Senior Delivery Manager

Ciklum is looking for a Senior Delivery Manager to join our team full-time in India.

We are a custom product engineering company that supports both multinational organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business challenges. With a global team of over 4,000 highly skilled developers, consultants, analysts and product owners, we engineer technology that redefines industries and shapes the way people live.

About the role :

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Delivery Manager to spearhead our large-scale Internet of Things (IoT) and connected hardware initiatives. In this critical role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of integrated solutions that span hardware, firmware, connectivity, and cloud services. You will manage a multi-disciplinary team of over 30 professionals, serving as the central point of leadership between clients, engineering teams, and executive stakeholders.

Your deep technical understanding of the hardware development lifecycle, IoT architectures, and firmware development, combined with your expertise in Agile methodologies, will be essential for navigating the complexities of connected product development and ensuring project success..

Responsibilities :

• Project & Delivery Management :
• Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and successful delivery of complex IoT projects, from hardware prototyping to production and software deployment
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, roadmaps, budgets, and timelines, ensuring alignment with client objectives and business goals
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to supply chain, manufacturing, certification, and technology integration
• Oversee the creation of key project documentation, including SOWs, project charters, and status reports for complex hardware / software programs
• Team Leadership & Mentoring :
• Directly manage, mentor, and lead a large, cross-functional team of 30+ members, including hardware engineers, firmware developers, cloud specialists, QA, and support specialists
• Foster a high-performance, collaborative team culture that balances the demands of both hardware and software development cycles
• Conduct resource planning, allocation, and performance management to optimize team efficiency and professional growth
• Agile & Scrum Leadership :
• Act as a servant leader and Scrum Master, adapting Agile principles for a hybrid hardware / software environment
• Facilitate key ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, and Retrospectives, ensuring clear communication and progress tracking
• Maintain and prioritize project backlogs in Jira, ensuring transparency across all technical disciplines
• Technical Oversight & Strategy :
• Provide strategic guidance by leveraging a strong understanding of the end-to-end hardware development lifecycle (from PCB design and prototyping, and manufacturing)
• Lead technical discussions on IoT architecture, including device connectivity (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth / BLE), communication protocols (e.g., MQTT), and cloud integration
• Oversee firmware development processes, ensuring robust, secure, and over-the-air (OTA) updatable device software
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and software architects to ensure seamless integration across the entire solution stack

Requirements :

Desirable :

What`s in it for you

About us :

At Ciklum, we are always exploring innovations, empowering each other to achieve more, and engineering solutions that matter. With us, you'll work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and be part of a One Team culture that values collaboration and progress.

India is a strategic innovation hub for Ciklum, with growing teams in Chennai and Pune leading advancements in EdgeTech, AR / VR, IoT, and beyond. Join us to collaborate on game-changing solutions and take your career to the next level.

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Skills Required

Cloud Integration, Rtos, Mqtt, Bluetooth, C, Agile Methodologies, Firmware Development, Pcb Design, Jira, Iot, Prototyping, Scrum, Ble