred.
• General understanding of business operations and product delivery.
• Demonstrated ability of successfully leading complex IT projects and programs.
• Ability to successfully implement and control budgets.
• Must be able to effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Must be creative, detail oriented and capable of balancing the "big picture" with meeting the day-to-day needs of the organization.
• Must be able to communicate, present and negotiate at any level of management across the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must be familiar and comfortable utilizing the Scrum methodology.
• Ability to inform, educate and influence managers and employees to support goals and initiatives in a matrix environment.

OpenText's commitment to diversity and inclusion surpasses legal requirements, evident in our Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy which promotes a respectful and empowering environment for employees of all backgrounds, culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please submit a ticket at Ask HR. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.

Compensation: At OpenText, we offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. As you move through the hiring process, we're happy to provide more details about our compensation programs, including variable and commission compensation opportunities for eligible roles, vacation entitlement, and paid time off.

Salary Range: $103,250 - $153,250; Depending on the candidate's education, experience, skills, geographical location, and alignment with internal equity and external market, actual salary may vary and be higher or lower than the range posted.

AI Usage Disclosure: As part of our commitment to transparency, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in various stages of our recruitment process, including resume screening, candidate matching, interview scheduling, and communications. These tools are designed to improve efficiency, reduce bias, and enhance candidate experience. All decisions regarding hiring are made by qualified human professionals, and we continuously monitor our AI systems to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable regulations.