Engineering Jobs in Watchung

Program Dates: May 27th through August 7th

About Wakefern

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite, Price Rite, The Fresh Grocer, Dearborn Markets, Fairway Markets, Gourmet Garage, and Morton Williams banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern's co-operative members benefit from the company's extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best in class procurement practices.

About You

As more real estate opportunities present themselves due to the ever-changing market in the Mid-Atlantic area, Wakefern, in conjunction with our Members, is investing in many new stores and remodel projects. Additionally, as Wakefern grows to meet these needs, our facilities also need to be expanded and re-configured to accommodate this growth.

This internship position is a great opportunity for a student majoring in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or other related fields to gain hands-on experience working with Wakefern's Engineering Division. In this position, the intern will assist the Engineering team in project management in our Retail Engineering Design Department.

Responsibilities:

Facilities Engineering / Design and Construction

• Assist Engineering in preparation of plans using AutoCAD
• Assist Engineering Personnel in surveys of existing sites and stores to verify existing conditions
• Assist in drafting of remodels or new sites, including parking lots and stores
• Coordinate scanning of existing paper drawings into electronic files
• Visit new sites to determine best layout for building, parking and truck docks as well as truck paths through the site.

Requirements:

• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word and PowerPoint). Some Experience with AutoCAD or other CAD file Software required
• Valid driver's license and flexibility with regard to travel required
• Strong interpersonal, analytical and customer service skills with the ability to multitask and manage time effectively
• Excellent communication skills (written, oral and presentation)
• Ability to exhibit proper business etiquette when dealing with all levels of the organization
• Detail oriented, analytical and the ability to work in a team environment
• 5 days on site - no remote work
• Various projects as assigned

What we are looking for

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have completed 24 college credits with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or better
• Will be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate school for fall
• Successful completion of a substance abuse test is required
• Successful completion of a background check is required
• Reliable transportation is required
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and customer service skills with the ability to multitask and manage time effectively
• Excellent communication skills (written, oral, and presentation)
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required)
• Ability to exhibit proper business etiquette when dealing with all levels of the organization
• Previous work experience in a retail environment is beneficial
• Must have flexibility with regard to schedule which can include coverage for a 7-day work week, weekends, holidays, vacations and peak volume weeks (interns will work 40 hours per week)

Company Perks

• Vibrant Food Centric Culture
• Corporate Training and Development University
• Collaborative Team Environment
• Educational Workshops
• Networking Opportunities
• Volunteer Opportunities

Compensation and Benefits:

First year Facilities Engineering Interns will be paid at $17.00 per hour. Master Students and Returning Wakefern Supply Chain/Logistic Interns will be paid at $19.00 per hour. Interns are not eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match & annual company contribution, paid time off and holidays.

Job Title: Senior Director – Electrical Engineering

Location: Union, NJ (Hybrid)

Job Timings: Full-time, Onsite

Reports To: Executive Leadership (CEO / COO)

Role Summary

The Senior Director of Electrical Engineering provides strategic, technical, and people leadership across low- and medium-voltage electrical engineering. This role owns engineering standards, design quality, technical risk management, and capability development, while scaling teams and processes to support growth, speed, and margin improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Leadership

• Set and execute the electrical engineering strategy aligned with business growth, ISO 9001, and product roadmap
• Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing team of senior, mid-level, and junior engineers
• Establish succession planning, skills development, and technical career paths

Technical Excellence

• Own engineering standards, design practices, and technical governance for LV and MV systems
• Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, UL, IEC, ANSI, and customer specifications
• Serve as the final technical authority for complex or high-risk projects

Delivery & Execution

• Partner with Sales, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to deliver projects on time and on margin
• Drive design-for-manufacturability, standardization, and modularization
• Review and approve critical designs, calculations, and deviations

Process & Systems

• Build scalable engineering processes aligned with ISO 9001 and Lean principles
• Leverage ERP, PLM, and digital tools to improve design cycle time and data integrity
• Establish KPIs for quality, rework, cycle time, and engineering utilization

Innovation & Growth

• Lead new product development and technology adoption (e.g., MV gear, E-Houses, Sheltered Aisles)
• Support technical sales, key customer engagements, and strategic pursuits
• Evaluate emerging technologies and vendors to maintain competitive advantage

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred)
• 15+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience in power distribution or switchgear
• 7+ years in senior technical leadership or people management roles

Technical Expertise

• Deep expertise in LV and MV power distribution systems
• Strong knowledge of codes, standards, and certification processes
• Proven experience leading complex, multi-million-dollar projects

