Associate Director - IT

elanco; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Elanco is seeking an Associate Director - IT to lead the Infrastructure Operations team in Bengaluru, driving reliability and performance of a global hybrid cloud environment (on‑prem VMware, Azure, GCP). The role emphasizes automation, DevOps culture, and strategic technology modernization.

You will mentor engineers, oversee day‑to‑day operations, engage with vendors and stakeholders, and shape the infrastructure roadmap to meet future business needs while maintaining a strong focus on security

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in infrastructure operations.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field.
• Cloud platform certifications (Azure, GCP) preferred.
• Experience with containerization: Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with ITSM/ITIL and project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing infrastructure team.
• Oversee global hybrid infrastructure operations (VMware, Azure, GCP).
• Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual work and improve efficiency.
• Provide technical oversight for architecture decisions and incidents.
• Engage with vendors and stakeholders on performance and projects.

Skills

Leadership

Hybrid cloud

DevOps

Automation

Docker

Kubernetes

ITIL

Terraform

Ansible

Python

Education

Bachelor’s in CS/IT

Master’s in CS/IT

Tools

Azure

GCP

VMware

PowerShell

Job description

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) - it all starts with animals! As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose - all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People. At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you'll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights. Making animals' lives better makes life better - join our team today!

Your Role: Associate Director - IT

Elanco is seeking a dynamic and technically strong Associate Director to lead our Infrastructure Operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a talented team that oversees our hybrid cloud environment, spanning on-premises VMware and public cloud platforms like Azure and GCP. The ideal candidate is a self-driven leader with a passion for automation, a solid understanding of DevOps culture, and the ability to provide expert technical oversight for day-to-day operations.

Your Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of infrastructure engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee the day-to-day operations of our global hybrid infrastructure, ensuring the reliability, availability, and performance of our systems.
• Technical Oversight: Provide hands-on technical guidance, acting as a senior escalation point for complex issues and architectural decisions across VMware, Azure, and GCP environments.
• Automation & Efficiency: Drive the strategy and execution of automation initiatives to streamline processes, reduce manual intervention, and improve operational efficiency.
• DevOps Collaboration: Work with team on Sprint planning and execution
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to the infrastructure roadmap, influencing technology selection and modernization efforts to meet future business needs.
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Manage relationships with key technology vendors and communicate effectively with business stakeholders on performance, projects, and incidents.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• 10+ years of experience in Infrastructure operations.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Good to have Professional certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, Google Professional Cloud Architect).
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks like ITIL.
• Experience with facilitation and co‑ordination of projects

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Proven experience in a technical leadership role managing infrastructure operations teams.
• Extensive, hands‑on experience with hybrid cloud technologies, including deep technical knowledge of one of these technologies Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), or VMware.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience with automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, Python).
• A solid understanding of DevOps principles and how to apply them in an enterprise infrastructure context.
• Exceptional problem‑solving and analytical skills, with the ability to lead technical troubleshooting efforts.
• A self‑driven and proactive approach, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.

Additional Information:

• Travel: 0%
• Location: India, Bangalore

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status

Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job‑related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a h