Functional Leader (Computer and Mathematical)

Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

Plan, initiate, and manage information technology (IT) projects. Lead and guide the work of technical staff. Serve as liaison between business and technical aspects of projects. Plan project stages and assess business implications for each stage. Monitor progress to assure deadlines, standards, and cost targets are met.

Produce financial and market intelligence by querying data repositories and generating periodic reports. Devise methods for identifying data patterns and trends in available information sources.

Enhance user experience, improve ease of use, and solve end-user’s problems by combining interfaces and workflows using various approaches to optimize and measure applications. Understand user psychology and product specifications, Develop concept and usability testing and personas. Define the interaction model and measuring its success. Develop wireframes and tailored customer prototypes. Solve any UX problems that arise. You will also work closely with the UI designer to develop designs and communicate design ideas/prototypes to developers.