Lead Engineer, Innovation

Presidio; Chennai District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Presidio Innovation seeks a Lead Engineer to guide engineering initiatives from ideation to deployment, mentoring developers and shaping architectural vision across cloud and Generative AI domains.

You will lead prototypes and products, ensure scalable, secure, and maintainable systems, and collaborate with stakeholders on strategy and technical approaches.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software engineering experience.
• 2+ years in a technical leadership role.
• Proficiency in one or more core languages: Python, Java, Go, C#, or TypeScript.
• Deep understanding of cloud-native architectures, microservices, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with cloud providers (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and DevOps practices (CI/CD, IaC).
• Exposure to AI/ML or Generative AI platforms (OpenAI, Azure AI, Hugging Face) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of innovative prototypes, accelerators, and products leveraging cloud and AI technologies.
• Architect scalable and maintainable systems with a focus on performance, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define solution strategy, scope, and technical approach.
• Mentor and coach engineers, fostering technical growth and cross-team collaboration.
• Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies that enhance Presidio’s offerings.
• Ensure alignment with engineering standards and long-term maintainability.
• Represent the Innovation Team in technical discussions, client interactions, and demos.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Product mindset

Architectural design

Cloud-native

Microservices

CI/CD

IaC

GenAI platforms

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

IaC

OpenAI

Job description

Presidio, Where Teamwork and Innovation Shape the FutureAtPresidio, we’re at the forefront of a global technology revolution, transforming industries throughcutting-edge digital solutions and next-generation AI. We empower businesses—and their customers—to achieve more through innovation, automation, and intelligent insights.

The Role
Presidio’s Innovation Team is driving the creation of scalable, next-generation solutions that transform business outcomes for clients and internal teams. We are seeking a Lead Engineer (Innovation) who combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership and a product-oriented mindset.

As a technical leader, you’ll guide engineering initiatives from ideation to deployment, mentor developers, and help shape the architectural vision behind Presidio’s innovation efforts — particularly across cloud and Generative AI domains.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead the design and delivery of innovative prototypes, accelerators, and products leveraging cloud and AI technologies.
• Architect scalable and maintainable systems with a focus on performance, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define solution strategy, scope, and technical approach.
• Mentor and coach engineers, fostering technical growth and cross-team collaboration.
• Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies (e.g., GenAI frameworks, automation tools, data services) that enhance Presidio’s offerings.
• Ensure alignment with organizational standards, engineering best practices, and long‑term maintainability.
• Represent the Innovation Team in technical discussions, client interactions, and demos.

Required Skills and Professional Experience

• 7+ years of software engineering experience, including 2+ years in a technical leadership role.
• Expertise in one or more core languages: Python, Java, Go, C#, or TypeScript.
• Deep understanding of cloud-native architectures, microservices, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with cloud providers (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and modern DevOps practices (CI/CD, IaC).
• Exposure to AI/ML or Generative AI platforms (OpenAI, Azure AI, Hugging Face, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong architectural and design‑thinking skills with a product development mindset.
• Excellent communication and mentoring abilities.

Why This Role Matters

• Lead and shape innovation initiatives that directly influence Presidio’s strategic growth.
• Work at the intersection of technology, creativity, and business value.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional leaders to define how Presidio adopts and scales emerging technologies.
• Build a legacy of technical excellence through mentoring, standardization, and experimentation.

At Presidio Innovation, we lead by building what others imagine — shaping the future through technology and creativity.

Your future at Presidio
JoiningPresidiomeans stepping into aculture of trailblazers—thinkers, builders, and collaborators—who push the boundaries of what’s possible. With our expertise inAI-driven analytics, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and next‑gen infrastructure, we enable businesses to stay ahead in an ever‑evolving digital world.

Here,your impact is real.Whether you're harnessing the power ofGenerative AI, architecting resilientdigital ecosystems, or drivingdata-driven transformation, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future.

Ready to innovate? Let’s redefine what’s next—together.

About Presidio
At Presidio, speed and quality meet technology and innovation. Presidio is a trusted ally for organizations across industries with a decades‑long history of building traditional IT foundations and deep expertise in AI and automation, security, networking, digital transformation, and cloud computing. Presidio fills gaps, removes hurdles, optimizes costs, and reduces risk. Presidio’s expert technical team develops custom applications, provides managed services, enables actionable data insights and builds forward‑thinking solutions that drive strategic outcomes for clients globally. For more information, visit www.presidio.com.

Presidio is committed to hiring the most qualified candidates to join our amazing culture. We aim to attract and hire top talent from all backgrounds, including underrepresented and marginalized communities. We encourage women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply for open roles at Presidio. Diversity of skills and thought is a key component to our business success.