Avataar Looking for IT Manager at Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Full Time

Avataar is looking for an IT Manager to be responsible and accountable for the smooth running of our computer systems within the limits of requirements, specifications, costs and timelines. You will supervise the implementation and maintenance of our company’s computing needs.

The successful candidate will have improved skills, a proven professional experience and a detailed knowledge of industry’s best practice processes.

Company Profile:

Avataar is a leading 3D AI and computer vision platform focused on spatial visual discovery, that uses its patented technology to help retailers convert product images into interactive 3D models for end consumers. Avataar’s platform powers the largest global e-commerce marketplaces and leading D2C brands, shaping consumer journeys with life-size 3D product evaluation coupled with interactive feature discovery. Avataar’s self-serve out-of-the-box product offers single click integration for merchants & D2C retailers on Shopify, BigCommerce and other e-commerce enablement platforms. Avataar’s product brings to life the power of spatial depth to consumers’ visual discovery. The proprietary platform acts as an ‘Inside Engine’ powering multiple user experience shifts to interactive life-size 3D.

Avataar’s vision is to bridge the gap between offline-online experiences with the use of its AR technology that brings spatial depth to the onscreen buying/browsing experience – delivering life-like photorealism, mobile responsiveness, interactivity and personalisation – key influences re-shaping the commerce industry today.

Avataar’s sector-agnostic platform enables scalable product discovery, giving brands and retailers the opportunity to change the way consumers discover and engage with their products. We work with e-commerce, furniture, consumer electronics, marketplaces and D2C retailers across the US, India and Southeast Asia – driving significant RoI outcomes for marquee brands across these sectors by empowering XR & AR consumer experiences across all their touch points – web, in-app, and social.

Avataar is a Tiger Global and Sequoia portfolio with series B funding and 10+ US patents in Computer Vision, AI and AR technology. We are in a hyper-growth phase and looking for passionate and driven leaders to join our ambitious, tenacious and status quo redefining team.

Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities for this role are:

• Manage IT systems and Infra, Cloud services, and networking
• Plan, organize, control and evaluate IT and electronic data operations
• Design, develop, implement and coordinate systems, policies and procedures
• Ensure security of data, network access and backup systems
• Act in alignment with user needs and system functionality to contribute to organizational policy
• Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time
• Preserve assets, information security and control structures
• Execute standard work to ensure the scope of services and maintain appropriate level of risk and compliance to internal policies and procedures, including those relating to sustainability, cybersecurity, SOX, and IT General Controls.
• Have the ability to analyze and understand the impact and have a broader perspective on specific technology solution/design issues.
• Skilled in large-scale Data lake implementations using AWS/Azure. Extensive experience in working with cross-functional teams, along with proven history of strong job-related results.
• Skilled in large-scale IT ERP Projects/Implementations, and ISO standards, 6 Sigma

Requirements:

Core skills required for this role are:

• Proven working experience as an IT Manager
• Good working knowledge of all IT related Systems, Infrastructure, Applications, Networking and Cyber issues
• Experience in disciplines such as analytics, data science, IT project management, cloud, solution architecture and delivery.
• SAP or similar enterprise ERP and accounting systems knowledge
• Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems.
• Expertise in IT asset management, Inventory management, Data Management and handling IT Audits.
• Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation
• Ability to manage personnel

Qualifications pertinent to this role are:

• 8+ years of work experience in total wherein the last 3 years minimum as an IT Manager or relevant experience in a mid-size firm.
• Proven expertise in IT Asset Management, Data Management, Networks and network administration.
• BS in Computer Science, MIS or similar field.

Company Culture:

Since 2015, working gradually and intricately, we have developed a niche, deep technology platform in 3D AI and AR. This makes us very assiduous, ambitious, and passionate about our work. We work on the state-of-the-art technology and closely partner with market leaders in AR/VR space like Khronos, Meta and Google, thus being curious and keeping abreast in our work is something that runs through our veins. In our consumer obsession, we make our customers win every time. We are always available for each other in times of need, be it professional or personal. We play for the front of the jersey, we debate, agree, or disagree and overcome setbacks through grit, together. Most importantly, we consider ourselves life-long learners in a big, ever-changing diverse classroom.