The Development Manager will work in a matrix setup with Product Managers, AI Leads, Platform, and QA teams, leading through influence rather than direct reporting lines. The role calls for a technically proficient, AI-aware leader who enjoys exploring new technologies, shaping solutions, guiding execution, and participating in customer pursuits. You will help translate business needs into practical AI-enabled solutions that integrate seamlessly into our platform.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and guide cross-functional teams to deliver scalable AI-powered capabilities integrated into the CLEAR® platform.
Be hands-on in defining solution approaches, evaluating tools, and supporting technical execution.
Collaborate with AI/ML, Platform, and QA teams to ensure smooth delivery, automation, and efficient CI/CD integration.
Support customer pursuits by helping shape and present technical solutions aligned with business goals.
Explore and evaluate emerging AI tools and frameworks to drive innovation and delivery efficiency.
Optimize AI workloads for performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness on cloud infrastructure (AWS / Azure).
Encourage best practices in development, documentation, and quality assurance across teams.
Foster collaboration and learning, ensuring alignment with business priorities and continuous improvement in delivery.
Required Experience & Skills:
15+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in technical leadership or delivery management.
Proven record of being hands-on in technology and guiding teams in AI/ML-driven product or platform development.
Strong understanding of AI/ML technologies, LLMs, SLMs, frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and cloud-based ML pipelines.
Experience with microservices, APIs, DevOps/MLOps, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes.
Hands on cloud knowledge in AWS, Azure or GCP
Familiarity with media workflows such as video/audio processing, speech-to-text, computer vision, or metadata enrichment.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills; strong ability to collaborate in a matrix organization.
An attitude to ensure customer success at all costs.
Nice to Have:
Experience in Media Supply Chain, Post-production, Sports, Broadcast, or OTT environments.
Familiarity with media workflow platforms.
Awareness of cloud cost optimization, and AI observability.
Contributions to open-source AI/ML or media processing frameworks.
Education:
Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
Advanced degree or certifications in AI/ML, Cloud, or Data Engineering preferred.
Why Join Us:
Work at the intersection of Media and AI, shaping next-generation automation solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional experts in a technology-first, innovation-led environment.
Be part of a globally recognized leader building AI-driven media workflows for top studios, broadcasters, and content owners.
