About the role
At CI&T, we help large enterprises transform the potential of AI into real business impact with AI Deployment, AI-native execution, and tech-integrated business solutions.
With 30 years of experience in technological transformation, we accelerate innovation with expertise in Agentic SDLC, Application modernization, Data & AI, Martech and Business strategy.
We are 8,000 CI&Ters across more than 25 countries, collaborating to build solutions with real impact. AI is already part of how we work, evolve, and innovate every day.
We are looking for a Squad Leader / AI Orchestrator to lead distributed delivery squads for a global luxury retail client.
In this role, you will act as the client's primary day-to-day delivery partner, overseeing governance, reporting, budget management, and coordination across parallel application and data/BI workstreams.
Beyond traditional delivery leadership, you will design and orchestrate an AI-assisted delivery workflow, integrating AI tools and practices throughout the software development lifecycle, from discovery to release. You will also be responsible for measuring and demonstrating the impact of AI adoption through meaningful delivery metrics.
Requirements for this challenge
Experience leading Agile software development or data delivery teams in enterprise environments, in roles such as Squad Leader, Scrum Master, Delivery Lead, or Project Manager.
Hands-on experience designing and orchestrating AI-assisted software delivery workflows using tools such as Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, or AI agent frameworks.
Understanding of AI-assisted delivery practices, including workflow design, human review gates, quality assurance, and measuring productivity gains.
Proven experience managing Time & Materials (T&M) engagements, including resource allocation, budget tracking, burn rate, forecasting, rate-card management, and change orders.
Working knowledge of data platforms, data pipelines, and Business Intelligence solutions, particularly Looker and/or Tableau.
Ability to discuss technical scope, dependencies, and delivery risks with Data Engineers, Architects, and other technical stakeholders.
Previous experience managing client relationships and engaging with senior stakeholders in large UK or European enterprise organizations.
Strong delivery governance skills, including RAID management, status reporting, dependency tracking, and escalation handling.
Experience with Agile delivery tools such as Jira and Confluence.
Fluent English.
Nice to Have
Previous experience with Looker-to-Tableau or other Business Intelligence platform migrations.
Experience replacing spreadsheet-based processes with custom applications or automated solutions.
Familiarity with AWS-hosted data platforms and cloud-based data environments.
Experience in the retail, luxury, or fashion industries.
Agile or Project Management certifications such as PSM, SAFe, PMP, or equivalent.
Experience scaling AI-assisted delivery practices across multiple teams or engagements.
Our benefits:
-Health and dental insurance
-Meal and food allowance
-Childcare assistance
-Extended paternity leave
-Partnership with gyms and health and wellness professionals via Wellhub (Gympass) TotalPass;
-Profit Sharing and Results Participation (PLR);
-Life insurance
-Continuous learning platform (CI&T University);
-Discount club
-Free online platform dedicated to physical, mental, and overall well-being
-Pregnancy and responsible parenting course
-Partnerships with online learning platforms
-Language learning platform
And many more!
More details about our benefits here:
At CI&T, inclusion starts at the first contact. If you are a person with a disability, it is important to present your assessment during the selection process. See which data needs to be included in the report by clicking here.This way, we can ensure the support and accommodations that you deserve. If you do not yet have the assessment, don't worry: we can support you in obtaining it.
We have a dedicated Health and Well-being team, inclusion specialists, and affinity groups who will be with you at every stage. Count on us to make this journey side by side.
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