Empower - Senior Manager - Generative AI

JOB SUMMARY :

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 :

- Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

- 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.