SAS Document ITAO, AVP

Position Overview

Job Title: SAS Document ITAO

Location: Bangalore, India

Corporate Title: AVP

Role Description

The IT Application Owner is overall accountable for application and/or infrastructure asset instances. ITAO Manages and maintains the application ensuring compliance with applicable IT policies & procedures with specific consideration to IT Management and Information Security policies.

What we'll offer you

As part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you'll enjoy

• Best in class leave policy
• Gender neutral parental leaves
• 100% reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit (gender neutral)
• Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members
• Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents
• Accident and Term life Insurance
• Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above

Your key responsibilities

The IT Application Owner holds end‑to‑end accountability for assigned application and infrastructure assets. The role ensures that all application activities comply with relevant IT policies and procedures, with particular emphasis on IT Management and Information Security standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and maintaining the application across its lifecycle while ensuring adherence to compliance requirements.
• Setting up and overseeing various environments for development, testing, and production.
• Implementing, upgrading, and maintaining system hardware and application software.
• Leading discussions with Business stakeholders to gather and refine new requirements.
• Coordinating with Vendors on product implementation, customization, and enhancement efforts.
• Overseeing the delivery of application releases and defect resolutions.
• Providing guidance to junior team members and supervising their work where appropriate.

Task breakdown

• Ensure full compliance of the application with Deutsche Bank's IT policies and procedures.
• Onboard the application onto Deutsche Bank's IT Risk and Control tools.
• Interface with internal and external auditors during IT audits.
• Identify IT Risk and Control gaps based on application knowledge and established policies.
• Remediate IT audit findings and address all IT Risk and Control issues.
• Maintain accurate and updated application documentation as required by Deutsche Bank's QMS processes.
• Conduct strategic application planning and oversee the application lifecycle management.
• Initiate, lead, and manage technical projects to deliver required business services and meet service-level commitments.

Your skills and experience

• Strong understanding of system design, development, implementation, and user‑support principles and practices.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and associated best practices.
• Solid knowledge of application architectures and the fundamental concepts of software interfaces.
• Hands-on experience with IT Service Management processes and ServiceNow tools.
• Proficiency in Java and J2EE development, along with deployment experience in enterprise environments.
• Working knowledge of DevOps tools and practices used for automation and continuous delivery.
• Understanding of IT Risk and Control frameworks, as well as core IT Security principles.

Qualifications

• Engineering graduate from a recognized university (or equivalent diploma in Computer Science).
• Over 15 years of ITAO experience in software application management, preferably in banking sector.
• Fluency in the English language.

People Skills

• Demonstrates end‑to‑end ownership, effectively driving the team toward successful delivery.
• Strong performance and productivity orientation, consistently promoting high‑quality outcomes.
• Possesses profound analytical abilities and robust problem‑solving skills.
• Exhibits clear communication and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Shows a proactive attitude and a flexible approach to work.
• Capable of thinking innovatively and outside the box to resolve complex problems.

How we'll support you

• Training and development to help you excel in your career
• Coaching and support from experts in your team
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
• A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs

About us and our teams

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We strive for a in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.
Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.
We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.