Job Description:
Position: Manager - Automation Architect
Business -Future of experience
Location: Bangalore
Highly accomplished and results-driven professional with 15+ years of experience in developing, implementing, and managing innovative self-service and automation solutions leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI). Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, optimize product development processes, and drive significant improvements in efficiency, cost reduction, and user experience.
Strong team management skills with a focus on clear communication, motivation, and conflict resolution. Passionate about leveraging AI to transform PLM and empower organizations through intelligent automation.
Role and Responsibilities
This role requires a strong understanding of AI technologies, automation tools, and a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results.
Customer/stakeholder focus:
Strong customer focus and a passion to develop and lead teams.
Facilitate and own communication among internal and external stakeholders.
Drive and co-ordinate among technical resources for faster restoration of services, resolution and root cause analysis.
Monitor the effectiveness of implemented solutions and make adjustments as needed.
People focus:
Hire, Train and develop team to deliver business outcomes.
Demonstrate strong people management skills.
Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
Ability to work with cross functional groups to deliver results.
Resolve conflicts and address team issues promptly and effectively.
Staffing and capacity planning.
Business Focus:
Develop and execute the strategic roadmap for AI and automation within the support & services functions, aligning with overall business objectives.
Identify opportunities to leverage AI and automation to improve product development processes, reduce costs, and enhance user experience.
Ensure all AI and automation initiatives comply with relevant regulations and industry standards.
Monitor the effectiveness of implemented solutions and make adjustments as needed.
Skills:
Knowledge about AI and traditional ML models – architecture, infrastructure, framework.
Data analytics – models, tools, understanding and interpretation
Strong project management skills
Understanding APIs and modern-stack application technologies is also beneficial
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
15+ years of overall experience; with minimum 7 years of experience as a people manager in the relevant domain.
The successful candidate will demonstrate and be a role model for the values of the "Juniper Way" - Be Bold, Build Trust, Deliver Excellence.
Juniper Networks is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform important job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us for more information.
ABOUT JUNIPER NETWORKS
Juniper Networks is in the business of network innovation. From devices to data centers, from consumers to cloud providers, Juniper Networks delivers the software, silicon and systems that transform the experience and economics of networking. Our products and technology run the world's largest and most demanding networks today, enabling service providers, enterprises, and governments to create value and accelerate business success. Everyday our 9,000+ colleagues come together across 46 countries to realize our company vision - Connect Everything, Empower Everyone. We are innovating in ways that empower our customers, our partners and ultimately, everyone, in a connected world. These customers include the top 130 global service providers, 96 of the Fortune 100 and hundreds of public sector organizations.
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