Practice Head - Infrastructure

Company: Our client is a global leader in Engineering and R&D services with presence across the world. Its services include product design, analysis, prototyping and testing and embedded solutions. They specialise in disruptive technology space such as 5G, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Factory and Autonomous Transport

Accountabilities:

Practice Head will define the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the Infrastructure Practice across Telecom OEMs, Service Providers, ODMs, and Data Center ecosystems (Servers, Storage, Networking). The role will drive differentiated, future-ready solutions across Cloud Infrastructure, Edge, 5G/6G, AI Infrastructure, and Software-Defined architectures

Own the strategic direction and market positioning of the Technology Infrastructure Practice.

Build and scale differentiated offerings, accelerators, and platforms across the infrastructure value chain.

Identify and capitalize on white-space opportunities driven by emerging technologies.

Lead AI-first solution development across data center stacks, hyperconverged infrastructure, SDX, autonomous networks, SMO, NTN, and 5G/6G product engineering.

Partner with sales to shape consulting-led propositions, build pipeline, and support strategic deal closures.

Represent the practice externally through industry forums, analyst engagements, and thought leadership publications.

Required Profile

• 18+ years of experience in technology infrastructure, telecom, or data center domains, with senior leadership experience in building and scaling practices or portfolios.
• Deep expertise across Telecom OEMs, Telco Service Providers, ODMs, and data center infrastructure (servers, storage, networking).
• Proven track record of defining strategy, roadmaps, and differentiated offerings across Cloud Infrastructure, Edge, 5G/6G, AI Infrastructure, and Software-Defined architectures.
• Strong experience in solution architecture, large-scale transformation programs, and complex enterprise or telecom engagements.
• Demonstrated success partnering with sales to shape consulting-led propositions, build pipeline, and close large, strategic deals.
• Ability to operate at CXO level with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent executive communication, thought leadership, and stakeholder management skills.