Manager

Manager - Automation Design (Grade 10)

Location : Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

What is the expected career path for this role? :

From day one, you will be expected to take complete ownership and independently lead multiple high-impact, complex automation projects, navigating ambiguity from concept to scalable execution.

You will be a key technical thought leader, influencing the team's technical roadmap and architectural decisions. You will be responsible for translating complex business challenges into robust, AI-first digital solutions for our supply chain.

In the long term, you will be expected to mentor junior engineers, define new strategic charters for automation, and represent the team in senior leadership forums, driving innovation that sets industry benchmarks.

About the Role :

Are you passionate about architecting solutions that redefine the future of e-commerce? As a Specialist in our Supply Chain Digital Automation team, you will be the driving force behind our next generation of AI-first enterprise web applications. You will own the architectural design, development, and delivery of mission-critical digital solutions that make Flipkart’s supply chain the most intelligent and efficient in India. You will work in a high-visibility role, collaborating with principal engineers, product leaders, and business heads to translate strategic objectives into technical reality, directly impacting millions of customers.

About the team :

Flipkart is making eCommerce happen in India. Supply chain is the backbone of the Flipkart ecosystem, and the Digital Automation team is its brain. We are tasked with a clear mission : make our supply chain smarter, faster, and more cost-effective through technology. This is

not a people manager role

but is a position of significant technical leadership.

We customize and create cutting-edge technologies, designing and deploying bespoke solutions across our vast network. Our team thrives on exploration and innovation, operating with a flat, highly collaborative structure. We work hand-in-glove with design, operations, product, and technology teams to drive projects from a simple idea to a scaled, robust reality. We pride ourselves on rapid prototyping and launching products with unprecedented velocity.

At Flipkart, high focus on Impact and Ownership allows for the freedom to experiment and innovate. The automation DNA requires one to take calculated risks, tread on unknown territory, and drive tangible business impact. Our team has created many patented technologies and India-First digital solutions, and we're just getting started. The ability to see your contribution impact the lives of your friends and family across India is an experience that is uniquely gratifying.

You are Responsible for :

Architecting, designing, and delivering robust, scalable, and maintainable end-to-end digital automation solutions.

Owning the entire SDLC for multiple projects simultaneously, from technical design and coding to deployment and tracking success metrics like adoption, reliability, and accuracy.

Leading technical discussions, driving consensus on architectural decisions, and setting the standard for code quality and engineering best practices within the team.

Mentoring and providing technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Proactively identifying and solving complex technical and business problems with minimal supervision, turning ambiguous requirements into concrete action plans.

Collaborating with senior stakeholders to define project roadmaps and align technical strategy with overarching business goals.

To succeed in this role – you should have the following :

Bachelor's / Master's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

4-6 years

of proven experience in building and deploying enterprise-grade web applications and distributed systems.

Expertise in one or more general-purpose programming languages such as Java, Python, Go, or similar.

Demonstrable experience in

designing and building scalable, fault-tolerant systems .

Strong track record of

leading complex technical projects

from ideation to launch, especially in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.

Solid experience in applying

AI / ML concepts

to solve real-world business problems.

Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.

Proven ability to mentor and lead other engineers technically.

Prior experience in an

e-commerce, retail, or supply chain environment

is a significant advantage.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Willingness to travel as needed.