Leadership & Business Acumen

• Strong communicator with the ability to translate technical complexity into business impact
• Experience operating in fast-paced, manufacturing-driven environments
• Track record of building teams, improving processes, and delivering results

Success Metrics (First 12–18 Months)

• Improved design cycle time and first-pass quality
• Clear engineering standards and governance in place
• Strong bench of engineering leaders and successors
• Successful delivery of strategic products and complex projects

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer

Reports To: Manager of Application Development

About the Role:

The Senior Software Engineer is a hands-on technical leadership position responsible for designing, building, and maintaining high-quality software solutions. This role emphasizes both individual development work and ownership of design decisions for features and subsystems. Modern tools, including AI-assisted development and architectural support, are leveraged to drive delivery while maintaining accountability for technical outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, test, and maintain scalable, secure, and reliable applications and services.
• Act as a senior technical contributor, with responsibility for the design and implementation of features and subsystems.
• Contribute actively to development tasks, applying advanced coding expertise in several programming languages and frameworks.
• Participate in architectural discussions and support incremental evolution of systems with team leads.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor engineering team members, fostering best practices and ongoing improvement.
• Translate requirements from product owners, business analysts, and stakeholders into technical solutions.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks in assigned systems and projects.
• Support and enhance cloud-based applications (Azure, AWS) with emphasis on performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Collaborate effectively with onshore and offshore teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and new technologies to encourage innovation.
• Utilize AI-assisted tools to expedite design, documentation, and implementation, while ensuring technical quality.
• Lead and support AI-related initiatives, drawing on prior experience with AI/ML technologies; recommend and implement suitable AI tools and frameworks.
• Test and demonstrate emerging AI tools and platforms via proofs of concept (POCs) to highlight business value.
• Guide customers in leveraging AI to optimize business processes; support teams working on business-facing AI efforts.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to contribute to defining an AI roadmap aligned with organizational strategy and technology objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years in a Senior Software Engineer, Lead Developer, or similar role, with proven success delivering production systems.

Required Skills:

• Strong understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, DevOps) and architectural frameworks.
• Proficient in programming languages such as C#, Python; excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Web Development: Experience with modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js).
• Mobile Development: Knowledge of mobile app development tools (e.g., Cordova, Ionic).
• Cloud Development: Experience managing cloud-hosted applications, including Azure Functions and Event Hubs.
• Database Management: Ability to develop and debug stored procedures, views, and tables in SQL Server and MySQL; basic database administration for data integrity and security.
• API Development: Skilled at designing, building, and debugging APIs; experience with RESTful APIs and tools like POSTMAN and SOAPUI.
• DevOps: Designing branching strategies; implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for test automation and deployment.
• Containerization: Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for application development and deployment.
• Security: Understanding of secure coding and application security best practices.

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Effective teamwork, working with cross-functional groups including developers, project managers, and analysts.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make effective decisions under constraints.
• Leadership through mentoring and influencing technical direction.
• Adaptability to new technologies and changing environments.
• Critical thinking in evaluating options and making informed decisions.
• Effective time management across multiple projects.
• Empathy for team and stakeholder perspectives to foster collaboration.

About the Company

Our client is a highly respected real estate developer with over 40 years of experience delivering commercial and high-rise residential projects across the New Jersey market. With a strong track record of quality, innovation, and long-term value creation, they are expanding their residential platform and seeking a talented Construction Manager / Owner’s Representative to join their team

Position Overview

The Construction Manager / Owner’s Representative will play a critical role in overseeing the successful execution of wood-framed multifamily residential developments. Acting as the owner’s on-site and strategic representative, this individual will manage all phases of construction, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This role requires a hands-on professional with deep expertise in wood-framed construction, strong financial and scheduling capabilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the owner’s representative throughout all phases of construction, from pre-construction through project closeout
• Oversee general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure alignment with project goals
• Manage project budgets, track costs, review change orders, and maintain financial controls
• Develop, monitor, and enforce project schedules to ensure timely delivery
• Lead regular site meetings and provide detailed progress reporting to internal stakeholders
• Ensure strict adherence to quality control standards, building codes, and safety requirements
• Review construction documents, identify potential risks, and proactively implement solutions
• Coordinate with internal development, design, and asset management teams
• Support procurement, contract negotiation, and value engineering efforts

Required Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience managing multifamily residential construction projects
• Extensive experience with wood-framed (Type V) apartment construction is required
• Proven ability to manage projects from ground-up through completion
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
• Demonstrated expertise in construction scheduling and sequencing
• Experience implementing and maintaining quality control processes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced development environment

Real Estate Coordinator (Right of Way)

Morristown, NJ

12-Month Contract-to-Hire

We are looking for a detail-oriented Real Estate Coordinator / Right of Way Specialist to support land acquisition and property documentation for major infrastructure and utility projects. This role plays a key part in ensuring projects move forward by supporting the review, management, and coordination of real estate and Right of Way documentation.

