Role Summary: Technical Visionary, AI Pioneer, and Client Partner
Technical Visionary, AI Pioneer, and Scale Leader We are seeking a Head of Engineering to
serve as the strategic, technical, and execution powerhouse for our highest-stakes global
and US accounts. Leading a robust engineering organization of 500+ professionals, this is a
vital executive leadership position designed for a hands-on technologist with a deep
Application Development and Product Engineering background who can seamlessly
translate enterprise architecture definitions into robust, scalable software.
You will own the technical roadmap, drive the tangible implementation of AI/Generative AI
solutions, and lead our engineering organization to deliver flawless, modern products. You
are not just managing timelines; you are in the trenches with your team, establishing
technical excellence, and serving as a trusted technical authority directly in front of our
clients’ C-suite and technology leaders.
Key Responsibilities
1. Hands-on Engineering Leadership & AI Implementation
a. Architectural & Code Ownership: Partner closely with the Chief Architect to
translate enterprise architectural visions into execution. Act as a hands-on
technical leader who can review code, design complex systems, and establish
gold-standard engineering practices.
b. Tangible AI Integration: Drive the strategy, prototyping, and production-level
deployment of AI/ML and Generative AI capabilities into our product suites
to solve real-world educational and workforce data problems.
c. Application Development & Product Engineering Excellence: Champion
modern application development paradigms, ensuring the delivery of secure,
scalable, and high-performance cloud-native applications.
2. Client-Facing Strategy & Advisory
a. Technical Value Proposition: Serve as a core technical interface for US-based
clients, building deep trust with client-side CTOs and technical
decision-makers through sheer engineering credibility.
b. Consultative Problem Solving: Partner with clients to understand their
complex business pain points and translate them into concrete technical
solutions and engineering execution plans.
c. Scope & Growth Enablement: Work closely with business heads and
architects to identify technical "white space" opportunities, managing scope
expertly and converting client needs into valuable engineering roadmaps.
3. Delivery Governance & Scale Execution
a. Large-Scale Global Delivery: Lead, scale, and mentor a 500+ member
engineering ecosystem in India, ensuring tight operational velocity and
alignment with US-based client expectations and product managers.
b. Agile Rigor: Ensure strict adherence to modern Agile/Scrum methodologies,
driving predictive, on-time delivery (OTD) and continuous
integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
c. Technical Risk Forensics: Proactively identify code smells, architectural
bottlenecks, and project risks early, executing rapid remediation plans before
they affect client delivery.
Professional Profile
● The Hands-on Technologist: You have an undeniable Core Application
Development and Product Engineering pedigree. You are as comfortable
writing a proof-of-concept or diving into an architectural roadblock alongside
the Chief Architect as you are directing a large org.
● AI Practitioner: You don't just talk about AI at a conceptual level; you have a
tangible understanding of how to implement LLMs, machine learning models,
and cognitive computing into commercial software.
● The Client-Facing Catalyst: You possess excellent communication and
presentation skills, with a proven track record of managing
multi-million-dollar technical accounts through direct cross-border client
engagement.
Key Qualifications
● 12+ years in Core Technology, Application Development, & Product Engineering
roles, with at least 5+ years in an active, hands-on engineering leadership capacity
managing scale.
● Scale Leadership: Proven track record of managing and steering large
engineering organizations (hundreds of developers) across multiple product
lines.
● Proven Client-Facing Experience: Demonstrated success interfacing directly with
enterprise international/US clients, managing technical delivery expectations and
escalations.
● Deep AI/ML Exposure: Practical, hands-on experience implementing AI features,
data pipelines, or algorithmic solutions in live production environments.
● Global Delivery & Mobility: Strong experience navigating offshore/onshore global
delivery models. Must be willing and flexible to undertake global travel as required
to interface directly with US clients and global leadership teams.
● US Market Sophistication: A nuanced understanding of US business culture,
compliance (e.g., data privacy, accessibility), and modern professional
communication.
● EdTech Advantage: Prior experience in K-12, Higher Ed, or Workforce training
technology is a significant competitive advantage, though general product
engineering excellence is paramount.
Why Join LearningMate?
This is a high-visibility seat where you serve as the chief architect of our technical future.
You will have the unique advantage of "Startup Autonomy" to build, innovate, and
experiment with cutting-edge tech like AI, backed by the global scale of a 3,500-person
powerhouse. If you are an engineering leader who refuses to stop building and wants to
shape the future of education technology, this is your platform.