Development Manager

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:

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Lead and guide cross-functional teams to deliver scalable AI-powered capabilities integrated into the CLEAR® platform.

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Be hands-on in defining solution approaches, evaluating tools, and supporting technical execution.

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Collaborate with AI/ML, Platform, and QA teams to ensure smooth delivery, automation, and efficient CI/CD integration.

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Support customer pursuits by helping shape and present technical solutions aligned with business goals.

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Explore and evaluate emerging AI tools and frameworks to drive innovation and delivery efficiency.

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Optimize AI workloads for performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness on cloud infrastructure (AWS / Azure).

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Encourage best practices in development, documentation, and quality assurance across teams.

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Foster collaboration and learning , ensuring alignment with business priorities and continuous improvement in delivery.

Required Experience & Skills:

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15+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in technical leadership or delivery management .

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Proven record of being hands-on in technology and guiding teams in AI/ML-driven product or platform development.

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Strong understanding of AI/ML technologies, LLMs, SLMs, frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and cloud-based ML pipelines.

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Experience with microservices, APIs, DevOps/MLOps, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes .

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Hands on cloud knowledge in AWS, Azure or GCP

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Familiarity with media workflows such as video/audio processing, speech-to-text, computer vision, or metadata enrichment.

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Excellent communication and problem-solving skills; strong ability to collaborate in a matrix organization.

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An attitude to ensure customer success at all costs.

Nice to Have:

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Experience in Media Supply Chain, Post-production, Sports, Broadcast, or OTT environments.

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Familiarity with media workflow platforms.

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Awareness of cloud cost optimization, and AI observability.

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Contributions to open-source AI/ML or media processing frameworks.

Education:

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Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

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Advanced degree or certifications in AI/ML, Cloud, or Data Engineering preferred.

Why Join Us:

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Work at the intersection of Media and AI , shaping next-generation automation solutions.

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Collaborate with cross-functional experts in a technology-first, innovation-led environment .

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Be part of a globally recognized leader building AI-driven media workflows for top studios, broadcasters, and content owners.