AI & Software R&D Team Lead — Lead Projects (On-site Istanbul)

Semper Tech; Fatih; On-site; TRY 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Semper Technology, an R&D center affiliated with the Distributed Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (DAI-Labor) at the Technical University of Berlin, is seeking a highly motivated Team Lead.

Based in Teknopark Istanbul, Kurtköy, you will coordinate software-driven R&D projects in an international environment, build and lead multiple teams, and drive innovation in cybersecurity, data analytics, and intelligent systems.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Engineering or related field from a well reputed university.
• 8+ years of engineering experience.
• Proven track record in managing software or IT projects, preferably internationally.
• Strong knowledge of Agile and modern software delivery practices.
• Experience in budgeting and time planning.
• Experience leading multiple teams and projects in parallel.
• Strong stakeholder management and reporting skills.
• Experience in technical recruitment and team building is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage software and R&D projects from initiation to successful delivery.
• Define project scope, deliverables, timelines, and resource needs.
• Manage project budget, planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Coordinate multiple teams and projects in parallel while ensuring alignment with business and technical objectives.
• Monitor progress, risks, dependencies, and performance indicators, and take corrective actions where necessary.
• Work closely with internal teams, customers, public institutions, and project partners.
• Support and improve Agile software development and project management practices.
• Contribute to team growth, technical hiring, and capability building.
• Ensure high standards in project documentation, reporting, and communication.
• Support the identification and acquisition of national and international R&D funding and collaboration opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Technical recruitment

English proficiency

International collaboration

Budgeting and planning

Education

PhD in Computer Engineering or related field

Job description

Semper Technology, an R&D center affiliated with the Distributed Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (DAI-Labor) at the Technical University of Berlin, is seeking a highly motivated Team Lead.

Based in Teknopark Istanbul, Kurtköy, you will coordinate software-driven R&D projects in an international environment, build and lead multiple teams, and drive innovation in cybersecurity, data analytics, and intelligent systems.