Deutsche Bank Hiring IT Application Owner Associate Pune

Job Description

The Application Owner (AO) is responsible for managing one or more applications and ensuring they are maintained and enhanced in line with the bank’s IT security, risk, and compliance standards. The role involves supporting application strategy, meeting service level expectations, and addressing risks or issues that arise. The AO works closely with stakeholders to ensure stable and compliant application operations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive leave policy
• Gender neutral parental leave
• Childcare assistance with full reimbursement
• Sponsorship for relevant industry certifications and education
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and family members
• Hospitalization insurance coverage for employees and dependents
• Accident and term life insurance
• Health screening benefits for employees aged 35 and above

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee application management activities and maintain accountability for assigned applications.
• Provide administrative details and complete self assessments to ensure compliance with IT policies and standards.
• Coordinate disaster recovery activities including reviewing DR plans and supporting DR testing exercises.
• Manage internal and external application audits and support remediation of audit findings.
• Address gaps in application lifecycle management such as account recertification and configuration remediation.
• Handle application related risk and compliance evaluations and resolve identified issues.
• Respond to and manage IT security incidents impacting applications.
• Plan and manage application and database monitoring using standardized monitoring tools.
• Support capacity planning and monitoring for application environments.
• Manage user access processes related to applications.
• Coordinate infrastructure activities including server procurement, activation, and decommissioning.
• Plan hardware, software, and license upgrades or migration activities to ensure compliance with approved platforms.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external partners, and vendors to support application operations.
• Analyze applications logically to identify gaps or potential issues.
• Demonstrate basic technical understanding of application infrastructure, with networking knowledge considered beneficial.

Skills and Experience

• Ability to work effectively in fast paced and collaborative environments.
• Experience managing stakeholder expectations and working with cross functional teams.
• Exposure to vendor coordination and project related activities is beneficial.
• Experience working in virtual teams or matrix organizations.
• Strong understanding of application lifecycle practices.

Support and Development

• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Coaching and guidance from experienced team members.
• A culture that encourages continuous learning and professional growth.
• Flexible benefits that can be tailored to individual needs.

Deutsche Bank promotes a collaborative and inclusive environment where employees are encouraged to take initiative, work responsibly, and contribute to shared success.