Lead Technology Consultant

Job Description

Lead Technology Consultant / Product Manager Government Digital Transformation

Location

India (Delhi NCR preferred) | Travel to client locations across India as required

Experience

11-14 years

Employment Type

Full-Time

Role Overview

The candidate will play a key role in driving technology strategy, product management, solution design, stakeholder engagement, program governance, and implementation oversight for complex government transformation projects. The role requires a strong combination of technology expertise, consulting capabilities, and public sector project experience.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (B.Tech/BE) & Master's degree in Engineering (M.Tech/ME) OR Master's degree in Engineering (M.Tech/ME)
• MBA / PGDM from a recognized institution OR
• Equivalent professional qualification

Experience Requirements

Essential

• 11-14 years of experience in Technology Consulting, Product Management, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Solutions, or IT Advisory.
• Experience working on at least 3-4 large government digital transformation programs.
• Experience working with Central Government ministries, State Governments, regulatory bodies, public sector enterprises, or multilateral-funded programs.
• Proven experience in one or more of:
• Product Management
• Technology Consulting
• Solution Architecture
• Enterprise Transformation
• Program Management
• Digital Governance

Preferred Government Sector Experience

Experience in one or more sectors:

• Health & Digital Health
• Education & Skill Development
• Smart Cities
• Public Finance & Revenue
• Agriculture
• Rural Development
• Citizen Services
• Digital Public Infrastructure
• Regulatory Technology
• e-Governance Platforms

Technical Competencies

The candidate should demonstrate expertise in several of the following:

Digital Transformation

• Digital Strategy & Roadmaps
• Business Process Re-engineering
• Operating Model Design
• Change Management

Product & Platform Management

• Product Lifecycle Management
• Agile/Scrum Methodologies
• User Journey Design
• Requirements Management

Technology & Architecture

• Solution Architecture
• Cloud Technologies
• Integration & APIs
• Data Platforms
• Analytics & Dashboards
• Cybersecurity Fundamentals
• Emerging Technologies (AI/ML, GenAI, Digital Public Infrastructure)

Project Delivery

• PMO and Governance
• Vendor Management
• Risk Management
• Quality Assurance
• Procurement Advisory

Desired Skills

• Strong consulting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to prepare executive-level presentations and reports.
• Experience in drafting RFPs, DPRs, concept notes, and strategy documents.
• Strong analytical and structuring skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environments.

Preferred Certifications

Any of the following would be advantageous:

• PMP / PRINCE2
• Scrum Master / Product Owner
• TOGAF
• ITIL
• AWS / Azure / Google Cloud Certifications
• Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)

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Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Digital Transformation

• Advise government departments on digital transformation strategies, technology modernization, and service delivery improvements.
• Develop digital roadmaps, enterprise transformation strategies, and implementation plans.
• Support formulation of policies, frameworks, and technology governance models.
• Assess existing systems and recommend future-state architectures and transformation initiatives.

Product Management & Business Consulting

• Define product vision, roadmap, and implementation strategy for digital platforms.
• Gather and prioritize business requirements from multiple stakeholders.
• Translate functional and policy requirements into technology solutions.
• Define KPIs, adoption metrics, and business outcomes.

Solution Design & Technology Advisory

• Lead solution architecture discussions for enterprise platforms and digital ecosystems.
• Evaluate technology options and recommend fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Guide preparation of DPRs, RFPs, bid documents, technical specifications, and evaluation criteria.
• Review proposed solutions for scalability, security, interoperability, and sustainability.

Program & Project Management

• Manage end-to-end lifecycle of government digital transformation programs.
• Track project timelines, risks, dependencies, budgets, and milestones.
• Coordinate between government departments, implementation partners, system integrators, and internal teams.
• Establish governance structures and reporting mechanisms.

Stakeholder Management

• Engage with Secretaries, Joint Secretaries, Mission Directors, CEOs of government agencies, and senior officials.
• Facilitate workshops, consultations, and decision-making forums.
• Build consensus across technical, business, and policy stakeholders.

Vendor & Implementation Oversight

• Support procurement processes and vendor evaluations.
• Monitor implementation progress and ensure adherence to requirements.
• Review deliverables, conduct quality assurance, and ensure successful project outcomes.