You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, environmental consultants, GIS specialists, and Right of Way teams to ensure property records, easements, permits, and agreements are accurate and properly documented.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys research, analysis, and working with property records while contributing to large infrastructure projects.

What You’ll Do

• Review and interpret Right of Way agreements, deeds, easements, leases, permits, and licenses
• Conduct property research and documentation reviews
• Perform rights and restriction analysis related to land use
• Support permitting activities and documentation requirements
• Interpret and track easement agreements and property records
• Transfer Right of Way data into the stakeholder management database
• Perform quality assurance reviews of database entries from field agents
• Compile technical information for the Right of Way project team
• Collaborate with engineering, environmental, GIS, and project management teams
• Participate in public meetings and open houses when needed
• Manage and track multiple projects simultaneously

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience in real estate, land management, or related field
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Experience using spreadsheets and project tracking tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and within cross-functional teams

Preferred (but not required):

• Experience supporting utility, infrastructure, or railroad projects
• Familiarity with Google Earth or construction drawings
• IRWA designation or Right of Way experience

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to manage multiple project tasks in a fast-paced environment

Why This Opportunity?

Work on large-scale infrastructure and utility projects

Collaborate with engineering, environmental, and GIS teams

Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term growth

Be part of projects that support community and infrastructure development

If interest or know someone who could be a fit, please apply or reach out to me directly.

Staff Structural Engineer

Building Structures | PE Required | SE a Plus

We’re partnering with a leading engineering firm in Morristown, NJ that’s growing its structural team. If you’re a Structural Engineer who enjoys owning your designs, working across diverse project types, and using industry‑leading software daily, this is one to explore.

What You’ll Work On

As a Staff Structural Engineer, you’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver world‑class designs for projects across:

• Power & energy
• Industrial & manufacturing
• Healthcare
• Airports & commercial
• Government & mission‑critical facilities

You’ll be involved from concept through construction, helping shape structural solutions that balance safety, performance, and practicality.

Your Day-to-Day

• Structural design and analysis for new builds, alterations, and redevelopments
• Reviewing and modifying drawings in Revit, CAD, and BIM tools
• Designing structural components and systems to meet project requirements
• Conducting field inspections, site visits, measurements, and engineering calculations
• Supporting senior engineers with updates, research, and technical documentation
• Preparing materials for clients, shop drawing reviews, and project meetings

What You’ll Bring

• 4–6 years of structural engineering experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; SE license is a bonus
• Degree in Structural Engineering (BS/MS) from an ABET‑accredited program
• Proficiency with RISA, RAM, ETABS, SAFE, Revit, AutoCAD
• Strong understanding of industry codes, analysis methods, and best practices
• Excellent communication, attention to detail, and technical problem‑solving skills

Software You’ll Use

• RISA, RAM, ETABS, SAFE
• Revit, AutoCAD, Tekla
• Microsoft Office

Why This Role Stands Out

• Opportunity to work on high‑impact, highly varied project types
• Supportive environment with clear progression
• Hands-on involvement from concept to construction
• Strong technical culture with modern tools and workflows

Interested?

If you’d like to learn more, apply now or message me directly. Happy to share the full brief and discuss whether this could be a strong next step in your career.

Kelly Science and Clinical FSP is currently seeking a R&D Support Specialist for a long-term engagement in the US with one of our clients in Summit, New Jersey. This is a hybrid position with 3 days on site weekly.

This person will join our Kelly FSP (Functional Service Provider) division, a managed solution provider and business unit of Kelly Services, Inc. This role is full-time and is offering full benefit options. As a Kelly FSP employee you may be eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and a variety of other benefits to choose from. You may also be eligible for paid time off, including holiday, vacation, and sick/personal time.

Fraudulent Applications: All information provided during the application process will be verified. Misrepresentation of credentials, identity fraud, or use of proxy interviewers will result in immediate disqualification and may be reported to appropriate authorities.

