We are seeking an accomplished Solution lead to lead AI-enabled Pre-Sales and Solutions for large, complex, multi-tower IT deals. This role is critical in shaping modernized, AI-driven solutions that help enterprise clients transform their business, technology, and operating models.
The ideal candidate will combine deep solutioning expertise, large deal leadership, and a strong AI strategy mindset, working closely with Sales, Delivery, and Practice teams to craft differentiated, value-led proposals that leverage AI, Data, Cloud, Automation, and Managed Services at scale.
Key Responsibilities
Large Deal & Integrated Solution Leadership
- Own end-to-end solutioning for large, strategic, multi-tower deals across geographies and industries.
- Lead the definition of AI-first, platform-led, and outcome-driven solution architectures spanning across Applications & Modernization, Managed Services & AI-Ops, Infrastructure & Cloud, Data, Analytics & AI / GenAI.
- Shape solution strategies that clearly articulate business outcomes, ROI, and value realization enabled by AI.
- Drive solution strategy, pricing, and value proposition to ensure competitive positioning.
- Own the complete proposal lifecycle, including solution architecture, AI & digital components, commercials, pricing strategy, and risk assumptions.
- Embed AI use-cases, GenAI copilots, intelligent automation, and data-led insights into proposals to improve win probability and deal differentiation.
- Drive AI-led modernization journeys, helping clients move from legacy operating models to future-ready, AI-augmented enterprises.
- Lead and mentor pre-sales teams to deliver high-quality proposals, RFP responses, and client presentations.
- Ensure alignment of solutions with client requirements, business objectives, and LTM capabilities.
Stakeholder & CXO Engagement
- Partner closely with Sales, Account Teams, Practices, Delivery, and Alliances to create cohesive and compelling solutions.
- Engage with CXO-level client stakeholders to:
- Articulate AI strategy and transformation roadmap
- Position LTM as a trusted advisor for AI-led transformation
- Translate complex technology constructs into clear business value narratives
AI Strategy, Innovation & Thought Leadership
- Bring industry, AI, and technology trends into solution design, including:
- Autonomous operations, AI-Ops, and managed services transformation
- Drive creation of reusable AI solution frameworks, accelerators, reference architectures, and playbooks to improve speed, quality, and win-rate.
- Influence GTM strategy by shaping AI-led offerings and large-deal solution patterns.
- Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture standards, security, compliance, and responsible AI principles.
- Lead solution governance around scalability, operability, commercial viability, and risk mitigation.
- Balance innovation with pragmatism, ensuring feasible AI adoption at enterprise scale.
Required Skills & Experience
Experience
- 17+ years in IT services with strong focus on pre-sales, solutioning, and large deal leadership.
- Strong understanding of:
- Application Development & Modernization
- Cloud & Infrastructure services
- AI / GenAI, Data & Analytics platforms
- Testing, Automation & Managed Services
- Experience embedding AI into enterprise solutions, including modernization, efficiency, and business transformation use-cases.
Industry Exposure
- Experience in one or more verticals such as Life Sciences, BFSI, Retail, Manufacturing or Travel, Transport & Hospitality (TTH) is a strong advantage.
Leadership & Communication
- Ability to inspire and lead senior pre-sales teams and architect communities.
- Exceptional storytelling, presentation, and negotiation skills with senior business and technology stakeholders.
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology required.
- MBA preferred; AI / Cloud / Architecture certifications are an added advantage.