Position: Director of Enterprise IT India
The Director of Enterprise IT India will be responsible for building and leading the development and operational performance of the India-based IT functions. This role will focus on aligning India capabilities with the global IT strategy, maturing the organizational culture, and driving greater collaboration across teams. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned technical leader with a passion for fostering innovation, building collaborative environments, and enabling operational excellence in a transforming IT landscape. The ideal candidate will be responsible overseeing the deliverables of the local teams, establishing key functions including engineering and operating roles, managing in country operations, and fostering a high-performance culture within the team. This role requires a technical strategic leader with a strong understanding of the engineering landscape in India and the ability to navigate market dynamics.
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Promote a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and adaptability, encouraging a collaborative approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
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Hire and develop engineering and operations functions including cloud, security, governance, business applications, and development. Build and develop a strong leadership team within India, mentoring managers and cultivating high-potential talent.
Must-Haves for Director of IT EIT India
These are the essential qualifications, experiences, and competencies expected for the role:
Cross-Domain Leadership
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to lead across multiple IT domains Enterprise Applications , DevOps , SecOps , and Cloud Infrastructure . This includes strategic oversight and operational alignment across these functions.
Enterprise IT Architecture Understanding
Familiarity with enterprise-wide IT architecture is critical. The role requires aligning technology with business goals, ensuring integration across platforms, and setting standards for scalability and security.
Experience with Global Teams
Given the India-based leadership role within a global EIT structure, the candidate must be adept at working across time zones and cultures, especially with North American and European counterparts.
Job Architecture Alignment
The role is embedded in a broader EIT job architecture initiative that emphasizes clarity in roles, career progression, and workforce planning. The Director must be able to map teams to this structure and support internal mobility.
Strategic Planning and Execution
The Director is expected to contribute to long-term IT strategy, including digital transformation, vendor management, and application lifecycle governance.
Stakeholder Collaboration
Strong communication and collaboration skills are required to work with HRBPs, finance, and senior leadership on initiatives like job mapping, budgeting, and project prioritization.
These are beneficial but not mandatory:
Managed Service Provider (MSP) Experience
While not a dealbreaker, familiarity with MSP environments is considered a plus, especially for infrastructure oversight.
Software Development Exposure
A background in software development can be helpful, particularly when collaborating with Enterprise Apps and DevOps teams.
AI and Automation Awareness
Understanding how AI can be applied in IT operations, such as predictive analytics or intelligent automation, is increasingly valuable.
Inclusive Leadership
Experience fostering inclusive teams and supporting diversity in tech environments is a growing expectation for leadership roles.
Business Etiquette and Communication
Especially in cross-cultural settings like India-US collaboration, polished communication and professional etiquette are advantageou s .