Delivery Transformation Principal

Thoughtworks is hiring a Delivery Transformation Principal in Zurich, Switzerland. Level rates it ; you can apply on Thoughtworks.

Level's read on this job

On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
Tools and skills the posting cites include AI safety.
Level classifies it as a lead role.
Level lists 43 other open roles at Thoughtworks.
The role was posted within the past week.

AI in this role

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We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Delivery Transformation Principal to drive the successful execution and delivery of complex transformation projects and key work-streams. The ideal candidate is a hands-on practitioner and subject matter expert with a proven track record of delivering challenging, high-impact projects at top-tier consulting or digital engineering firms. This is a unique opportunity to lead the end-to-end delivery of critical client workstreams whilst actively shaping our modern agile practices and mentoring high-performing teams.

Job responsibilities

Delivery Leadership: Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex, high-risk transformation projects and core workstreams. Solve ambiguous delivery challenges, unblock technical and operational dependencies, and champion agile ways of working to ensure initiatives are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders and department leads. Act as a trusted delivery advisor, guide stakeholders through technical and delivery trade-offs, and navigate difficult or sensitive conversations with diplomacy.
Team Leadership and Program Management: Provide hands-on mentorship and constructive feedback to cross-functional project teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and accountability. Oversee day-to-day workstream execution, sprint planning, and team operational health, while supporting internal capability building and interviewing.
Growth and Business Development: Identify and pursue opportunities for project extension and process improvements within existing accounts. Partner with client leads and solution teams by evaluating statements of work, scoping delivery efforts, and contributing technical delivery insights to proposals.

Job qualifications

Professional Skills

10+ years of total professional experience, including 4+ years leading complex project delivery or agile workstreams within a management consultancy, technology consulting firm, or digital engineering services company.
Proven success in leading and delivering complex, multi-disciplinary software or digital transformation programs.
Demonstrated experience in managing fixed price and outcome based deliveries
Exceptional communication, facilitation, and influencing skills with the ability to articulate complex concepts and handle objections across senior stakeholder groups.
German (minimum C1 fluency) required.

Other things to know

Work Modality

Hybrid (with up to 40% client-site travel)

Learning & Development

There is no one-size-fits-all career path at Thoughtworks: however you want to develop your career is entirely up to you. But we also balance autonomy with the strength of our cultivation culture. This means your career is supported by interactive tools, numerous development programs and teammates who want to help you grow. We see value in helping each other be our best and that extends to empowering our employees in their career journeys.

Responsible Use of AI in Recruitment

At Thoughtworks, we use AI tools to support our recruitment team with administrative tasks such as drafting communications, scheduling interviews and writing job descriptions.

Crucially, our AI tools do not screen, assess, rank or make hiring decisions. Every application is reviewed by our team and all selection decisions are made exclusively by our interviewers and hiring managers.

We are committed to fairness and responsible AI. We actively manage our AI systems by testing, monitoring for biased outcomes and implementing mitigation measures. We hold our third-party vendors to these same high standards through a rigorous governance process. For additional information, please see our full Thoughtworks AI Policy for Recruitment.

About Thoughtworks

Thoughtworks is a dynamic and inclusive community of bright and supportive colleagues who are revolutionizing tech. As a leading technology consultancy, we’re pushing boundaries through our purposeful and impactful work. For 30+ years, we’ve delivered extraordinary impact together with our clients by helping them solve complex business problems with technology as the differentiator. Bring your brilliant expertise and commitment for continuous learning to Thoughtworks. Together, let’s be extraordinary.

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How we rate this

Delivery Transformation Principal at Thoughtworks rates 34 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.