Vice President of Technology

JOB DESCRIPTIONJob Title: VP of TechnologyTotal Experience: 20+ YearsReporting to: CTOJob Location: Pune(Hybrid)About the RoleAcademian is seeking a senior technology executive to serve as the company's technology leader in India and strategic partner to the CTO.This role will be responsible for defining and executing Academian's technology vision, enterprise architecture strategy, AI platform roadmap, engineering standards, and innovation agenda across internal products, client solutions, and emerging AI initiatives.The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in enterprise architecture, AI-native application development, cloud platforms, software engineering leadership, and technology transformation. The individual will act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, support strategic client engagements, and establish technology capabilities that enable Academian's long-term growth.This role will drive architecture governance, AI engineering excellence, platform modernization, and technical innovation while mentoring the next generation of architects and engineering leaders.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with the CTO to define and execute Academian's technology, architecture, and AI strategy, ensuring alignment with business growth, product innovation, and client needs.Own enterprise architecture and technical governance across all products, platforms, AI solutions, and client-facing systems, establishing scalable and reusable technology standards.Lead the design and delivery of AI-first solutions, including Generative AI, Agentic AI, RAG architectures, intelligent automation, and domain-specific AI platforms.Drive engineering excellence and platform modernization through cloud-native architectures, microservices, DevOps, observability, automation, and reliability engineering practices.Serve as the senior technical advisor for strategic clients, participating in executive discussions, solution reviews, AI strategy engagements, technical due diligence, and architecture assessments.Collaborate closely with Sales, Product, Engineering, Delivery, and Consulting teams to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions and execution plans.Build and mentor a high-performing organization of architects, engineering managers, principal engineers, and AI specialists, creating a strong leadership pipeline.Establish architecture review boards, engineering governance processes, and technology best practices to improve quality, scalability, security, and delivery predictability.Lead innovation initiatives and evaluate emerging technologies, identifying opportunities to create new products, accelerators, frameworks, and competitive differentiators.Required Technical ExpectationsCore Technology AreasEnterprise Architecture and FrameworksApplication, Data, Security and Infrastructure ArchitectureEvent-Driven Architecture, Microservices, API Platforms, Integration ArchitectureCloud & Platform EngineeringAWS, Azure, GCPKubernetesDockerPlatform EngineeringInfrastructure as CodeDevOpsSRECloud GovernanceAI & Data PlatformsGenerative AI, LLM PlatformsRAG Architectures, NLP, MLOpsAgentic AI systemsVector DatabasesKnowledge GraphsAI GovernanceEngineering LeadershipEngineering Operating ModelsTechnical GovernanceArchitecture Review ProcessesEngineering ProductivityQuality EngineeringTechnical Debt ManagementPlatform ScalabilityPreferred Domain ExpertiseEdTech Platforms and Digital Learning EcosystemsEnterprise Technology PlatformsAI-Native Software ProductsTechnology Consulting OrganizationsPrior experience as Chief Architect, Enterprise Architect, Distinguished/Principal Architect, VP/SVP Technology, VP Engineering, or Technology Consulting Leader is preferred.Leadership ExpectationsActs as the highest technical authority within India operations.Influences executive-level decisions through technology leadership.Balances innovation with engineering discipline and commercial objectives.Builds organizational capability rather than simply managing projects.Demonstrates strong ownership mindset and entrepreneurial thinkingOur Offerings for Employee BenefitsHealth Insurance for Employee+Spouse+Two Children+ParentsTerm Life InsuranceGPA – For EmployeeHybrid workingCompliance – PF and GratuityAbout AcademianWebsite: www.academian.comAcademian is a carve-out of an existing22-year IT company– Intraedge Inc (www.intraedge.com)Academian is a service, product, and learning development company inthe education domain with a current headcountof 500+ team members. We are rapidlybecoming a leading force in the education technology space.We specialize in delivering innovative services, products,and learning development solutions tailored for the educationsector. Our expertisespans across K-12, higher education, professional institutions, publishers, onlineprogram managers (OPMs),and corporate learningenvironments.At Academian, we combine deep industry knowledgewith a product-oriented design approach, enabling us to craft high-impact learning experiences and technology solutions. From content development and media production to strategic staffing and custom software development, we support every phase of the educational lifecycle.Our Specialties Include:EdTech Solutions: LMS, CMS, Custom Software, Cloud ArchitectureDigital Learning: ContentDesign, Learning ExperienceDesign, Accessibility, Media DevelopmentEducation Services: K-12,Higher Education, Workforce Development, Publishing & PrepressStrategic Services: Product Management, Strategic Consulting, Technology & Digital Transformation, Staffing.We’re passionate about shaping the future of learning—and we’relooking for talented, mission-driven individuals to grow with us. Join our team and be part of building meaningful solutions that make a real impact in education.EdTech with Academian | Your Digital Transformation PartnerWe deliverinnovative EdTech solutionsand craft customeLearning experiences. Drive digital transformation with our advanced technology & DEIB commitment.