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Applications Manager

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Department: Information Systems

Posted: 11/14/2025

Location Name: ATS Logistics - St. Louis Park, MN

Wage Max: 190,000.00 Annual

Wage Min: 140,000.00 Annual

Position Type: Full-Time, Salary

Shift: Standard

Summary

The Applications Manager is responsible for leading and managing the development, delivery, and maintenance of ATS's web and mobile applications and the data and integration teams. The role involves overseeing the development teams, ensuring that scalable, secure and efficient development practices are in place, and driving cross-training initiatives to optimize team flexibility and performance. The Application Manager is a hands-on leader with strong technical expertise, capable of critically evaluating development progress to ensure projects are delivered on time and meet quality standards.

Education and Experience

+ Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering, business, or a related field.

+ Minimum of 5+ years of experience in web and mobile application development, with hands-on experience in a leadership or management role.

+ Proven development and delivery of multiple moderately to highly complex business technology solutions into production that have achieved or surpassed business goals, focusing on applications optimized to run in the cloud or virtualized environments.

+ Knowledge of system architecture, technical design, and system and software development technology with integration-focused development (e.g., REST APIs, SOAP, etc.).

+ Expertise with managing application development at scale, employing SDLC methodologies including Agile.

+ Working knowledge of emerging trends and developments in iOS/Android app API, cloud, and other digital technologies.

+ Experience in team building and collaboration with business leaders, 3rd parties, and internal staff.

+ Outstanding coordination, facilitation, consultation, and conflict resolution skills.

+ Skilled in fostering a culture of transparency and a sense of purpose among the team and creating clear accountabilities and metrics through positive and collaborative leadership.

+ Expertise in front-end and back-end technologies relevant to web and mobile development.

+ Ability to lead process improvement initiatives, implement organizational change and manage budgets effectively.

+ Strong communication skills in writing, speaking, and presenting. Able to communicate technical or complex subject matter in business terms.

+ Self-motivated and able to perform effectively with minimal guidance from leadership.

+ Proven ability with planning and problem-solving skills; able to identify and resolve problems promptly.

+ Strong interpersonal skills; able to establish trust and rapport with all levels of staff. Able to relate effectively to diverse cultures.

+ Must demonstrate a proactive commitment to ATS corporate values and the success of all staff.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) required.

+ Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.

+ Willing and able to travel occasionally, including overnight travel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ Oversee the development, maintenance, and improvement of ATS's web and mobile applications and data and integration ensuring seamless user experiences.

+ Develop and implement scalable and standardized development processes to improve efficiency and quality while ensuring the team can effectively handle increasing workloads for the rest of the decade.

+ Lead and manage a team of developers, promoting cross-training across technologies to build a versatile team. Prioritize talent development, mentorship, and support of high-performing individuals.

+ Maintain hands-on involvement with technology and a deep understanding of the development processes, to ensure the delivery of high-quality work. Identify challenges or inefficiencies and drive improvements.

+ Utilize a prioritized backlog to plan and execute development work, ensuring clear and accurate reporting on project progress, risks, and achievements to stakeholders.

+ Collaborate with DevOps engineers to ensure smooth deployments, automated testing, and continuous integration processes.

+ Manage relationships with third-party vendors and key business stakeholders, ensuring alignment on project goals and timelines.

+ Ensure that rigorous testing and problem management processes are in place to maintain high application performance and user satisfaction.

+ Partner with the Run/Operations team to ensure that applications are properly maintained and supported after initial deployment, allowing the Web Applications team to focus on new development and improvements.

+ Demonstrates, by their daily actions, ATS Mission, Vision, and Values in a consistent, effective, and reliable manner.

+ Support ATS' culture by aligning actions, behaviors, performance, and decisions in accordance with the Company's values as set forth in our All-Employee Competencies.

+ Carry out managerial and leadership responsibilities in accordance with ATS' policies and applicable laws.

+ Perform key All-Manager Responsibilities; Deliver High Business results, Build the Right Team, Manage for Optimal Performance and Develop Talent for Growth.

+ Complete work responsibilities outside of normal business hours as needed and infrequent travel may be required.

+ Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This position performs work primarily in an office setting.

+ Consistently in a stationary position and occasionally will move around.

+ Constantly operates a keyboard and mouse and utilizes a computer monitor(s).

+ Frequently converse with internal and external customers in person or via phone system.

Compensation & Benefits

+ The anticipated base salary range for this position is $140,000 to $190,000. Base salary offered is determined by relevant experience, education, certifications, and geographic location as compared to others doing substantially similar work. In addition to the base salary, employees may be eligible for performance-based incentives, which can vary depending on individual and/or company performance.

+ Anderson Trucking Service is committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package. Employees will have the opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401k retirement savings plan effective on the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Additionally, we provide paid holidays, paid time off, access to professional development opportunities, wellness programs, and employee assistance resources to our employees. Our goal is to ensure that all employees have the support and resources they need to thrive both professionally and personally.

This organization participates in E-Verify.We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If E-Verify cannot confirm your authorization, you will be given written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before any action is taken against you, including termination of employment.Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to discriminate based on citizenship status or national origin.Right to Work (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER\_RighttoWorkPoster.pdf)

Esta organización participa en E-Verify.Proporcionaremos al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que está autorizado para trabajar en los Estados Unidos. Si E-Verify no puede confirmar su autorización, se le darán instrucciones por escrito y la oportunidad de comunicarse con el Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) o la Administración del Seguro Social (SSA) para resolver el problema antes de que se tome cualquier medida en su contra, incluida la terminación del empleo.Los empleadores no pueden usar E-Verify para preseleccionar solicitantes de empleo ni para discriminar por motivo de estatus de ciudadanía u origen nacional.Derecho al trabajo (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER\_RighttoWorkPosterES.pdf)