IT Applications Manager
Salary: RM 8,000 – RM 10,000 per month
Key Responsibilities
Lead the overall application systems roadmap, governance and modernisation.
Oversee business-critical systems including financial, lending, collections and operational applications.
Drive system enhancements, integration, replacement and continuous improvement initiatives.
Lead the modernisation of the core financial system.
Manage system vendors, implementation partners and internal stakeholders.
Translate business requirements into system specifications and solutions.
Oversee the full delivery lifecycle from requirements, development and testing through to deployment and post-go-live support.
Ensure system stability, issue resolution, documentation, change control and operational readiness.
Oversee UAT, QA, deployment, integration and data migration activities.
Ensure data quality, system integration and reporting requirements are properly managed.
Work closely with the Digital Transformation team on new technology and transformation initiatives.
Ensure newly implemented systems are successfully transitioned into BAU operations.
Support BCP/DR readiness, risk management and system security.
Lead and manage the System Manager and Systems Support team.
Requirements
Degree in IT, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field.
Minimum 6–8 years’ experience in application management, systems, project management or technology delivery.
At least 2–3 years in a leadership/management role.
Experience managing business-critical applications, preferably financial, lending, collections or core business systems.
Good knowledge of system development, integration, testing, data management and project delivery.
Experience in vendor and stakeholder management.
Strong understanding of application lifecycle and system governance.
Experience in financial services, banking or hire-purchase will be an advantage.