Role PurposeThe purpose of this role is to provide significant technical expertise in architecture planning and design of the concerned tower (platform, database, middleware, backup etc) as well as managing its day-to-day operations.DoProvide adequate support in architecture planning, migration & installation for new projects in own tower (platform/dbase/middleware/backup)
Lead the structural/architectural design of a platform/middleware/database/backup etc. according to various system requirements to ensure a highly scalable and extensible solution.Conduct technology capacity planning by reviewing the current and future requirements.Utilize and leverage the new features of all underlying technologies to ensure smooth functioning of the installed databases and applications/platforms, as applicable.Strategize & implement disaster recovery plans and create and implement backup and recovery plans.
Manage the day-to-day operations of the tower
Manage day-to-day operations by troubleshooting any issues, conducting root cause analysis (RCA) and developing fixes to avoid similar issues.Plan for and manage upgradations, migration, maintenance, backup, installation and configuration functions for own tower.Review the technical performance of own tower and deploy ways to improve efficiency, fine-tune performance and reduce performance challenges.Develop shift roster for the team to ensure no disruption in the tower.Create and update SOPs, Data Responsibility Matrices, operations manuals, daily test plans, data architecture guidance etc.Provide weekly status reports to the client leadership team, internal stakeholders on database activities w.r.t. progress, updates, status, and next steps.Leverage technology to develop Service Improvement Plan (SIP) through automation and other initiatives for higher efficiency and effectiveness.
Team Management
Resourcing
Forecast talent requirements as per the current and future business needs.Hire adequate and right resources for the team.
Train direct reportees to make right recruitment and selection decisions.Talent Management
Ensure 100% compliance to Wipro's standards of adequate onboarding and training for team members to enhance capability & effectiveness.Build an internal talent pool of HiPos and ensure their career progression within the organization.
Promote diversity in leadership positions.Performance Management
Set goals for direct reportees, conduct timely performance reviews and appraisals, and give constructive feedback to direct reports.Ensure that organizational programs like Performance Nxt are well understood and that the team is taking the opportunities presented by such programs to their and their levels below.
Employee Satisfaction and Engagement
Lead and drive engagement initiatives for the team.Track team satisfaction scores and identify initiatives to build engagement within the team.
Proactively challenge the team with larger and enriching projects/initiatives for the organization or team.Exercise employee recognition and appreciation.Stakeholder InteractionStakeholder Type
: InternalStakeholder Identification:
Technology Solutions Group, BU Teams, Different Infrastructure teamsPurpose of Interaction:
Understanding requirements, planning and status updates, maintenance and back up, issue resolution etc.Stakeholder Type
: ExternalStakeholder Identification:
ClientsPurpose of Interaction:
Understanding requirements, planning and status updates, maintenance and back up, issue resolution etc.CompetenciesFunctional Competencies/ Skill
Technical Knowledge – Knowledge of own tower (platform, application, database etc) -
ExpertDomain Knowledge – Understanding of IT industry and its trends –
Competent to Expert
Behavioral CompetenciesManaging ComplexityClient centricityExecution ExcellencePassion for ResultsTeam ManagementStakeholder ManagementDeliverNo.Performance ParameterMeasure1.Operations of the towerSLA adherenceKnowledge managementCSAT/ Customer ExperienceIdentification of risk issues and mitigation plans2.New projectsTimely deliveryAvoid unauthorized changesNo formal escalations
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