National Fuel

Director of Application Development - Buffalo, NY

LocationWilliamsville, NY
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$160,000-$176,000

About This Job

National Fuel is seeking a Director of Application Development for an outstanding career opportunity in our Information Technology department at our Williamsville, NY headquarters. National Fuel is proud to have an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, hard work is rewarded and promotion from within is supported. We offer exciting career opportunities for talented and ambitious job seekers and encourage you to apply today.


PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Help to define then execute the organization’s application development strategy, aligning with business objectives and digital transformation goals.

Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing application development team, driving business value and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Champion agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) to accelerate software delivery and enhance responsiveness to business needs.

Utilize low-code/no-code development tools to accelerate solution delivery and empower business users.

Lead API integration strategy to enable seamless connectivity between enterprise systems, third-party services, and emerging technologies.

Direct the use of AI-driven software development, leveraging machine learning and intelligent automation to enhance application capabilities.

Provide hands-on technical leadership, when necessary, with full-stack development experience across front-end, back-end, and cloud-native architectures.

Manage vendor relationships, ensuring accountability for deliverables, SLAs, and long-term partnership success.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including program management, information security, infrastructure, and business leaders, to align technology solutions with organizational goals.

Effectively communicate complex technical topics to executives and non-technical stakeholders, driving alignment and support for technology investments.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing large technology teams.

A bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information technology, or a related field

Proven expertise in agile methodologies, including hands-on experience with Scrum and Kanban.

Proficiency in low-code/no-code development tools (e.g. OutSystems, Mendix, Microsoft Power Platform).

Deep understanding of API integration design, microservices architecture, and cloud-based solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Full-stack development proficiency in modern technologies such as JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Java, .NET, Node.js, React, Angular, or Vue.js.

Familiarity with AI-driven development tools like GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, or OpenAI Codex.

Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence both technical teams and non-technical executive stakeholders.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with enterprise software platforms such as SAP, PeopleSoft or ServiceNow.

Experience in AI-driven development, leveraging machine learning, automation, and AI-assisted coding tools.

Cloud-native development understanding, including containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless computing.

Experience working in highly regulated industries such as utilities, finance, or healthcare.


ABOUT NATIONAL FUEL:

National Fuel is a diversified energy company headquartered near Buffalo, NY. Our employees continue to be the most important part of our Company and have made us who we are today. We are dedicated to the communities in which we live, work, and have 2,000+ employees in Western NY and Northwest PA. National Fuel is proud to have an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, hard work is rewarded and promotion from within is supported. We offer exciting career opportunities for talented and ambitious job seekers and encourage you to apply today.


COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The base salary for this position is $160,000 – $176,000.

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of pay that National Fuel believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job. The specific base pay offered to a successful applicant will be based primarily on relevant professional experience. Other components that may be considered include: individual qualifications, licensures, industry specific experience, education and market demands for specialized skills. The pay range is subject to change at any time based on various internal and external factors. Exempt positions will also be eligible for an Annual Cash Bonus Plan.

National Fuel offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following:

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage • Paid Company Holidays

Dental Coverage • Parental Leave for Mothers and Fathers

Vision Coverage • Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) with Company Match • Life Insurance

Company Funded Retirement Savings Account • Long Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Work Schedule • Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off • Charitable Giving Programs


HOW TO APPLY

Any candidate offered a position with National Fuel will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug test. For confidential consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter (preferably in PDF format) by June 4, 2025 to jobs@natfuel.com.

Please reference position #25-021NY in the subject line of your email.

National Fuel is a proud equal employment opportunity employer. We believe our differences makes us all better, pushing us to look at things differently while enriching our own personal life experiences. That’s why we’re committed to building a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive work environment.

We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: $160,000.00 - $176,000.00 per year


Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance


Compensation Package:


Bonus opportunities


Schedule:


8 hour shift


Ability to Commute:

Williamsville, NY 14221 (Required)


Ability to Relocate:

Williamsville, NY 14221: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Williamsville, NY 14221

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