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The IT Application Development & Support Manager provides technical, operational, and people leadership for teams responsible for the development, enhancement, and support of applications serving the FMS business. The Manager may lead one or more Agile teams supporting different application areas. The Manager oversees solutions across a diverse technology landscape, including Microsoft Azure, containerized applications, .NET, APIs, SQL, Appian, Legacy Technologies, SaaS/PaaS. Managers should be comfortable working across technologies and exercising sound judgment on when and how to apply them. This role partners closely with Product Owners, Product Managers, Solution Architects, business stakeholders, and other IT teams to translate product strategy and business priorities into secure, reliable, scalable, and sustainable technology solutions. The Manager balances new development, enhancements, production support, application health, security, technical debt, and modernization while ensuring strong customer service and predictable delivery. The Manager is also accountable for people leadership, resource planning, financial management, delivery execution, and vendor and third-party service provider relationships as applicable.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides technical, operational, people, and financial leadership for application development and support teams responsible for delivering and sustaining business capabilities, including coaching, performance management, delegation, career development, and accountability for team effectiveness.
- People leadership; coaching and mentoring; performance management; financial stewardship; operational accountability; team development.
- Partners with Product Owners, Product Managers, and Agile teams to align technology delivery with product strategy, business priorities, customer needs, backlog refinement, Sprint planning, and delivery execution.
- Product partnership; Agile delivery; backlog refinement; Sprint planning; prioritization; customer-focused delivery.
- Collaborates with Solution Architects and IT teams to guide solution design, technical decision-making, engineering standards, integration approaches, and secure, scalable, maintainable application delivery.
- Solution design; architecture principles; engineering standards; integration patterns; security; scalability; maintainability.
- Establishes technical and delivery priorities, removes obstacles, and manages initiatives against scope, budget, schedule, quality, resources, and expected business outcomes.
- Prioritization; delivery execution; initiative management; budgeting; resource planning; risk and issue management.
- Maintains accountability for assigned applications by ensuring availability, performance, security, compliance, maintainability, software development life cycle discipline, production readiness, and operational health.
- Application ownership; SDLC; production support; reliability; performance monitoring; compliance; quality assurance.
- Develops strong relationships with business leaders and users to understand needs, manage expectations, and advocate for effective technology solutions.
- Stakeholder engagement; communication; expectation management; business advocacy; relationship building.
- Partners with leadership to shape technology roadmaps, modernization efforts, technical debt reduction, continuous improvement, and investment priorities that improve efficiency, customer experience, risk posture, and financial performance.
- Strategic planning; modernization; road mapping; technical debt management; continuous improvement; cost optimization.
- Uses operational, delivery, financial, and customer metrics to measure performance, identify trends, and drive data-informed decisions.
- Metrics analysis; financial and operational reporting; trend identification; data-driven decision-making.
- Manages technology vendors and third-party service providers as required, ensuring alignment with business, technical, financial, and service expectations.
- Vendor management; service management; contract awareness; financial alignment; relationship governance.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Bachelor's degree Computer Science, Business Management, Engineering or related field.
Master's degree MBA a plus preferred.
Experience
Seven (7) years or more experience Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible, comprehensive experience in Application Development and IT Project Management.
SKILLS
- Possess strong leadership and mentoring skills with the ability to lead, train and develop a self-directed workforce, including effective delegation skills and ability to manage assigned responsibilities.
- Superior interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel. Ability to present and discuss technical information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others and gains understanding.
- Effectively and clearly communicate to the end-user community, tailoring the communication style/method to the specific need and be able to discuss technical solutions in a non-technical manner.
- Strong analytical/technical and problem solving/troubleshooting skills.
- Demonstrated successfully implementing change/improvements.
- Strong sense of personal accountability and a proven track record of achieving desired results.
- Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors).
- Ability to work independently and as member of a team.
- Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment. Works well under pressure, successfully meets schedules, works independently while interacting with personnel from differing groups and management levels to produce high-quality work.
- Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized with strong time management skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality execution and customer service as evidenced by previous experience and performance track record.
- Build consensus, identify group conflict, facilitate resolution and successfully perform in a collaborative environment.
- Define new operational models and procedures and work with metrics.
- Work with reporting systems to pull data for analysis and decision making.
- Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices.
KNOWLEDGE
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment while balancing strategic priorities and day-to-day operational responsibilities.
- Detail-oriented with strong execution, accountability, and follow-through.
- Working knowledge of modern application technologies and platforms such as Microsoft Azure, containerized applications, .NET, APIs, SQL, Appian, Legacy Technologies, SaaS/PaaS, source control like GIT, CI/CD, and AI-assisted development tools.
- Familiarity with legacy and mainframe application architecture and supporting infrastructure is beneficial.
