Senior Technical Product Manager

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The Senior Manager – Engineering oversees India-based engineering resources for the Generative AI Platform. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day development activities, aligning engineering efforts with overall platform goals, and ensuring on-time, high-quality delivery. The Senior Manager collaborates with the VP of Generative AI Platform, product managers, and cross-functional teams to optimize engineering processes, foster team growth, and maintain strong communication with global stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Team Leadership & Development

  • Recruit, mentor, and manage engineering talent in India.

  • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Project & Delivery Management

  • Oversee end-to-end software development lifecycle, ensuring milestones and deliverables are met.

  • Collaborate with product and Scrum Masters to align sprint goals with strategic initiatives.

• Technical Oversight

  • Provide guidance on architecture, development best practices, and coding standards.

  • Work with solution architects and senior engineers to address technical challenges and performance optimization.

• Stakeholder Engagement

  • Partner with global teams to address cross-functional dependencies and align priorities.

  • Communicate engineering progress, risks, and mitigations to leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• 8+ years of software development experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership/management role.

• Experience in AI/ML or large-scale platform development preferred.

Registrations/Licenses/Certifications

• Agile or project management certifications (e.g., PMP, CSM) are advantageous.

SKILLS/CHARACTERISTICS

• Strong leadership and people management skills.

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

• Proficiency in modern software development practices, cloud technologies, and DevOps.

• Ability to work seamlessly with global teams.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Normal Office Working Conditions: India-based office, with possible extended hours to coordinate with global teams.

• Occasional travel for global team collaboration may be required.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES & AUTHORITY

• Full responsibility for India-based engineering deliverables and talent management decisions.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

• Responsible for managing the engineering budget allocated to the India team.

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL CONTACTS

• Regular contact with global product managers, architects, and other engineering managers.

• Potential engagement with external vendors or service providers.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct supervision of engineering leads and teams in India.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.