Assoc Dir-Software Development

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As the leader in the Corporate Systems Group organization in Verizon India, the leader will be responsible for building a highly motivated and talented team, coaching and mentoring them to deliver high-quality products and services.

• Drive the Platform Engineering team to strengthen the Software Delivery Excellence
• Built strategy for Platform Accelerators to streamline the Product/Platform operations
• Deliver results within budget, time, quality and strategic and tactical key performance goals
• Drive agility in delivery and carry out successful execution of large scale complex programs in a Global setup working in a collaborative model with US teams
• Partner with global delivery & business teams to establish goals , influence and effectively communicate/execute the vision with the team.
• Nurture and lead the delivery teams and manage through complexities of changes to adjust to business needs
• Review and hold the vendor partners accountable for efficiency and quality of deliverables
• Enable AI driven SDLC across the portfolio by implementing and supporting integrated cloud, testing, security, and operational tools.
• Evaluate technology and platform choices while balancing between time to market, cost, scale, and Employee experience. Develop a culture of experimentation and iterative development
• Representing and participating in various conferences and workshops
• Lead emerging technology direction, facilitate key decision points, and convert requirements into working product outcomes and drive integration with various vendor products
• Document and comply with software quality, data security, and compliance processes

Hire, retain, develop high performing motivated talent and leaders. Manages teams in both direct and matrix structures. Manage multi-skilled contractors and employees in India. Develop a strong leadership pipeline.

In addition, this role provides leadership that promotes teamwork, employee respect, empowerment, and open communication. Sets strategic direction and governs delivery for Verizon business, develops and maintains SLA's alongside internal business partners that meet or exceed customer expectations. Develop and adhere to budget while meeting or exceeding expectations and goals/metrics.