Innovation POD Lead

We are looking for candidates for the following position based at Noida Office office

Position - Director - Applications Development

What can you expect?

Join our cutting-edge Innovation team expansion into India, where you'll manage a series of squads building innovative AI applications using the latest tools and technologies.

We are seeking talented Lead Engineer/Manager to join our team and lead the Marsh McLennan's Generative AI capability in India, in collaboration with the Award Winning Ireland Innovation Centre. As part of our internal incubator, you will have the chance to validate new technologies and ideas from across the business, build proof-of-concepts (POCs), develop pilot programs, and coordinate towards maturity before launching them into the wider MMC Tech teams for further development.

THE ROLE & YOUR MISSION:

• The opportunity to be an early contributor to a fast-evolving area with significant executive focus.
• Be part of a team driven by a start-up culture but backed by a giant
• The chance to geek out on initiatives such as Hackathons and be part of the broader MMC Tech ecosystem.
• To be part of our strategic tech hub that delivers industry-leading digital solutions for clients andcolleagues.

YOUR EXPERIENCE AND VALUES:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Engineering Manager or similar leadership role in a software development environment.
• Strong technical background in software engineering, with expertise in one or more programming languages and frameworks.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Solid understanding of delivery principles and methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

What is in it for you?

• Holidays (As Per the location)
• Shared Transport (Provided the address falls in service zone.
• Be part of a forward-thinking organization leading digital transformation.
• Work on innovative cloud projects impacting global business operations.
• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative environment that values expertise, leadership, and continuous learning.

What makes you stand out:

• Experience with a modern frontend framework ideally React (Vue, Angular are good too)
• Practical experience of NestJS / NodeJS or similar stack
• Experience with or knowledge of Python
• Strong knowledge of restful APIs
• Practical experience of Kubernetes and/or MongoDB
• Knowledge on LLM's
• Knowledge on prompt engineering techniques
• Knowledge on RAG

We will count on you to:

• Provide strong leadership and guidance to the engineering team, setting clear goals and expectations.
• Manage and mentor a team of engineers, ensuring their professional growth and development.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of engineering projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Maintain a deep understanding of the technical aspects of the projects and provide guidance to the team when needed.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment, promoting effective communication and teamwork among team members and cross-functional teams.
• Allocate resources effectively, ensuring that the team has the necessary tools, equipment, and support to deliver high-quality work.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, such as product managers and executives, to align engineering efforts with business goals and priorities.
• Continuously evaluate and improve engineering processes, methodologies, and tools to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Identify and mitigate risks that may impact project timelines, quality, or budget.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and recognize achievements to motivate and retain top talent.