Manager Application Development Jobs in Madison, WI

At Summit Credit Union, we believe technology should empower people, streamline operations, and accelerate innovation. As our Manager – IT Engineering, you’ll lead a highperforming engineering team responsible for delivering secure, scalable, and modern platforms that power the credit union’s most critical business functions.

If you’re a strategic, forwardthinking technology leader who excels at developing talent, championing modern engineering practices, and driving AIfirst transformation—this could be your next great opportunity.

What You’ll Do (Your Impact)

• Lead & Develop a HighPerforming Engineering Team through coaching, recognition, and professional growth—fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
• Deliver Reliable, Secure, and Scalable Platforms with minimal unplanned downtime and strong performance metrics.
• Drive Modern Engineering Practices including AIassisted development, DevOps maturity, automation, and continuous improvement.
• Shape Engineering Frameworks by creating and maintaining best practices, patterns, and standards aligned with industry trends.
• Align Technical Roadmaps to Summit’s longterm strategic technology vision and enterprise priorities.
• Enhance Member & Employee Experiences through thoughtful solution design, system optimization, and usability improvements.
• Promote Agile & DevOps Excellence ensuring predictable delivery, continuous improvement, and strong operational discipline.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in application development, systems engineering, or enterprise application support in a regulated environment, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing software development lifecycles, application support models, and crossfunctional technical teams.
• Strong technical acumen in modern development frameworks, system integrations, cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud), and DevOps tools.
• Experience with AIassisted development and the ability to lead teams adopting AI tools and workflows.
• Expertise with Agile delivery and building consistent engineering standards, processes, and performance metrics.
• Ability to balance strategic planning with operational execution in a fastpaced financial services environment.
• Strong analytical, problemsolving, and decisionmaking skills with the ability to manage risk and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts for business stakeholders.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Excellent health insurance options
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays and wellnessfocused benefits
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
• A peoplefirst culture that values inclusion, innovation, and purpose
• And more benefits designed to support you at work and beyond

Additional Details

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to sit, stand, walk, and use hands and fingers. Occasional reaching above/below shoulder level and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds may be required.

Work Environment:

Work is performed in a typical administrative office setting with proper lighting and climate control. Occasional travel to branches may involve exposure to outdoor weather and traffic.

Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment including telephone, printer, PC, and mobile devices.

Our Commitment

At Summit Credit Union, different makes us better. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and can contribute their best work. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're passionate about leading engineering teams, driving AIfirst innovation, and delivering modern technology solutions—we’d love to meet you.