Application Development Manager - Gas Pipeline Management Systems

Description

Our client is looking for exceptional Application Development Manager – Gas Pipeline Management Systems to join their team in Houston, Tx.

Not accepting -H1B, OPT, CPT candidates.

Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Application Development Manager to lead the design, delivery, and support of complex software solutions supporting gas pipeline transportation and trading operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in leading development teams and strong domain experience in natural gas pipeline management, covering areas such as rates, contracts, nominations, confirmations, scheduling, allocations, capacity release, and invoicing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-functional application development team in delivering enhancements and new capabilities across gas pipeline systems.
• Oversee the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) from design to deployment and maintenance.
• Collaborate with business units to translate commercial and operational requirements into technical specifications.
• Ensure integration between pipeline management modules: nominations, confirmations, scheduling, invoicing, etc.
• Optimize system architecture for performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Maintain compliance with FERC and other regulatory frameworks where applicable.
• Guide DevOps and QA best practices, with focus on continuous delivery and testing automation.

Essential Experience & Skills

• 5–10 years of hands-on experience in natural gas pipeline transportation systems (TMS or TMS-like platforms).
• Strong understanding of industry operations:
• Contract Management
• Nominations & Confirmations
• Scheduling & Allocations
• Capacity Release
• Rate & Tariff Management
• Invoicing/Billing
• Experience managing software developers (onshore/offshore) in an agile or hybrid environment.
• Technical stack experience (examples):
• .NET or Java backend
• Oracle or SQL Server databases
• Integration via APIs/EDI with third-party trading/transport systems.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to translate business needs into scalable solutions.

Desirable (Nice-to-Have)

• Familiarity with industry platforms like Quorum, P2 Energy Solutions, or custom in-house pipeline systems.
• Previous experience in roles at a midstream operator, pipeline company, or gas utility.

Candidate Profile

• 8–15 years in natural gas pipeline transportation systems (TMS, Quorum, or in-house)
• Direct experience in contractual and operational processes (nominations, confirmations, scheduling, etc.)
• 3–5 years in a leadership or Application Development Manager role
• Strong technical background with experience in custom enterprise applications (likely .NET or Java-based)
• Experience integrating pipeline apps with invoicing, billing, and trading platforms
• Oil and Gas experience is a must
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across tech and commercial teams

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ABOUT EPMA

Since 2010, EPMA has quickly earned credibility as a trusted leader in Project and Portfolio Management Services helping local businesses to Global 50 companies deliver projects with greater efficiency and success. Our ability to attract the most talented people and empower them to make a difference for our clients is part of what makes EPMA one of the Top Companies to work for in Texas, and one of the Best and Brightest companies to work for in the nation. We are also on the Inc. 5000 list as one of the fastest growing, privately held companies in America today.

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