Position Overview:

The R&D Support Specialist role provides comprehensive administrative and operational support for the FEI/Skin Health team, focusing on supplier engagement, financial oversight, and talent acquisition processes. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth procurement, accurate budget and invoice management, and effective coordination of onboarding and recruitment activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Supplier Approval and Onboarding Support:

• Coordinate with new suppliers to ensure timely completion of onboarding documents and compliance forms.
• Serve as a point of contact for suppliers during the approval process, answering queries and resolving issues.
• Maintain detailed records of supplier approvals and contracts – liaise with procurement as needed

Contracting and Purchase Order Management:

• Support the drafting, review, and processing of supplier contracts in collaboration with internal legal and procurement teams.
• Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring proper coding and authorization according to company policies.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding contracts, PO status, and renewals.

Financial Administration and Tracking:

• Collaborate with team leads to maintain the FEI budget within financial management tools.
• Track quarterly invoicing, budget allocations, and identify discrepancies for prompt resolution.
• Prepare routine financial reports and dashboards for management review.

Talent Acquisition Support:

• Assist HR and hiring managers with job postings, resume screening, and interview scheduling.
• Organize panel interviews, coordinate feedback collection, and support onboarding logistics for new hires.

General Administrative Support:

• Handle ad-hoc tasks as needed, including meeting coordination, document preparation, and other operational requests.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or applicable experience in lieu of degree (Business Administration, Finance, Human Resources, Supply Chain Management, or a related field)
• Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Administrative Professional, SHRM-CP) a plus.

Experience Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience in administrative support, procurement, contract management, or financial operations (preferably within a corporate or innovation environment).
• Experience with financial management software and procurement tools required; familiarity with PO processes, system management.
• Prior experience supporting HR/talent acquisition functions is an asset.

Desired Skills and Qualities:

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive attitude – eager to act with urgency to resolve issues, maintain smooth processes, and provide top-tier support to all internal groups.
• Strong teamwork and problem-solving orientation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word); experience with SharePoint and procurement platforms preferred.

LTIMindtree is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity in the workplace. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, family-care status, veteran status, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, military service, handicap or disability or history of handicap or disability, genetic information, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, union affiliation, affectional or sexual orientation or preference, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, except where such considerations are bona fide occupational qualifications permitted by law.

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Role: Java Backend Developer

Location: Berkeley heights, NJ

Job Description:

VisionNext/VisionPlus/Cards or Payments Experience is needed

Java, Spring Boot Microservices with Knowledge on AWS

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize backend services for card payments and transaction systems, ensuring low latency, fault tolerance, and multi-region resiliency.

• Build high-throughput APIs and microservices using modern Java frameworks (Spring Boot, Reactor).

• Collaborate closely with product, architecture, and SRE teams to evolve Vision Next / VisionPLUS services for cloud-native, real-time scalability.

• Use AWS services (ECS, Lambda, RDS, ) to architect resilient, secure, and observable applications.

• Write efficient algorithms for transaction routing, settlement, reconciliation, or fraud-detection modules.

• Contribute to system design sessions and architecture decisions, applying deep reasoning to scalability trade-offs, consistency models, and data partitioning.

• Evaluate and optimize application throughput, concurrency handling, and API lifecycle management across multi-region clusters.

• Implement DevOps and CI/CD automation for build, test, and deployment pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or CodePipeline).

• Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and drive engineering excellence through reusable design patterns.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or related field.

• 7+ years of backend engineering experience in payments, fintech, or high-transaction enterprise systems.

• Strong proficiency with Java / Spring Boot, data structures, algorithms, and system-level design principles.

• Solid understanding of AWS core services and architectural best practices for scalable distributed systems.

• Experience with multi-region, active-active, or near-real-time architectures for payment or settlement systems.

• Deep debugging, profiling, and performance optimization skills in concurrent, distributed environments.

• Strong analytical reasoning and data-driven problem-solving mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in Python programming for backend development and automation.

• Experience with Vision Next or Vision PLUS modules (CMS, ASM, or TRAMS) or other card processor platforms.

• Familiarity with payment rails (Visa, Mastercard, RTP, ACH) and transaction lifecycle management.

• Knowledge of Kafka, Redis, or Aerospike for event-driven processing and caching.

• Exposure to container orchestration (ECS, EKS, or Kubernetes) and observability platforms (Grafana, Datadog, or OpenTelemetry).

• Understanding of PCI-DSS, data encryption, and regulated financial data operations.

LTIMindtree is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity in the workplace. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, family-care status, veteran status, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, military service, handicap or disability or history of handicap or disability, genetic information, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, union affiliation, affectional or sexual orientation or preference, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, except where such considerations are bona fide occupational qualifications permitted by law.

