Manager-Digital Transformation (Delivery)

Tesco India; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 2,500,000 - 4,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Tesco Bengaluru is seeking a seasoned Digital Transformation leader to drive automation and API-based solutions across the business. You will guide a high-performing team, coordinate with stakeholders, and deliver complex digital projects aligned with Tesco standards.

Responsibilities include shaping the transformation roadmap, building an opportunity pipeline, and ensuring production-grade software with Python, Docker, and Kubernetes.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in Digital Transformation and team leadership.
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma principles.
• Stakeholder management and delivery discipline.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and designs continuous improvements to drive team performance.
• Accountable for achieving team objectives, stakeholder management and escalation handling.
• Guides end-to-end delivery of digital solutions in partnership with business teams and delivery partners.
• Identifies fit-for-purpose automation opportunities and standard practices for the team.
• Ensures regular updates to all levels of the business and maintains documentation.

Skills

Python backend

API development

CI/CD

Automation tooling

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

I am a part of the Digital Transformation team at Tesco Business Services, my team & I work with relevant stakeholders to assess & build pipeline for Digital Projects that are aligned Tesco defined standards and guidelines

Following our Business Code of Conduct and always acting with integrity and due diligence and have these specific risk responsibilities:

Developing and leading a high performing team, creating an environment for success by setting direction and coaching them to succeed through inspiring conversations every day. (Refer to the expectations of a manager at Tesco- the minimum standards)

Responsibilities

• Initiates and designs continuous improvements initiatives to drive performance within their teams
• Accountable for achieving teams objectives, stakeholder management and escalation management.
• Making decisions within policy and procedure framework to deliver business plans.
• Driving Digital Transformation strategy and the shared vision across Tesco Functional areas
• Assess processes and build pipeline of opportunities for Digital Transformation that drive tangible benefits
• End to end accountability from identification to delivery of solution in partnership with business teams and delivery partners
• Identify fit for purpose automation solutions and practices for my team to follow
• Ensure frequent and relevant updates to all relevant parties across all levels of the business at all times
• Partner with Stakeholders, Vendors, Technology & Business teams to achieve defined business outcomes
• Develop and lead a high performing team of individual contributors, giving them the opportunities to be their best by coaching, career development conversations and effective performance management
• Identify and initiate projects to improve and optimise ways of working within the team
• Prepare schedules and define priorities for my team to assess to build the opportunities pipeline pipeline and manage delivery for bug free and on time automation solutions
• Ensure my team prepares appropriate documentation for all digital solutions

Experience level - 8 to 12 years preferred

Domain skills:

• Identify Digital opportunities and solution development
• Process Mapping and Designing preferred
• Designing Functional and Solution Design Documents preferred
• Understanding of Lean and Six Sigma principles

People Skills:

• Managing and leading Digital Transformation teams

Technical skills:

• Expertise and experience with one of the below tools
• Strong Python backend engineering experience
• Experience building production-grade APIs
• Deep hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• CI/CD pipeline design and automation

At Tesco, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in treating everyone fairly and with respect, valuing individuality and uniqueness to create a true sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are deeply embedded in our values—we treat people how they want to be treated. Our goal is for all colleagues to feel they can be themselves at work, and we are committed to helping them thrive. Across the Tesco group, we are building an inclusive workplace that actively celebrates the cultures, personalities, and preferences of our colleagues, who in turn contribute to the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

At Tesco Bengaluru, we are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, highlighting our commitment to creating a supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. We are dedicated to offering equal opportunities for all candidates and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. Our recruitment process is fully accessible, and we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments during interviews. If you need any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know. We are here to ensure that everyone has the chance to succeed.

We also believe in fostering a work environment where you can excel both professionally and personally. Our hybrid model allows you to work flexibly—spend 60% of your week collaborating in person with colleagues at our office locations or local sites, and the rest of the time working remotely. We understand that everyone’s life journey is unique, whether you are starting your career, pursuing passions, or navigating life changes, and we are here to support you. Flexibility is a core part of our culture, and we encourage open conversations about how we can best accommodate your needs, so talk to us throughout