Delivery Director - Technology

EPAM Systems; Belgique; Hybride; EUR 140 000 - 200 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

EPAM Systems in Belgium is seeking a Delivery Director – Technology to lead large-scale client engagements with 100+ FTE in a hybrid setup. You will own end-to-end delivery, client relationships and commercial performance while guiding pre-sales and strategic initiatives.

You will challenge architectural designs, manage multiple streams, and coordinate global teams of product owners, architects, engineers and QA specialists to ensure reliable estimates, risk mitigation and on-time delivery in

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience delivering complex technology projects and managing large-scale engagements (100+ FTE).
• Strong background in managing client relationships across IT services engagements.
• Deep understanding of modern distributed architectures including microservices, APIs and event-driven systems with the ability to assess risks and challenge technical decisions.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve delivery issues linked to architecture, integration or data design.
• Practical experience with AI and GenAI implementations and understanding of integration dependencies, risk factors and project impact.
• Familiarity with programs involving data platforms, advanced analytics or AI components.
• Knowledge of AI/GenAI concepts including Machine Learning, Generative AI and Large Language Models with insights into their effect on scope, resources and risk.
• Awareness of ethical considerations, bias risks and privacy implications in AI adoption.
• Strong expertise in SDLC and Agile delivery methodologies.
• Experience handling diverse engagement models such as Time & Materials, Fixed Price and Fixed Terms.
• Nice to have exposure to managing large digital transformation engagements involving AI-enabled frameworks or automated engineering practices.
• Pre-sales and solutioning experience with enterprise clients in the Benelux region.
• Multilingual proficiency (Dutch or French).

Responsabilités

• Drive end-to-end delivery from initiation through the full life cycle ensuring adherence to EPAM processes and client expectations
• Manage client relationships representing delivery at project, program and governance levels
• Identify and address client issues, mitigate engagement risks and ensure successful execution of client responsibilities
• Develop and maintain delivery plans, coordinate preparation of proposals and statements of work
• Oversee multiple activity streams aligned with SDLC and IT service management practices
• Take accountability for all aspects of delivery including financial management, sourcing, implementation and compliance
• Collaborate with distributed teams including product owners, architects, engineers and QA specialists to ensure reliable estimates and effective planning
• Represent the delivery organization in sales and pre-sales engagements contributing to business growth

Connaissances

Delivery leadership

Client relationship mgmt

SDLC

Agile delivery

Pre-sales

AI/GenAI implementations

Risk management

Architectural assessment

Cross-team coordination

Financial management

Proposal development

Multilingual (Dutch or French)

Description du poste

We’re looking for a Delivery Director – Technology to join our team in the Netherlands or Belgium in a hybrid working mode. In this role, you will lead large-scale client engagements across the Benelux region ensuring successful delivery of complex technology programs exceeding 100 FTE. You will be accountable for end-to-end delivery, client relationships and commercial performance while supporting account growth through pre-sales and strategic initiatives. This position requires strong technical depth to challenge architectural designs, diagnose delivery issues and engage credibly with senior engineering stakeholders. Hands-on experience with AI and a clear understanding of its impact on modern software development and maintenance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end delivery from initiation through the full life cycle ensuring adherence to EPAM processes and client expectations
• Manage client relationships representing delivery at project, program and governance levels
• Identify and address client issues, mitigate engagement risks and ensure successful execution of client responsibilities
• Develop and maintain delivery plans, coordinate preparation of proposals and statements of work
• Oversee multiple activity streams aligned with SDLC and IT service management practices
• Take accountability for all aspects of delivery including financial management, sourcing, implementation and compliance
• Collaborate with distributed teams including product owners, architects, engineers and QA specialists to ensure reliable estimates and effective planning
• Represent the delivery organization in sales and pre-sales engagements contributing to business growth

Requirements

• Proven hands-on experience delivering complex technology projects and managing large-scale engagements (100+ FTE)
• Strong background in managing client relationships across IT services engagements
• Deep understanding of modern distributed architectures including microservices, APIs and event-driven systems with the ability to assess risks and challenge technical decisions
• Ability to diagnose and resolve delivery issues linked to architecture, integration or data design
• Practical experience with AI and GenAI implementations and understanding of integration dependencies, risk factors and project impact
• Familiarity with programs involving data platforms, advanced analytics or AI components
• Knowledge of AI/GenAI concepts including Machine Learning, Generative AI and Large Language Models with insights into their effect on scope, resources and risk
• Awareness of ethical considerations, bias risks and privacy implications in AI adoption
• Strong expertise in SDLC and Agile delivery methodologies
• Experience handling diverse engagement models such as Time & Materials, Fixed Price and Fixed Terms
• Nice to have Exposure to managing large digital transformation engagements involving AI-enabled frameworks or automated engineering practices
• Pre-sales and solutioning experience with enterprise clients in the Benelux region
• Multilingual proficiency (Dutch or French)