Key Areas of Responsibilities

Lead and manage the delivery pipeline for Innovation IT projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather and understand requirements, documenting detailed functional and technical specifications.
Translate business needs into clear technical instructions for the development team.
Manage projects using Agile methodologies, utilizing tools like Jira to track work, manage sprints, and facilitate Scrum processes.
Ensure project deliverables meet quality, scope, and schedule objectives.
Maintain a hands-on understanding of the application delivery stack, including relevant technologies and frameworks.
Foster continuous improvement in delivery processes and Agile practices.
Stay current with advancements in AI and ML, applying relevant technologies to enhance project outcomes.

Requirements

Extensive hands-on experience managing Agile project delivery in complex IT environments, preferably within Innovation or R&D settings
.Deep understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) frameworks, with proficiency in Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban
.Strong technical background in application architecture, with familiarity in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, RESTful APIs, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
.Proven experience with project management tools, particularly Jira, including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and reporting
.Solid understanding of data pipelines, ETL processes, and data storage solutions relevant to AI/ML workflows
.In-depth knowledge of AI and Machine Learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn) and experience applying these in business solutions
.Ability to interpret technical designs and documentation and translate them into actionable development and testing tasks
.Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate technical solutions for scalability, robustness, and security
.Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools
.Excellent communication skills for cross-disciplinary collaboration between business stakeholders and engineering teams

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Head of Delivery, SRE & Innovation, Information Technology