Technology and Innovation Strategist

OverviewThe Strategic Technology Group (STG) unit at Infosys is designed for power programmers and senior technologists who want to go beyond traditional development roles and take on complex, large-scale technology challenges.The STG unit brings together Specialist Programmers, Senior Technologists, and Technical Leaders who possess deep expertise across software design and development, cloud-native architectures, enterprise platforms, data engineering, and emerging technologies, including generative AI and agentic AI.Members of the STG unit play a strategic role in shaping technology direction, solving complex business challenges, and delivering resilient, high-quality outcomes. The STG unit emphasizes software development excellence, innovation, and continuous upskilling. It offers experienced talent the opportunity to work on transformational initiatives, engage closely with stakeholders, and grow as trusted technology leaders within Infosys’ global delivery ecosystem.Define architecture and develop platforms to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Oversee design validation, code quality, and development of complex solutions that support organizational goals. Drive innovation at organizational and industry levels by developing roadmaps and long-term strategies for growth and transformation. Contribute to strategic platforms and solutions to achieve functional and non-functional requirements. Execute initiatives that drive organizational change and transformation showcasing innovative solutions. Engage in high-risk project situations and contribute through effective resolution strategies. Inspire transformation within the organization by promoting new technologies and methodologies that enhance operational efficiency. Assess and recommend emerging technologies that align with the organization’s strategic goals and enhance competitive advantage. Resolve complex test-phase issues across modules to maintain high code quality and reduce post-release defects. Apply architectural expertise to design and validate platforms that align with organizational strategy and long-term goals. Bring a strategic mindset to developing roadmaps, frameworks and solutions that drive transformation at scale. Enable capability building by mentoring experienced technologists and fostering a culture of technical excellence. Champion innovation by evaluating and integrating emerging technologies that enhance competitiveness and efficiency. Required Skill and ExperienceExperience in enterprise technology with proven leadership in architecture and engineering.AI/ML, Generative AI, Agentic AI, MCP, A2A, LangGraph, ADK, Agentic WebCloud (AWS / Azure / GCP)Microservices & Distributed SystemsAPI Platforms & IntegrationData Engineering & AnalyticsCybersecurity, SRE, DevSecOpsModern Application Development Technology Leadership & Strategy•Set the technology vision and roadmap for strategic accounts and internal accelerators within STG.•Evaluate emerging technologies, frameworks, and platforms to drive continuous innovation.•Solution Architecture & Design•Own end-to-end architecture for large-scale, mission-critical, and cloud-native systems.•Ensure architectural consistency, performance, scalability, and security across implementations.Review and sign off on architecture decisions, design documents, and code quality.•Define best practices, engineering standards, and technology governance models.Translate business goals into actionable technology strategies and architectures.•Partner with account teams to shape new opportunities and strengthen technical credibility.Innovation & Thought Leadership•Drive internal innovation initiatives, PoCs, and IP creation within STG.•Represent Infosys at tech forums, conferences, and industry events.•Preferred Skill and Experience•Strong understanding of DevOps, SRE, and platform engineering practices.•Experience scaling technology capabilities for global enterprise clients.•Demonstrated experience driving digital transformation at scale.•Additional Required Qualifications• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. This position may require relocation and/or travel to work/project location. • Infosys is unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this role now or in the future.EEO/About UsBenefitsAlong with competitive pay, as a full-time Infosys employee you are also eligible for the following benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision/Life InsuranceLong-term/Short-term DisabilityHealth and Dependent Care Reimbursement AccountsInsurance (Accident, Critical Illness , Hospital Indemnity, Legal)401(k) plan and contributions dependent on salary levelPaid holidays plus Paid Time OffAbout Us Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. We enable clients in more than 50 countries to navigate their digital transformation. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer our clients through their digital journey. We do it by enabling the enterprise with an AI-powered core that helps prioritize the execution of change. We also empower the business with agile digital at scale to deliver unprecedented levels of performance and customer delight. Our always-on learning agenda drives their continuous improvement through building and transferring digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem.religious practices and observances; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.Technical/Domain Skill 1Technology|Enterprise Architecture|Digital Architecture Technical/Domain Skill 2Technology|AI Engineering|AI/ML Solution Architecture and Design Technical/Domain Skill 3Technology|Cloud Integration and API Management|Cloud Integration and API Management - ALL Technical/Domain Skill 4Technology|Application Security|DevSecOps Technical/Domain Skill 5Foundational|Consulting processes|Technology Consulting process Work LocationCharlotte, NC, Houston, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Raleigh, NC, Richardson, TX, Tempe, AZCountryUSAState / Region / ProvinceArizona, North Carolina, TexasCompanyITL USA Interest GroupInfosys Limited Job RolePrincipal TechnologistCareer RolePrincipal Technologist: