Airtel Africa is hiring for Principal Software Engineer and Engineering Manager roles within our Data Engineering team in Gurgaon (WFO). We're looking for experienced professionals (7–14 years) with expertise in Core Java or C++ with strong fundamentals in Multithreading, Concurrency, Heap Management, and OOPs. — OR — individuals skilled in Big Data technologies like Spark, PySpark, Scala, Hadoop , etc. You'll be part of a high-impact team solving large-scale data problems across 14 countries. This role is part of a diversity hiring initiative , and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply. What we offer: Challenging projects at scale Inclusive work environment Opportunities to lead and grow
Diversity Hiring KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS : Managing IT infrastructure hardware & software asset, design the right CMDB structure, leverage available technology for asset discovery, integration, CMDB system. Managing IT Infrastructure capacity, compute, memory, storage, backup. Coordinating with Cloud architect to better allocate resources for different type of workloads/applications. Managing IT infrastructure demand, engaging internal customers and enterprise team. Tracking workload migration to balance the clusters in Vcenter Managing commission and decommission tracker engaging with partners and customers EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION | WORK EXPERIENCE | SKILLS Educational Qualification: Minimum Requirements BE/Btech/MCA in Computer Science / Electronics Certification : ITIL, Cloud Certification, Work Experience: Minimum Work Ex. Required 8 to 10 year of experience in IT infrastructure with respect to assets management and Capacity management. Good understanding of Infra cross domains Technical Skills and Capabilities (Primary - Must have) 8+ years’ experience on managing assets management hardware and software. Good knowledge in capacity management Should have worked in process mature production environments handling 24x7 support Implementation skills (ability to prepare project plan / manage the same as per defined timelines). Vendor / Partner Management skills Customer handling skills Technical Skills and Capabilities (Secondary - Nice to have) ITIL and Cloud management Behavioural Skills and Capabilities Focus on Customer - Demonstrating availability, attentiveness and reliability to external / internal customers, building trusting and constructive relationships with them. Listening to their needs and seeking their feedback. Striving to anticipate market trends and to deliver products and services that exceed - and possibly shape - customers’ expectations Share to Succeed - Being available, attentive and reliable with peers and colleagues. Encouraging and contributing to the sharing of information, knowledge and best practices. Addressing and resolving conflict in a way that ensures mutually satisfying outcomes Result Orientation - Making and meeting commitments. Facing reality with courage and raising the bar for self and others. Ensuring objectives are ambitious, demonstrating a sense of urgency, and redirecting efforts if necessary. Living thru Airtel Africa Values & Ethics People management Skills and Capabilities Team Player, have good understanding and work in harmony with Internal and external clients Excellent Communication skills Global experience preferable
As an experienced IT Infrastructure Manager, you will be responsible for managing various aspects of the IT infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and efficiency. Your key responsibilities will include: - Managing IT infrastructure hardware and software assets by designing and implementing the right CMDB structure. You will leverage available technology for asset discovery and integration within the CMDB system. - Overseeing IT infrastructure capacity, including compute, memory, storage, and backup. You will work closely with the Cloud architect to allocate resources effectively for different workloads and applications. - Addressing IT infrastructure demand by engaging with internal customers and the enterprise team to understand their requirements and provide suitable solutions. - Tracking workload migration to balance the clusters in Vcenter and ensure optimal performance. - Managing the commission and decommission tracker by collaborating with partners and customers to streamline the process. To qualify for this role, you should have the following qualifications and experience: - Educational Qualification: BE/Btech/MCA in Computer Science or Electronics. - Certification: ITIL, Cloud Certification. - Work Experience: 8 to 10 years of experience in IT infrastructure, with a focus on assets management and capacity management. You should have a good understanding of infrastructure across domains. - Technical Skills: Strong experience in managing hardware and software assets, capacity management, and working in process-mature production environments. Proficiency in vendor/partner management and customer handling. - Additional Technical Skills (Nice to have): ITIL and Cloud management expertise. - Behavioral Skills: Customer-focused approach, sharing knowledge and best practices, result-oriented mindset, and adherence to Airtel Africa values and ethics. - People Management Skills: Ability to work effectively as a team player, excellent communication skills, and preference for global experience. If you are looking for a challenging role that involves managing IT infrastructure and working with internal and external stakeholders to drive operational excellence, then this position might be the right fit for you. Join us and be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, innovation, and customer satisfaction.,