IT Manager - AI Integration (EdTech Industry)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced IT Manager with strong expertise in AI integration to lead our technology initiatives in the EdTech sector. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in managing IT infrastructure, cloud solutions and software development while driving AI-powered innovations that enhance learning experiences, optimize operations and support scalable growth.

This role requires a blend of technical leadership, strategic thinking and hands-on expertise in AI, with a deep understanding of EdTech platforms, data security and learner-centric technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• AI Strategy & Integration
• Identify, evaluate, and implement AI-driven tools to enhance personalized learning, assessments and content delivery.
• Collaborate with product and academic teams to embed AI features into EdTech solutions.
• Explore automation opportunities to improve efficiency in operations, student support and analytics.
• Technology Management
• Oversee IT infrastructure, cloud services, and integrations across LMS, CRMs and digital learning platforms.
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of all EdTech platforms.
• Lead the implementation of data-driven dashboards, reporting systems and predictive analytics.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration
• Manage IT engineers, developers and data specialists to deliver AI-driven solutions.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (Product, Content, Academic, Sales) to align IT strategy with business goals.
• Partner with external vendors and AI solution providers.
• Cybersecurity & Compliance
• Ensure data security, GDPR compliance and student privacy in all platforms.
• Implement robust policies for data storage, backup and recovery.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
• Keep abreast of emerging EdTech trends, AI applications and new technologies.
• Drive innovation initiatives, pilot AI tools and evaluate their impact.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 7+ years of IT management experience with at least 3 years in EdTech or digital learning platforms.
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML tools, NLP, LLMs (Large Language Models) and automation frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of LMS systems (Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard or custom solutions).
• Expertise in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) and API-based integrations.
• Proven experience in data security, compliance, and privacy regulations.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving and project management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in deploying AI tutors, chatbots or recommendation engines for EdTech.
• Familiarity with student analytics platforms and adaptive learning technologies.
• Certification in AI/ML, Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP) or ITIL.
• Understanding of GenAI (Generative AI) and its applications in education.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹100,000.00 - ₹125,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person