Technical Lead

About Apexon:

Apexon is a digital-first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human-centric digital experiences. We have been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation.Apexon brings together distinct core competencies – in AI, analytics, app development, cloud, commerce, CX, data, DevOps, IoT, mobile, quality engineering and UX, and our deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences – to help businesses capitalize on the unlimited opportunities digital offers. Our reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving clients’ toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital, Apexon now has a global presence of 15 offices (and 10 delivery centers) across four continents. 

We enable #HumanFirstDIGITAL

About the Role

We are looking for a highly experienced Technical Delivery Lead /Architect in Client Delivery Lead role to serve as the primary client-facing owner across three application managed services tracks: Engineering Application Maintenance, Engineering Operations, and Legacy Content Applications.

The role will be embedded onsite with the client and will act as the critical bridge between client stakeholders, the offshore Service Delivery Manager, and distributed delivery teams. The successful candidate will own day-to-day delivery, resolving conflicts, prioritizing work across tracks, manage escalation, and hands on role contributing to complex enhancement and defect-resolution.

This is a senior technical delivery leadership role requiring strong client management, technical understanding, delivery governance, incident management, and stakeholder communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day delivery accountability across Engineering Application Maintenance, Engineering Operations, and Legacy Content Applications.
• Act as the primary onsite point of contact for client stakeholders, operational issues, and escalations.
• Work closely with the offshore Service Delivery Manager and track leads to translate client priorities into actionable delivery plans.
• Manage and prioritize tickets, defects, enhancements, and backlog based on business impact, severity, and SLA commitments.
• Resolve cross-track conflicts involving priorities, resources, timelines, and competing business requirements.
• Provide hands-on technical support for complex incidents, defects, and enhancements from onsite.
• Represent the offshore delivery organization in client meetings, status reviews, governance forums, and escalations.
• Maintain strong alignment between onsite client expectations and offshore delivery teams.
• Identify potential risks such as SLA breaches, scope creep, resource constraints, and delivery delays, and coordinate mitigation plans.
• Lead onsite Sev-1 incident/war-room activities, coordinating between client stakeholders and offshore technical teams.
• Support onboarding and orientation of new offshore team members, ensuring they understand the client environment and business context.
• Provide accurate feedback to the Service Delivery Manager on client sentiment, delivery health, risks, and emerging priorities.
• Identify opportunities for automation, AI, and process optimization based on client requirements and operational observations.
• Validate and support implementation of automation and AI initiatives with client stakeholders.

Required Technical & Professional Skills

• 10+ years of experience in Application Managed Services, IT Delivery, Application Support, or similar environments.
• Previous experience in onsite, client-facing delivery or engagement roles.
• Strong technical hands on experience of:
• Java / .NET application support
• DevOps and infrastructure
• Content management and publishing platforms
• WoodWing / Adobe technologies
• Experience with ticket, incident, defect, and enhancement management using platforms such as Jira, ServiceNow, or Salesforce.
• Strong understanding of severity/priority matrices and SLA-driven delivery models.
• Proven experience working with onsite/offshore delivery models and distributed teams.
• Experience coordinating directly with offshore Delivery Managers and technical leads.
• Strong understanding of Agile and ITIL practices, including: Incident Management, Problem Management, Change Management, Release Management
• Strong conflict-resolution, negotiation, and prioritization capabilities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in EdTech, Publishing, Media, or Content Management environments.
• Previous experience as an Onsite Technical lead or architect at onsite.
• Experience managing multi-tower engagements.
• ITIL Foundation or higher certification.
• Exposure to AI/automation-led service optimization.

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• MBA or equivalent management qualification is an advantage.
• 10+ years of progressively senior experience in application delivery, managed services, or client-facing program/delivery management.
• Minimum 3 years of onsite client-facing experience.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Did you know that Apexon has been Certified™ by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, in each of the four regions in which it operates: USA (for the seventh time in 2026), India (for the tenth consecutive time in 2026), the UK(for the fourth time in 2026) and Mexico (for the second time in 2026). Apexon is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and promoting diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals. Apexon strictly prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to gender, race, color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. You can read about our Job Applicant Privacy policy here Job Applicant Privacy Policy (apexon.com)

Our Commitment to Environment:

Actively contribute to Apexon's commitment to environmental responsibility by following sustainable practices and supporting ESG initiatives.

Our Perks and Benefits:

Our benefits and rewards program has been thoughtfully designed to recognize your skills and contributions, elevate your learning/upskilling experience and provide care and support for you and your loved ones. As an Apexon Associate, you get continuous skill-based development, opportunities for career advancement, and access to comprehensive health and well-being benefits and assistance.

We also offer:

• Up to 10% bonus (based on company and personal performance).
• An employer pension scheme
• 25 days holiday + Statutory bank holidays, with the option to carry forward or 'cash-in' 5 days each year
• Access to YuLife wellness platform, subscription to Meditopia App, premium subscription to Fiit, life coaching & emotional wellbeing sessions, 24 / 7 virtual GP Access, Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Insurance & Income protection
• Enhanced Maternity Pay & Paternity Pay
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel loan scheme
• A Tech Scheme which lets you choose from over 5000 tech products at up to a 12% discount.
• Free unlimited Udemy account for every employee to support their continuous learning and improvement.
• Support in obtaining relevant certifications.

Job Location :

Ireland, United Kingdom