Job Title : R&D Manager – Telecom Domain
Department : Research & Development
Location : Navi Mumbai
Experience : 10+ years in product development, including 3+ years in a leadership or managerial role
Employment Type : Full-Time
Job Summary :
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic R&D Manager to lead and oversee the development of advanced software products in the Telecom / Lawful Interception domain. The candidate should have a strong background in C / C++ / Java / Python, a deep understanding of telecom protocols and systems, and proven experience in managing technical teams and product life cycles from concept to deployment.
Key Responsibilities :
Lead the R&D / product development team for the design, development, and delivery of high-performance telecom solutions.
- Drive the product roadmap, feature definition, and delivery timelines in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Manage the entire product life cycle, including requirement analysis, architecture design, development, testing, deployment, and support.
- Ensure adherence to software engineering best practices, coding standards, and quality assurance processes.
- Engage with customers and business teams to understand market needs and translate them into technical requirements.
- Continuously evaluate emerging technologies and propose innovation opportunities aligned with the company's goals.
- Guide and mentor a team of software engineers and technical leads, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
- Coordinate with QA, DevOps, and support teams for smooth delivery and maintenance.
- Prepare project documentation, progress reports, and presentations for senior management.
Technical Skills :
Strong programming expertise in C / C++ / Java, and / or Python.Deep understanding of Telecom protocols (e.G., SIP, RTP, SS7, IMS, VoIP, LTE, 5G, etc.).Familiarity with network architectures and telecom product.Experience with Linux-based development, multi-threading, and performance optimization.Knowledge of software architecture, system integration, and scalable solutions.Exposure to Agile / Scrum methodologies and tools like Jira, Confluence, Git, Jenkins, etc.Qualifications :
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Electronics & Communication, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in software / product development, preferably in the telecom or networking industry.At least 3 years of experience in team management or project / product leadership roles.Strong analytical, communication, and decision-making skillsExperience in customer interaction, pre-sales support, and product demonstrations is a plus.Preferred Attributes :
Experience working with geographically distributed teams.Strong problem-solving attitude with the ability to handle ambiguity in requirements.