Chief Delivery Officer

Required Skills and Experience :

Proven Technical and Delivery Leadership

20+ years of experience in

digital engineering, IT services, or related industries,

with a minimum of 10 years in a

senior leadership

capacity.

Strong expertise in managing delivery operations for

Java, .NET, Data Science, Data Engineering, Quality Engineering, UI / UX Practices, and Cloud Technologies.

Location :

Hyderabad OR Bangalore

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership and Delivery Management

Define and execute a

delivery strategy aligned with the organisation’s mission and growth vision,

ensuring operational excellence and measurable business outcomes.

Oversee the

end-to-end delivery lifecycle,

ensuring projects are completed

on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Establish and refine best-in-class delivery frameworks, methodologies (Agile, SAFe), and governance models to drive consistent and predictable project outcomes.

Align delivery strategies with evolving industry trends such as

AI / ML, IoT, Cloud-Native Platforms, 5G,

and ensure seamless integration across technology domains.

Hands-On Technical Oversight and Delivery Excellence

Provide

hands-on technical leadership

when required, ensuring seamless delivery of complex projects across

Java, .NET, Data Science, Data Engineering, Quality Engineering, and UI practices.

Foster a culture of

agility and innovation

by driving the adoption of modern

DevOps practices, CI / CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud-native architectures.

Implement data-driven decision-making by leveraging project performance analytics and real-time insights to improve efficiency, mitigate risks, and optimize delivery.

People Leadership and Team Empowerment

Lead, mentor, and empower a high-performance delivery organization comprising

project managers, technical leads, delivery managers, and domain experts.

Build a culture of

continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration

by providing ongoing training and upskilling to team members.

Encourage a

hands-on approach to problem-solving

and ensure that delivery teams stay ahead of evolving technology landscapes and best practices.

Client Relationship Management and Business Alignment

Collaborate closely with

clients, sales, and account management teams

to understand client needs, gather requirements, and ensure alignment of delivery strategies with business objectives.

Act as the primary escalation point for delivery-related issues, ensuring that client concerns are addressed promptly and effectively.

Drive

customer satisfaction and retention

by maintaining proactive communication, ensuring business impact, and delivering high-value solutions.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

Foster a culture of

continuous improvement

by driving process optimization, leveraging AI-powered insights, and incorporating client feedback into the delivery process.

Champion

emerging technologies such as AI / ML, IoT, and Blockchain

to create innovative solutions that drive competitive advantage and operational efficiency.

Lead initiatives to automate repetitive tasks, improve project governance, and enhance the overall delivery maturity of the organization.

Revenue and Profitability Management

Own the

P&L for the delivery function,

ensuring that financial targets are met while balancing cost control and value delivery.

Identify opportunities to

optimize margins

through resource allocation, project prioritization, and efficient delivery processes.

Collaborate with finance and operations teams to ensure accurate forecasting, budget management, and profitability tracking.

Representation and Thought Leadership

Represent the organization in

client meetings, industry forums, and technology conferences,

showcasing the company’s expertise in digital transformation and innovation.

Act as a

trusted advisor

to client leadership teams, providing insights on emerging technology trends and their business implications.

Strengthen the organisations’ brand as a delivery powerhouse by contributing to thought leadership content, case studies, and whitepapers.

Enterprise-Scale Project Management

Demonstrated proficiency in

project management methodologies (Agile, SAFe, PMI, ITIL, etc.)

and governance frameworks.

Extensive experience managing

large-scale, multi-platform delivery portfolios,

ensuring scalability, security, and operational excellence.

Cloud-Native and DevOps Expertise

Hands-on experience in designing and delivering solutions across

AWS, Azure, and GCP platforms.

Knowledge of

CI / CD pipelines, microservices, containers, Kubernetes, and API management

for cloud-native applications.

Data Engineering and AI / ML Competency

Deep understanding of

big data platforms, data pipelines, and analytics frameworks

to deliver AI / ML-driven insights.

Strong background in integrating

AI models, IoT platforms,

and data engineering pipelines into enterprise solutions.

Client-Focused and Business Acumen

Proven success in managing

client relationships,

handling escalations, and aligning delivery outcomes with client business objectives.

Ability to articulate

technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

and present solutions with measurable business impact.

P&L Management and Financial Acumen

Experience in managing delivery budgets, ensuring

financial accountability,

and driving profitability across delivery functions.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to

balance operational efficiency and growth.

Preferred Certifications :

PMP, PMI-ACP, or PRINCE2

AWS Certified Solutions Architect / Azure Solutions Architect Expert / Google Cloud Certified

ITIL, SAFe, or TOGAF certifications are a plus

Education :

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in

Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related fields.

MBA or an advanced degree in a technical or management discipline is a plus.