Title : Packaging Engineer

Location : Clark, NJ (Hybrid Role)

Direct Client

Job Description:

JOB PURPOSE

This role will manage transversal PPD development projects including strategic catalog maintenance updates, plant transfers, and new product launches. The position is designed to provide short-term coverage for maternity leave (7 months) with potential opportunity to manage a full product launch from start to finish. The ideal candidate is a seasoned developer with strong leadership skills, strategic agility, and preferably prior client experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and manage project timelines, identifying key tasks and milestones to ensure on-time launches in compliance with client's Quality systems
• Present launch and transversal project reviews; escalate risks to operational and divisional leadership
• Guide Marketing in new innovation briefs to ensure design aligns with Agility, Profitability, and client For the Future (L4TF) initiatives
• Engage Operations and cross-functional stakeholders for project ownership
• Lead project review meetings and resolve roadblocks impacting progress
• Analyze launch viability in terms of cost, timeline, and sustainability
• Drive risk assessment with Operations and R&I partners; track mitigation plans and secure backup options
• Partner with Marketing, Operations, and R&I on harmonization, profitability, and sustainability initiatives
• Manage plant transfers and coordinate feasibility costs, COG analysis, and value analysis support
• Research and develop packaging components; coordinate with R&D
• Provide development support to team members, including guidance on feasibility costing and aesthetic choices
• Coordinate meetings, prepare minutes, and follow up on action items

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Operations, or related technical discipline required
• Minimum 7 years of experience in package/product development and project management (cosmetics, consumer goods, or related field preferred)
• Technical packaging experience a plus
• Experience developing products for global markets preferred
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams to move projects forward
• Collaborative, team-oriented, and able to build strong cross-functional relationships
• Proficient in Microsoft 365
• Must be onsite as this is an essential function of the position

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Prior client experience strongly preferred (contractor or ex-employee, subject to HR approval)
• Experience managing product launches end-to-end
• Familiarity with systems and processes (Wildware, QCP, etc.)

Job Title: Technical Project Manager

Work Location: Basking Ridge, NJ (Hybrid/Onsite)

Contract duration: 6+ Months

Visa Independent Only

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Project Manager with 15+ years of experience to lead critical initiatives in Packet Broker systems for a Tier-1 telecom client. The ideal candidate will possess a strong balance of technical depth (Java/J2EE, architecture), AI/ML lifecycle expertise, and proven delivery leadership in large-scale, mission critical telecom environments.

• This role requires onsite presence at the Verizon Basking Ridge, NJ office, and the ability to manage complex, high-visibility programs with multiple stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Delivery Management

• Lead end-to-end delivery of Packet Broker–related programs, including planning, execution, monitoring, and release management.

• Manage scope, schedule, budget, risks, dependencies, and quality across multiple engineering teams.

• Delivery - ensuring committed milestones are met with predictable outcomes.

• Act as the single point of accountability for client communication, status reporting, and escalation management.

Technical & Architecture Leadership

• Provide Technical oversight for the project

• Review system designs for scalability, performance, security, and regulatory compliance.

• Guide development teams with hands-on expertise in Java/J2EE, microservices, APIs, and distributed systems.

• Collaborate with solution architects to evolve the target-state architecture and reduce technical debt.

AI / Intelligent Automation Enablement

• Drive adoption of AI-enabled solutions across the delivery lifecycle, including:

• AI/ML lifecycle management

• NLP and LLM-based use cases (automation, analytics, decision support)

• Tool evaluation, integration, and governance

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Partner closely with client leadership, product owners, engineering teams, and vendors.

• Manage expectations in a high-pressure, production-critical environment.

• Provide executive-level dashboards, metrics, and insights to leadership.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor global onshore/offshore teams.

• Foster a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Support hiring, onboarding, and performance management for critical roles.

Mandatory Skills & Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in technical project / program management.

• Strong domain experience in Telecom systems.

• Architecture skills for large-scale distributed systems.

• Hands-on Java & J2EE experience (Spring, microservices, REST APIs, UI technologies – React JS ).

• Solid understanding of AI/ML, NLP, LLMs, including lifecycle and tooling.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Background

• Prior experience in Nokia, Samsung, Ericsson, Cisco, Ciena, or FAANG product organizations.

• Experience working directly with Verizon or Tier 1 telecom operators.

• Exposure to cloud-native platforms, containers, CI/CD pipelines.

• Experience managing programs with strict SLAs and regulatory requirements.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

• PMP / SAFe / Agile certifications

• Cloud or Architecture certifications

• AI/ML-related certifications (good to have)