Technical Manager

Technical Manager – is responsible for exploring, validating, and implementing innovative digital solutions at Bangalore Airport. Key responsibilities include identifying suitable technologies, estimating costs and efforts, conducting proof of concepts (PoCs), preparing RFPs, evaluating solutions, and selecting the right partners. The candidate will provide technical guidance, ensure successful implementation, and collaborate with teams to drive innovation, solve challenges, and deliver high-quality results.

The Technical Manager will work closely with business teams to understand operational needs, propose technology solutions, and engage with partners to bring innovations into the airport ecosystem. Responsibilities include developing target architectures, validating designs, and ensuring implementations adhere to best practices and security standards. This role also requires monitoring project progress, aligning with business objectives, and providing updates to leadership.

Accountabilities

Major Activities

End-to-End Project Management

RFP Preparation and support procurement

Identification & Evaluation of Emerging Technologies

• Monitor industry trends (e.g., smart airports, AI/ML, IoT, robotics, digital twins, biometrics)
• Engage with vendors, startups, and OEMs to explore new technology solutions
• Shortlist and prioritize potential technologies based on strategic fit, maturity, and business need
• Prepare internal presentations, research briefs, and value assessments for shortlisted technologies

Conduct Proof of Concepts (PoCs)

• Test the feasibility and impact of new technologies before full-scale implementation.
• Define scope, success criteria, and testing plans for PoCs
• Coordinate PoC execution with internal and external stakeholders
• Evaluate performance, usability, scalability, and integration capability
• Document findings, challenges, and outcomes in PoC reports for leadership review

Architecture Development and Validation

• Research Emerging Technologies, Prepare target architecture
• Define high-level architecture models in collaboration with architecture, operations and security teams   
• Develop reference and target architectures, validate designs, and ensure compliance with best practices and enterprise standards.

Application Development & Delivery

Collaboration with Internal and External Stakeholders

Financial

• Renewal of AMCs and Licenses
• CAPEX & OPEX Budgeting
• Planning and Project Execution
• Cost management

Non-Financial

• NA

4.1.  Education qualification and certifications

• M.C.A. / B.E. / B. Tech Degree in IT with relevant experience.

4.2. Years of Experience  

• 7 - 10 years of total experience

• Experience in technology leadership roles, focusing on innovation and emerging technologies.
• Hands-on experience with emerging technology platforms and frameworks.
• Understanding of regulatory and ethical considerations related to new technologies.
• Experience with rapid prototyping, proof-of-concept development, implementation, and agile methodologies
• Experience in managing third-party vendors, technology partners, and internal teams to ensure successful technology solution delivery.

4.3. Computer skills

• Programming & Scripting: experience in any current leading programming language and scripting 

• Cloud Platforms & Data Tools: Experience with AWS, Azure,
• Strong understanding of Emerging Technologies: Example: AI technologies, Blockchain, IoT, AR/VR , Quantum Computing
• Project management experience, with proficiency in Agile, Scrum, or traditional project management methodologies.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaboration with internal and external teams, vendors, and industry experts
• Technical Writing: Preparing RFPs, Documentation, White Papers
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Innovation & Research: Continuous learning and adoption of new technologies

4.4. Knowledge and work skills

• Good understanding of IT infrastructure, including servers, networking, cloud platforms, and infrastructure security
• Cybersecurity: Knowledge in Application security, Data security, Infrastructure & Network Security, Identity & Access Management,
• DevSecOps & Security: Knowledge of DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, application and infrastructure security controls and best practices.
• Knowledge on
• Exposure to data governance and regulatory frameworks.
• Maintenance & Support: Experience in system maintenance, troubleshooting, and providing ongoing support