Job DescriptionAt Ramaiah Institute for Advanced Skills and Technology (RAF), Talent is at the core of all our People Strategy. The wide wealth of talent includes Research Scholars, Faculty members, Trainers, Deep Tech Engineers, Technologists, Corporate Leaders, Institutional administrators and best in class functional specialists.
NTo be a part of this phenomenal journey of transformation from better to best, do apply for the following open position at Ramaiah Institute for Advanced Skills and Technology (RAF) by mailing your Resume to [email protected]
NPosition Overview
nWe are seeking a formidable General Manager & Chief Technology Officer (CTO) with 15+ years of execution-focused experience across high-complexity domains. Operating within the institution's For-Profit (Private Limited) commercial arm, the CTO will act as the ultimate "Product Architect."
NThis role demands a visionary leader capable of bridging the "Valley of Death" between applied research and commercial productization. You will leverage the world-class,



government-backed lab infrastructure of our partner Section 8 Institute to translate raw deep-tech research into highly profitable, market-ready industrial products. Your mandate is to connect global high-complexity technologies with India's precision manufacturing and software ecosystems to build a sustainable, IP-led competitive advantage.
NKey Responsibilities
n1. Strategic Technology Leadership (TRL-4 to TRL-7)
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- Roadmap Execution: Define and execute a ruthless, long-term technology and product roadmap across Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor & Microelectronics, Cybersecurity, Health-tech, and Advanced Manufacturing. N
- Commercial Translation: Lead the rapid transition from lab-scale prototypes into commercially viable, "Made in India" industrial products ready for Tier-1 deployment. N

n2. Asset-Light R&D;& Infrastructure Utilization
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- The "Lab Ownership" Model: Execute an asset-light commercial str

📌 General Manager Technology (Bengaluru)
🏢 Ramaiah Institute for Advanced Skills and Technology (RIASAT)
📍 Bengaluru