Technical Project Manager

Summary

Technical Project Manager at SwitchOn in Bangalore South, owning end-to-end delivery of AI-powered machine-vision quality inspection projects on manufacturing lines: planning, tracking, risk management, stakeholder coordination, deployment, and customer sign-off, using tools like JIRA and Zoho Projects.

About the Role:


At SwitchOn, our cutting-edge systems capture images from complex manufacturing lines and run DeepInspect to detect defects with over 99% accuracy. As a startup, delighting customers with lightning-fast execution is one of our core differentiators. The role requires you to execute complex AI-powered projects in conjunction with multiple stakeholders inside and outside the organization to deliver the projects on time.


What will you be doing on a day-to-day basis?


1. End-to-End Project Management – Oversee the complete project lifecycle including initiation, planning, tracking, risk management, and ensuring timely completion within budget by collaborating with internal product teams and external system integrators.
2. Stakeholder & Resource Coordination – Provide regular project status updates to stakeholders, independently manage resource allocation, and drive alignment across teams to ensure smooth execution.
3. Deployment & Issue Resolution – Lead deployment-related activities, resolve recurring or sporadic product/network issues, and conduct customer visits for project sign-off and handover.


Requirements

1. Project Management Expertise – 4+ years of experience in managing projects, with hands-on knowledge of tools like JIRA, Zoho Projects, Trello, and similar platforms.


2. Domain Knowledge in Manufacturing – Proven experience delivering machine vision–based quality inspection systems or automation projects, with strong understanding of factory lines, SPMs, and automation workflows.

3. Collaboration & Communication – Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Benefits

Be part of a fast-growing, seed-funded deep-tech startup backed by leading investors (Pi Ventures, Axilor, Chennai Angels, etc.), with strong opportunities to accelerate your career growth into leadership roles.


Innovation: Be a part of a company that is transforming the manufacturing industry with cutting-edge technology.

Growth: Opportunity for professional growth and career advancement in a rapidly growing startup.

Impact: Contribute to a product that makes a real difference in quality and efficiency in manufacturing.




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