Software Applications Manager Jobs in California

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The Manager of Enterprise Applications is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team. This role will be responsible for leading the team that is responsible for the deployment and maintenance of all Enterprise applications in use at the firm, while supervising and developing their staff. This role will be located in our Global Services Office, located in Downtown Los Angeles. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Organizing, assigning, delegating, and coordinating the work of the staff to ensure department objectives are met timely and accurately; generating a formal performance evaluation for departmental employees
• Drafts communications announcing software upgrades, application fixes, deployment of security patches and other notifications to Technology Managers in all offices
• Acting as lead resource for technology questions, issues, upgrades, and installations for the firm
• Designing, implementing, and maintaining the firm’s enterprise applications systems under their vertical; examples include but are not limited to business productivity tools, the firm’s AI tools, Teams, and the Microsoft 365 suite
• Developing and deploying software fixes, security patches, and feature updates to maintain a secure and stable environment
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Exhibit knowledge of and proficiency in multi-tier enterprise application platforms, including Microsoft SQL databases, web services (Microsoft IIS and Apache Tomcat), and application specific services
• Display analytical skills needed to troubleshoot a variety of symptoms, diagnose problems, and test, recommend, and implement solutions to technology problems
• Possess the ability to use database software, spreadsheet, and word processing software and equipment to complete analysis and reports

And have:

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the Information Technology profession
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in Information Technology management
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the field of Information Technology software within the legal industry, preferably

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Healthcare, life and disability insurance
• A generous 401k plan
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
• Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
• Professional development programs
• Employee discounts
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.

Latham & Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO).

USD $167,000.00 - USD $192,000.00 /Yr.