Technology Leader - Performance Engineering & Observability

About the Opportunity : A fast-growing technology consulting organization specializing in Performance Engineering, Observability, Scalability, Reliability, and Digital Quality Assurance is looking for a Technology Leader to drive complex enterprise transformation initiatives.The role demands a hands-on technology leader who can architect solutions, solve critical performance challenges, mentor teams, and build scalable practices while partnering with enterprise CIOs and business leaders.Location : MumbaiKey Responsibilities : Project Delivery & Technology Leadership : - Lead and successfully deliver complex Performance Engineering, Observability, and Digital Quality Assurance engagements.- Drive project execution through effective stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and outcome-driven delivery.- Provide deep technical guidance on performance, scalability, reliability, and architecture-related challenges.- Support account entry strategies and create downstream business opportunities within client engagements.Practice Development & Scaling : - Build and scale a high-performing Performance Engineering practice.- Design and launch new service offerings, frameworks, accelerators, and solutions.- Drive workforce planning, capability development, and resource optimization.- Improve project profitability through automation, reusable IPs, and optimal skill utilization.Client Engagement & Advisory : - Act as a trusted advisor to CIOs, CTOs, and senior technology leaders.- Build long-term client relationships across pre-sales and post-sales engagements.- Deliver exceptional customer experience and ensure high client satisfaction.- Drive customer advocacy and establish long-term strategic partnerships.Business Growth & Pre-Sales : - Support business development initiatives through solutioning, proposal creation, and technical presentations.- Lead Proof of Concepts (POCs) and convert opportunities into long-term engagements.- Contribute to thought leadership initiatives that enhance market positioning and brand visibility.- Collaborate with sales teams to win strategic opportunities.Innovation & Thought Leadership : - Identify emerging technology trends and create innovative solutions for enterprise challenges.- Develop automation frameworks and intellectual property assets.- Publish technical papers, blogs, and industry insights.- Build organizational capability through innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.Coaching & Team Development : - Mentor engineers, architects, and consultants on performance engineering best practices.- Conduct technical reviews and provide guidance on complex projects.- Build organization-wide capabilities in architecture, performance optimization, and observability.- Support career development and continuous learning across teams.Required Skills & Experience : Core Technical Expertise : - Extensive experience in Application Performance Engineering, Application Performance Management (APM), and Quality Assurance.- Strong expertise in Java/J2EE-based enterprise applications.- Proven experience troubleshooting and resolving performance, scalability, and reliability issues in large-scale enterprise environments.- Deep understanding of Non-Functional Requirements (NFRs) and enterprise architecture.Observability & Monitoring : - Hands-on experience with observability and APM platforms such as : 1. Dynatrace2. AppDynamics- Ability to design executive-level dashboards and performance monitoring strategies.Architecture & Cloud : - Experience defining and implementing end-to-end architecture for large-scale real-time systems.- Expertise in architecture reviews, risk assessments, scalability analysis, and performance optimization.- Strong hands-on experience with cloud environments, preferably : 1. AWS2. Microsoft AzurePerformance Testing & Capacity Engineering : - Experience leading performance testing initiatives using : 1. Apache JMeter2. Gatling3. LoadRunner- Strong understanding of : 1. Workload modelling2. Performance benchmarking3. Capacity planning4. Monitoring strategy designData & Platform Technologies : - Experience with : 1. Apache Kafka2. Apache Storm3. Apache Hadoop4. Apache SparkDatabase Technologies : - Hands-on experience with : 1. Oracle2. Microsoft SQL Server3. MySQL4. Cassandra5. MongoDBProgram & Stakeholder Management : - Experience managing large technology programs.- Strong governance, risk management, stakeholder management, and executive communication skills.- Ability to engage effectively with CXO-level stakeholders.Preferred Profile : - Entrepreneurial or intrapreneurial mindset with experience building teams and technology practices from the ground up.- Strong consultative and solution-oriented approach.- Proven track record of influencing technology strategy and business outcomes.- Experience working in complex enterprise IT environments.- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.- Ability to thrive in high-growth, fast-paced environments.Why Join?- Opportunity to lead high-impact enterprise transformation programs.- Exposure to large-scale digital, cloud, and performance engineering initiatives.- Ability to shape technology strategy, build practices, and influence business growth.- Platform to drive innovation, thought leadership, and organizational capability development. 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