Director Development

The Director of Development is responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of systems, programs, and systems software to meet the company’s information needs.

This position establishes IS policies, standards, practices, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent information processing operations and to safeguard information resources.

The Director of Development works with IS Leadership to select and retain qualified staff to effectively carry out department functions and provide for the continuity of managerial and specialized skills.

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.

You’ll get a chance to :

• Manage the design, development, improvement, and maintenance of systems, programs, and systems software to meet management’s and company's information needs.
• Establish IS policies, standards, practices and security measures to ensure effective and consistent information processing operations and to safeguard information resources.
• Lead the various software development teams, including training, mentoring, and project and task assignments.
• Work with the IS Leadership to select and retain qualified staff to effectively carry out department functions and provide for the continuity of managerial and specialized skills.
• Coach and develop the team to elevate their performance in support of the company’s growth strategies.
• Maintain knowledge of development in the area of systems and hardware and incorporates new knowledge into a cohesive development vision and strategy for the company.
• Work with peers, business partners, offshore development and vendors to build and maintain close relationships and partnerships.

How we reward you :

• 401K with company match
• Yearly bonus opportunity*
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
• On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
• Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
• Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
• Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
• Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
• Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates
• Bachelor’s degree in IS or related field required
• Minimum ten years of IS experience with increasing management responsibility, preferably in a retail / hospitality environment
• Successful completion of initial and periodically required training
• Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.
• If hired, completion of annual store training

Panda Strong since 1983

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,000 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives.

Whether it’s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we’re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.

You’re wanted here

We value diversity in all forms and know the strength it brings. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to blossom, diverse points of view to be heard, and improves overall happiness.

We like the sound of that.

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age and any other basis protected by the laws which apply where we operate.

Panda provides accommodations for disabilities and religious observance purposes as required by law.

Pay Range M4 : $161,000 - $226,000 / Annual

Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.

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