SENIOR DIRECTOR ENGINEERING - Java

Happiest Minds Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Happiest Minds Technologies in Bengaluru seeks an experienced Delivery Head (C8) with a strong healthcare background to lead multiple technology projects. The role requires managing large programs, leveraging Agile practices, and guiding diverse teams to achieve client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has 20+ years in software with at least 5 years in healthcare, excellent people and client-management skills, and a proven track record in delivering complex programs and ensuring delivery

Qualifications

• 20+ years in software industry with 5+ years in healthcare domain.
• Strong Agile project management background and governance.
• Proficient in MS Project and delivery planning tools.
• Experience handling large teams and multiple programs.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of multiple projects ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality.
• Lead a team of 200+ across projects/accounts with resource optimization.
• Own Delivery Excellence and Project Governance per best practices.
• Build and maintain client relationships, manage expectations and satisfaction.
• Drive fulfillment and staffing for new positions to meet demand.
• Prepare risk management plans and mitigate risks; maintain risk list.
• Handle customer escalations with aim for minimal issues.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to delivery managers and teams.
• Engage teams to foster collaboration and high performance.
• Monitor attrition at project and account levels per company goals.

Skills

Agile management

Java projects

Open Source

MS Project

People management

Client relationships

Delivery governance

Risk management

Budget management

Leadership

Education

Bachelors in CS/Engineering

Masters preferred

PMP certification

Agile certifications

Tools

MS Project

Job description

• Extensive experience managing projects using Agile methodologies.

Delivery Head (C8)

Years of Experience

20-25 Years

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Delivery Head with a strong background in the healthcare industry and extensive expertise in managing large-scale technology projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in delivering multiple projects simultaneously, utilizing Agile methodologies, and leading diverse teams to achieve project excellence and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of multiple projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Manage a team of over 200 members across various projects/accounts, ensuring effective resource allocation and utilization.
• Take ownership of Delivery Excellence and Project Governance, ensuring compliance with best practices and standards.
• Build strong relationships with clients, managing expectations and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.
• Drive fulfillment and staffing for new positions, ensuring the right talent is in place to meet project demands.
• Prepare risk management plans, execute risk mitigation strategies, and maintain a risk list.
• Handle customer escalations effectively, aiming for minimal or zero escalations.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to delivery managers, project managers, and project team members.
• Engage and motivate project teams to foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Maintain project and account-level attrition rates in line with company goals.

Mandatory Skills

• Minimum 20 years of experience in the software field, with at least 5 years in the healthcare industry.
• Strong technology background in Open Source/Java projects.
• Extensive experience managing projects using Agile methodologies.
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., MS Project).
• Excellent TA-People management skills, with experience managing Delivery Managers.
• Strong Communication Skills, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to implement engineering best practices and suggest process improvements.
• Responsible for revenues, gross margin (GM), engineer utilization, and client happiness.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver projects with a revenue of over $25 million.
• Experience in leading large teams and managing complex project portfolios.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Relevant certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, Agile certifications) are a plus.

Agile management experience,Project Office Management