Deputy General Manager – Platforms & Cloud

Role Overview

The Deputy General Manager Platforms & Cloud will be a senior technology, architecture, and transformation leader responsible for enterprise architecture, solution design, and execution of large-scale platform and non-ERP application transformation programs across the Group. The role will anchor platform, cloud, data centre, and application modernization initiatives , while providing strong governance, vendor management, and architectural assurance across all group entities.

This position requires a leader who can design at enterprise scale, make architectural trade-offs, and simultaneously run complex programs , ensuring outcomes are delivered with rigor, predictability, and alignment to business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Architecture & Solution Design

• Define and govern the Groups enterprise architecture for platforms, cloud, and application ecosystems.
• Develop and own reference architectures, solution blueprints, and design standards for:
• Data centres and HCI platforms o Hybrid and multi-cloud environmentso Cloud-native, microservices, and serverless architectures o Enterprise database platforms and modernization patterns
• Provide architectural oversight and design assurance for all large programs and critical initiatives.
• Evaluate technology options and make fact-based architectural decisions balancing cost, risk, scalability, and long-term sustainability.

Platform & Data Centre Leadership

• Own the end-to-end platform strategy and modernization roadmap across on-prem, hybrid, and cloud environments.
• Lead design and execution of large-scale, mission-critical data centers , including:
• Compute, storage, and network fabrics o Hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI) o High availability, DR, and business continuity architectures
• Drive standardization, consolidation, and rationalization of platforms across group companies.

Cloud & Hybrid Cloud Strategy

• Define, execute, and govern the Group-wide cloud strategy .
• Hands-on expertise across cloud services including:
• Compute, storage, networking o Databases (relational, NoSQL, distributed) o Platform and managed services
• Establish cloud operating models covering landing zones, security guardrails, FinOps, and operational governance .
• Drive cloud optimization, performance, and cost efficiency at scale.

Application & Platform Modernization

• Lead application and platform modernization programs , including:
• Legacy to cloud-native transformations o Monolith to microservices o Containerization and orchestration
• Modern serverless architectures
• Partner with application and business teams to ensure platform readiness and architectural alignment .
• Lead enterprise database modernization and consolidation initiatives.

Large-Scale Transformation Program Leadership

• Anchor and run large, complex, multi-year transformation programs across platforms, cloud, and applications.
• Establish program governance structures , including steering committees, milestones, KPIs, and benefits realization.
• Manage cross-functional and cross-entity dependencies to ensure predictable delivery.
• Act as the single accountable owner for platform and cloud transformation outcomes.

OEM, Partner & Vendor Management

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with OEMs, hyperscalers, and Tier-1 system integrators .
• Lead commercial and technical governance with partners, including:
• Contractual and commercial alignment
• Architecture compliance and design reviews
• Delivery quality and performance management
• Drive outcome-based engagement models and ensure value realization from partner ecosystems.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Establish and enforce technology governance frameworks across group companies.
• Ensure adherence to enterprise architecture standards, security baselines, and resilience requirements .
• Partner closely with cybersecurity and risk teams to ensure platforms meet regulatory and internal governance expectations.
• Provide executive-level reporting on program health, risks, and investment effectiveness .

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop teams of senior architects, platform engineers, and cloud specialists.
• Engage with CXOs, business heads, and application owners to translate business objectives into scalable technology solutions.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on platform and cloud strategy, investments, and risks .

Experience & Qualifications

Professional Experience

• 2025 years of experience in enterprise platforms, cloud, data centres, and large-scale IT transformations.
• Prior experience with a Tier-1 global System Integrator or OEM is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to:
• Perform enterprise architecture and solution design at scale o Lead and deliver large, complex transformation programs o Operate across architecture, execution, governance, and vendor management roles

Educational Qualifications

• BE / BTech from a reputed engineering institution (mandatory).

Certifications

• Expert-level or advanced certifications , such as:
• TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture certifications
• OEM / Hyperscaler expert-level certifications (cloud architect, infrastructure expert tracks)

Technical & Leadership Competencies

• Deep expertise in:
• Data centre and HCI architectures
• Enterprise networking and platforms
• Cloud-native and serverless architectures
• Enterprise databases and modernization strategies
• Strong governance mindset with hands-on execution capability.
• Ability to engage effectively at CXO, board, and engineering levels .
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.