- Knowledge managing multiple priorities across application development, production support, modernization, and continuous improvement.
- Knowledge with enterprise application disciplines such as CRM, CMS/DXP, ERP, eCommerce, mobile applications, SaaS/PaaS solutions, and internal or external-facing web applications.
JOB CATEGORY: Application Development, Delivery & Support
OUR CULTURE & COMMITMENT:
At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.
Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.
COMPENSATION INFORMATION:
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
PAY TYPE:
Salaried
Minimum Pay Range: $135,000.00
Maximum Pay Range: $145,000.00
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.
SECURITY NOTICE FOR APPLICANTS:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.
CURRENT EMPLOYEES:
If you are a current employee at Ryder, please click here to log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.
Position Summary
The IT Application Development & Support Manager provides technical, operational, and people leadership for teams responsible for the development, enhancement, and support of applications serving the FMS business. The Manager may lead one or more Agile teams supporting different application areas. The Manager oversees solutions across a diverse technology landscape, including Microsoft Azure, containerized applications, .NET, APIs, SQL, Appian, Legacy Technologies, SaaS/PaaS. Managers should be comfortable working across technologies and exercising sound judgment on when and how to apply them. This role partners closely with Product Owners, Product Managers, Solution Architects, business stakeholders, and other IT teams to translate product strategy and business priorities into secure, reliable, scalable, and sustainable technology solutions. The Manager balances new development, enhancements, production support, application health, security, technical debt, and modernization while ensuring strong customer service and predictable delivery. The Manager is also accountable for people leadership, resource planning, financial management, delivery execution, and vendor and third-party service provider relationships as applicable.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides technical, operational, people, and financial leadership for application development and support teams responsible for delivering and sustaining business capabilities, including coaching, performance management, delegation, career development, and accountability for team effectiveness.
- People leadership; coaching and mentoring; performance management; financial stewardship; operational accountability; team development.
- Partners with Product Owners, Product Managers, and Agile teams to align technology delivery with product strategy, business priorities, customer needs, backlog refinement, Sprint planning, and delivery execution.
- Product partnership; Agile delivery; backlog refinement; Sprint planning; prioritization; customer-focused delivery.
- Collaborates with Solution Architects and IT teams to guide solution design, technical decision-making, engineering standards, integration approaches, and secure, scalable, maintainable application delivery.
- Solution design; architecture principles; engineering standards; integration patterns; security; scalability; maintainability.
- Establishes technical and delivery priorities, removes obstacles, and manages initiatives against scope, budget, schedule, quality, resources, and expected business outcomes.
- Prioritization; delivery execution; initiative management; budgeting; resource planning; risk and issue management.
- Maintains accountability for assigned applications by ensuring availability, performance, security, compliance, maintainability, software development life cycle discipline, production readiness, and operational health.
- Application ownership; SDLC; production support; reliability; performance monitoring; compliance; quality assurance.
- Develops strong relationships with business leaders and users to understand needs, manage expectations, and advocate for effective technology solutions.
- Stakeholder engagement; communication; expectation management; business advocacy; relationship building.
- Partners with leadership to shape technology roadmaps, modernization efforts, technical debt reduction, continuous improvement, and investment priorities that improve efficiency, customer experience, risk posture, and financial performance.
- Strategic planning; modernization; road mapping; technical debt management; continuous improvement; cost optimization.
- Uses operational, delivery, financial, and customer metrics to measure performance, identify trends, and drive data-informed decisions.
- Metrics analysis; financial and operational reporting; trend identification; data-driven decision-making.
- Manages technology vendors and third-party service providers as required, ensuring alignment with business, technical, financial, and service expectations.
- Vendor management; service management; contract awareness; financial alignment; relationship governance.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Bachelor's degree Computer Science, Business Management, Engineering or related field.
Master's degree MBA a plus preferred.
Experience
Seven (7) years or more experience Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible, comprehensive experience in Application Development and IT Project Management.
SKILLS
- Possess strong leadership and mentoring skills with the ability to lead, train and develop a self-directed workforce, including effective delegation skills and ability to manage assigned responsibilities.
- Superior interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel. Ability to present and discuss technical information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others and gains understanding.
- Effectively and clearly communicate to the end-user community, tailoring the communication style/method to the specific need and be able to discuss technical solutions in a non-technical manner.
- Strong analytical/technical and problem solving/troubleshooting skills.
- Demonstrated successfully implementing change/improvements.
- Strong sense of personal accountability and a proven track record of achieving desired results.
- Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors).
- Ability to work independently and as member of a team.
- Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment. Works well under pressure, successfully meets schedules, works independently while interacting with personnel from differing groups and management levels to produce high-quality work.
- Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized with strong time management skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality execution and customer service as evidenced by previous experience and performance track record.
- Build consensus, identify group conflict, facilitate resolution and successfully perform in a collaborative environment.
- Define new operational models and procedures and work with metrics.
- Work with reporting systems to pull data for analysis and decision making.
- Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices.
KNOWLEDGE
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment while balancing strategic priorities and day-to-day operational responsibilities.
- Detail-oriented with strong execution, accountability, and follow-through.
- Working knowledge of modern application technologies and platforms such as Microsoft Azure, containerized applications, .NET, APIs, SQL, Appian, Legacy Technologies, SaaS/PaaS, source control like GIT, CI/CD, and AI-assisted development tools.
- Familiarity with legacy and mainframe application architecture and supporting infrastructure is beneficial.
- Knowledge managing multiple priorities across application development, production support, modernization, and continuous improvement.
- Knowledge with enterprise application disciplines such as CRM, CMS/DXP, ERP, eCommerce, mobile applications, SaaS/PaaS solutions, and internal or external-facing web applications.
JOB CATEGORY: Application Development, Delivery & Support
OUR CULTURE & COMMITMENT:
At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.
Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.
COMPENSATION INFORMATION:
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
PAY TYPE:
Salaried
Minimum Pay Range: $135,000.00
Maximum Pay Range: $145,000.00
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.
SECURITY NOTICE FOR APPLICANTS:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.
CURRENT EMPLOYEES:
If you are a current employee at Ryder, please click here to log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.
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Align your portfolio to fleet technology
Ryder's Development Manager roles frequently involve managing engineering teams building fleet management, supply chain, and transportation platforms. Tailor your resume to highlight experience delivering enterprise software in logistics or operations-heavy environments, not generic SaaS or consumer product work.
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the Development Manager role. A computer science, engineering, or information systems degree strengthens your case. A business degree alone may face scrutiny, so gather transcripts and document how your coursework maps to software development leadership.
Target Ryder's technology division directly
Ryder's open Development Manager roles are concentrated in their technology and digital transformation teams, not the logistics side. Filter your search to positions sitting under their IT or engineering org, where sponsorship pathways for this role are most consistently used.
Use Migrate Mate to surface active openings
Ryder posts Development Manager roles across multiple channels, and not all listings signal sponsorship availability upfront. Use Migrate Mate to browse verified sponsorship-eligible openings at Ryder, so you're applying to roles where visa support is already confirmed rather than assuming it.
Clarify H-1B transfer timing before accepting
If you're already on an H-1B with another employer, Ryder can file a transfer petition that lets you start work once USCIS receives it, within the 60-day portability window. Confirm with Ryder's HR team before your last day to avoid an unauthorized gap in employment authorization.
Understand PERM labor market test implications
If Ryder offers an EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card path, your role will go through DOL's PERM process, which requires demonstrating no qualified U.S. workers are available. The job description used in PERM filings must match your actual duties, so review the posted role carefully before the offer is finalized.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Ryder System sponsor H-1B visas for Development Managers?
Yes, Ryder System sponsors H-1B visas for Development Manager roles. Their technology and digital transformation teams have a consistent history of filing H-1B petitions for this function. If you're already on an H-1B, Ryder can file a transfer petition, allowing you to begin work once USCIS receives the filing rather than waiting for approval.
Which visa types does Ryder System commonly use for Development Manager roles?
Ryder sponsors both nonimmigrant and immigrant visa categories for Development Managers. H-1B is the primary nonimmigrant path for this role. For candidates seeking permanent residence, Ryder has used EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based Green Card categories, which involve the PERM labor certification process through the Department of Labor before USCIS adjudicates the immigrant petition.
How do I apply for Development Manager jobs at Ryder System?
You can apply through Ryder's careers portal directly or use Migrate Mate to browse verified Development Manager openings at Ryder where visa sponsorship has been confirmed. When applying, tailor your resume to reflect experience managing software engineering teams in logistics, supply chain, or enterprise technology environments, as those are the contexts most relevant to Ryder's hiring needs.
What qualifications does Ryder System expect for Development Manager candidates?
Ryder typically looks for candidates with a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field, combined with proven experience leading development teams delivering enterprise-scale systems. Familiarity with agile delivery, cloud platforms, and integration-heavy architectures is relevant given Ryder's focus on fleet management and supply chain technology modernization.
How do I plan my timeline if Ryder System is processing my H-1B sponsorship?
Standard H-1B processing through USCIS takes roughly three to six months. If your start date is time-sensitive, ask Ryder's HR team whether premium processing is available, which accelerates adjudication to 15 business days. If you're transferring from another H-1B employer, portability rules allow you to start at Ryder once USCIS receives the petition, provided your prior status was maintained.