Head of Application Development (Non-Core Banking)

LH Bank is growing — and we’re looking for people who want to grow with us. 🚀

We are on a journey to become a leading mid-sized bank, delivering innovative and personalized financial solutions while creating exceptional experiences for our customers.

At LH Bank, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, make an impact, and grow your career in an organization that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous development.

Come grow with LH Bank. Let’s shape what’s next together!

Key Responsibilities

· Develop and execute the Non-Core Banking Application Development strategy and roadmap in alignment with the Bank's IT Master Plan and business strategy.

· Lead, plan, supervise, and control all activities within the Application Development function, including resource planning, budget management, project delivery, and operational performance.

· Define and maintain Application Architecture and Technology Standards based on business requirements, scalability, security, integration, performance, and future technology direction.

· Oversee the end-to-end application development lifecycle, including requirement analysis, solution design, development, testing, deployment, and post-production support.

· Ensure applications are developed and maintained in accordance with SDLC, IT governance, information security policies, risk management requirements, and applicable laws and regulations.

· Partner with business and technology stakeholders to deliver Non-Core Banking and business applications that improve customer experience, operational efficiency, and business performance.

· Ensure effective integration between applications, including API, middleware, microservices, data integration, and other enterprise integration platforms where appropriate.

· Monitor application performance, availability, capacity, and stability, and establish preventive measures to minimize critical incidents and application failures.

· Drive continuous improvement and modernization of existing applications to improve efficiency, scalability, customer experience, and cost effectiveness.

· Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend appropriate technology adoption to support the Bank's future business and technology roadmap.

· Establish and monitor application development KPIs, project delivery performance, SLA, application availability, incident trends, and technology costs.

· Manage OPEX and CAPEX for the Application Development function and ensure effective utilization of technology investments.

· Provide regular reports on project portfolio, delivery status, risks, issues, budget, and key performance indicators to senior management and relevant stakeholders.

· Build, develop, and coach a high-performing Application Development organization, including succession planning, capability development, career development, and performance management.

· Work closely with Risk, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Audit, and relevant functions to ensure applications comply with regulatory and internal control requirements.

· Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Basic Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related fields.

Experience & Competency

• 12+ years of experience in IT/Application Development, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role, preferably managing large-scale application development teams and projects.

• Proven experience in Banking, Financial Services, FinTech, or other highly regulated industries is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of Application Development, SDLC, Application Architecture, System Integration, API, Microservices, Cloud, DevOps, and modern application development practices.

• Experience in Non-Core Banking Applications, Digital Banking, Payment, Lending, CRM, Workflow, or related enterprise applications, including application modernization and digital transformation.

• Strong understanding of IT Governance, Information Security, Risk Management, Business Continuity, and relevant banking/regulatory requirements such as BOT and PDPA.

• Proven experience in IT budget management, OPEX/CAPEX, vendor management, resource planning, and project delivery.

• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, stakeholder management, communication, and people development skills, with good command of English.

Nanthipak ( May )

Mobile Phone: 082-9155978

Email nanthipakh@lhbank.co.th

Why join LH Bank?

At LH Bank, we are committed to creating a "Fun and Growth" working environment. We foster a friendly and collaborative culture that empowers employees to develop their potential while making meaningful contributions. As a member of CTBC Bank, Taiwan’s largest bank, we provide access to world-class learning resources, best practices, and opportunities to gain exposure to regional and cross-border business.

Join us to accelerate your growth, expand your horizons, and shape the future of banking with us!

Check out more information about us:

ü LH Profile: https://www.lhbank.co.th/en/about-us/corporate-profile/

ü About LH Bank: https://youtu.be/xn-0l3IbyqE?si=aRBy1o-c9_8VRQlk