The Application Services Lead role sits within Axi s Technology department and is responsible for overseeing the delivery, support, and continuous improvement of applications that power critical business operations.

In this leadership role, you will manage a team of Application Services Engineers, ensuring application reliability, performance, and scalability across a global, high-availability environment. You will work closely with stakeholders across the business to optimise application functionality, drive operational excellence, and support the delivery of current products and services.

Your EDGE Assignment / You Will

- Oversee the end-to-end delivery and support of business-critical applications across the organisation.
- Ensure effective shift handovers across global time zones , supporting a 24/7 operational model.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the Application Services team , fostering a high-performance culture.
- Allocate resources effectively to meet service delivery and project demands .
- Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement .
- Ensure applications are maintained, patched, upgraded, and operating efficiently .
- Manage and support integrations between applications and internal/external systems .
- Oversee incident management , ensuring timely resolution of issues, service requests, and escalations.
- Define and manage SLAs and KPIs related to application availability, performance, and user satisfaction.
- Drive automation, enhancements, and optimisation initiatives to improve user experience and operational efficiency.
- Ensure applications meet security, compliance, and data governance standards .
- Stay informed on emerging technologies and industry trends , ensuring the team is equipped to support evolving business needs.
- Collaborate with development, infrastructure,



and business teams to ensure scalable and reliable application services .

Are you the one?

- Proven experience in an Application Support / Application Services leadership role supporting business-critical systems.
- Strong background in incident management, service delivery, and operational support within high-availability environments.
- Preferred experience with Kubernetes, CI/CD, and DevOps practices.
- Experience managing and mentoring technical support or application services teams .
- Solid understanding of application lifecycle management , including patching, upgrades, and integrations.
- Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar) and modern application architectures.
- Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Datadog, Zabbix, or similar).
- Strong understanding of SLAs, KPIs, and IT Service Management frameworks (ITIL preferred) .
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment .
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills .
- A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence .

Axis bag of delights

- Competitive and attractive compensation.
- Extensive learning opportunities, such as professional training and certifications and soft skills development.
- 18 annual leave days per year.
- 12 sick days leave per year.
- Public holidays as declared by local government.
- Maternity leave as per law.
- Health Insurance.

Axis interview journey

- Talent Acquisition Interview (45 minutes)
- Hiring Team Interview (60 minutes)
- Final Interview (30 minutes)

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📌 Application Services Lead (Bengaluru)
🏢 Axicorp
📍 Bengaluru