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21/11 Avni Sharma
Head Operations at JobsPlan

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General Manager - Software Development/IT Infrastructure Management - IIT/NIT/BITS (9-12 yrs)

Mumbai Job Code: 513851

This job description sets out the scope of the role of Head of Software development / Infrastructure Management with the main duties of the post at the date when it was completed. It does not include or define all tasks which the post holder may be expected to carry out. Duties may vary from time to time without changing the nature of the post or the level of responsibility. The post holder may also be required to carry out any other duties as required by their line manager.

Scope of role :

- To lead and manage software development, robust and innovative software solutions that are fit for purpose.

- To develop a strategy for the team to meet the company's goals and objectives, and to improve the quality of the service it delivers internally and externally.

- To plan and monitor the successful implementation of the software.

- Responsible for the quality and technical approach taken by team members, ensuring it is in-line with the company strategy & Budget.

- Creating and maintaining a professional culture within the team, where individuals take ownership and are fastidious and proud of delivering excellence and quality.

- To represent Company within the industry, focused web development by contributing to internal and external websites, publications, forums and events as required.

Main responsibilities: Team leadership, strategy & planning

- To drive the strategic direction of products & services considering emerging and legacy technologies

- To oversee strategy for both product and implementation

- To devise a tactical plan which can be collaboratively carried out by the team - to implement improvements to products, services, processes and knowledge sharing within the team

- To plan for team growth considering the blend/level of skills required within team

- To review project progress and overview of the performance of all individuals in team

- To facilitate technology and methodology decision making throughout team, including standardization of system architecture, software development, versions of software tools, best practice, source control and deployment processes

- To make sure that all training and support that team members require is delivered internally or externally

- To encourage pro-active discussions with client delivery and account management teams

- To contribute regularly to discussions regarding internal process and system improvements to ensure maximum efficiency across the company. Including suggesting technical solutions to problems

- To instigate cross team ideas and initiatives - to bring products and services together

- To strive to ensure that processes and appropriate levels of knowledge are shared between teams

- To lead and oversee all technical quotes, analysis, specifications to make sure they are complete and accurate

- To support the business development team with pre-sale activities, contributing to RFPs where appropriate and assisting in large pitches to potential clients where required

- To oversee the technical strategy and implementation of our own internal development stream activities - to make sure they apply to the same standards that we would expect for client work

- To provide training and workshops for clients and/or staff as required Company best practice

Key skills and experience

- A senior level software developer with strong and successful technical lead experience

- Experience of leading a team of developers

- Advanced level (knowledge and experience) of programming languages and methodologies

- Experience of managing, directing and motivating staff to deliver projects with stretching scope and objectives

- Highly numerate and literate, with the ability to produce top quality written specifications and strategy and implementation communication

- Proactive and highly organised, with strong time management and planning skills

- Experience at advising key stakeholders at senior and board level

Key behaviors

- Strong Leadership, professional attitude - and leading by example

- Bright, highly self-motivated and driven

- Passionate about Software Development with a general thirst for digital knowledge and a significant interest in new emerging technologies

- Ability to solve problems quickly and completely

- Ability to multi-task and stay organised in a dynamic work environment

- Analytical and inquisitive, with excellent attention to detail

- Innovative and creative, with a concise, precise and effective approach to problem solving and the ability to develop, deliver and evaluate brilliant ideas founded on rock-solid strategic thinking

- Credible, confident and articulate, with excellent communication and presentation skills and the gravitas to deliver ideas clearly and concisely to internal and external stakeholders at all levels of seniority

- Reliable, flexible and cooperative

- Personable and approachable, with an enthusiastic and motivational nature and an overall passion for excellence

Education : BE from premier institute preferably from an IIT

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Maternity and Paternity Benefits

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