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Company Overview: SkillDeck is a fast-growing training and development organization specializing in high-demand areas like HR, technology, digital marketing, and more. We aim to empower professionals and students by providing top-tier training solutions that enhance employability and performance. We’re seeking proactive Business Development Executives who can forge valuable partnerships with colleges and corporate organizations, accelerating our reach and impact.

Job Summary: As a Business Development Executive for Partnerships, you will play a critical role in expanding SkillDeck’s influence in the education and corporate sectors. You will be responsible for identifying, approaching, and securing partnerships with educational institutions and businesses to facilitate large-scale training and upskilling initiatives. This is a high-impact position where you will contribute directly to SkillDeck’s growth strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Partnership Acquisition:

• Identify and develop relationships with key stakeholders in colleges, universities, and corporate organizations.
• Initiate and conduct meetings with decision-makers to present SkillDeck’s course offerings, subscription models, and other training solutions.

Proposal Development:

• Create customized partnership proposals and presentations that address the needs of academic and corporate clients.
• Draft and negotiate partnership agreements, including terms of collaboration, pricing, and deliverables.

Market Research & Analysis:

• Conduct research to identify trends and demand in training areas like HR, data science, digital marketing, etc., within the college and corporate sectors.
• Analyze the competitive landscape and adjust partnership strategies accordingly to position SkillDeck as a preferred training partner.

Project Management:

• Oversee the successful implementation of partnership agreements, ensuring that deliverables and timelines are met.
• Collaborate with internal teams (content, marketing, and product) to customize course offerings as per partner requirements.

Relationship Building & Networking:

• Maintain ongoing relationships with existing partners, providing regular updates and exploring opportunities for growth.
• Attend industry conferences, networking events, and educational fairs to promote SkillDeck and connect with potential partners.

Reporting and Goal Tracking:

• Track partnership performance metrics, generate reports, and present insights to management.
• Meet or exceed quarterly targets for new partnerships, revenue, and client engagement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• 3-5 years of experience in business development, sales, or partnership roles, preferably in the education or training industry.
• Proven track record of closing deals with academic institutions or corporate clients.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with training and development trends, particularly in technology and professional upskilling.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with CRM software for tracking leads and managing client relationships.
• Established network within the education or corporate training sectors.
• Knowledge of digital marketing, HR, or technology-related training is a plus.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work with a leading brand in the training industry.
• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Career growth potential within a rapidly expanding organization.
• Exposure to diverse projects and client bases.

Job Title: Deployment Lead (Python, Linux, AWS) 

Location: Coimbatore

Overview 

We are seeking an experienced Deployment Lead to oversee the end-to-end deployment lifecycle of our applications and services. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Python, strong Linux administration skills, and hands-on experience with AWS cloud infrastructure. You will work closely with engineering, DevOps, QA, and product teams to ensure reliable, repeatable, and scalable deployments across multiple environments. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and manage deployment activities for all application releases across development, staging, and production environments. 
• Develop and maintain deployment automation, scripts, and tools using Python and shell scripting. 
• Own and optimize CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI, or AWS CodePipeline). 
• Oversee Linux server administration, including configuration, troubleshooting, performance optimization, and security hardening. 
• Design, implement, and maintain AWS infrastructure (EC2, S3, Lambda, IAM, RDS, ECS/EKS, CloudFormation/Terraform). 
• Ensure robust monitoring, logging, and alerting using tools such as CloudWatch, Grafana, Prometheus, or ELK. 
• Collaborate with developers to improve code readiness for deployment and production reliability. 
• Manage environment configurations and ensure consistency and version control across environments. 
• Lead incident response during production issues; conduct root-cause analysis and implement long-term fixes. 
• Establish and enforce best practices for deployment, configuration management, and operational excellence. 

Required Skills & Qualifications 

• 5+ years of experience in deployment engineering, DevOps, or site reliability engineering roles. 
• Strong proficiency in Python for automation and tooling. 
• Advanced experience with Linux systems administration (Ubuntu, CentOS, Amazon Linux). 
• Hands-on work with AWS cloud services and infrastructure-as-code (CloudFormation or Terraform). 
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration platforms like ECS, EKS, or Kubernetes. 
• Strong understanding of CI/CD tools and automated deployment strategies. 
• Familiarity with networking concepts: DNS, load balancers, VPCs, firewalls, VPN, and routing. 
• Expertise with monitoring, alerting, and logging solutions. 
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; able to lead troubleshooting efforts. 
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities. 

Key Responsibilities:

●    Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and secure backend systems using Java.

●    Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices to support application functionality.

●    Collaborate closely with frontend developers to ensure smooth integration with React/Angular-based frontend systems.

●    Work with both relational databases (SQL) and NoSQL databases to design data schemas, optimize queries, and maintain data integrity.

●    Leverage cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) to deploy, monitor, and scale applications.

●    Implement and maintain containerization using Docker and Kubernetes (K8S).

●    Write unit tests for both backend and frontend code to ensure code quality and reliability.

●    Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality standards and mentor junior developers.

●    Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, proposing and driving best practices in backend development, testing, and deployment.

Required Skills And Experience

●    Bachelors or Masters in computer science or related fields.

●    5+ years of experience in backend development, with strong expertise in Java (must-have).

●    Solid experience with frontend frameworks such as React or Angular.

●    Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs, Docker, and NoSQL databases (such as MongoDB, Cassandra, etc.).

●    Strong experience with SQL databases (such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.), including database design, optimization, and query writing.

●    Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and Kubernetes (K8S).

●    Experience in writing unit tests and understanding of test-driven development (TDD) principles.

●    Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Nice to Have:

●    Exposure to Automation Testing Frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress).

●    Experience working in a SaaS (Software as a Service) environment.

●    Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Main tasks

• Implementation, operating and monitoring of LS system solutions on-premise and in the cloud
• Analysis and sustainable troubleshooting of system failures
• Support in the area of information and IT security
• Maintenance and further development of IT infrastructure in the field of container infrastructure and orchestration as well as on-premise hardware
• Creating system installation documentation

Qualification profile

• Successfully completed training or studies in the field of IT
• Experience in operating on-premise, public, and private cloud solutions
• Young professionals are welcome
• Good English skills
• Knowledge in the following areas
• Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
• Citrix ADC VPX
• Virtualization (VMware)

As a Assistant Manager - Talent Acquisition , you will be responsible for overseeing the entire recruitment process and ensuring the acquisition of top-quality candidates to meet the organization's talent needs. You will collaborate with hiring managers and executives to understand staffing requirements, develop effective recruitment strategies, and build a strong pipeline of qualified candidates. This role requires exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of talent acquisition best practices, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, job requirements, and candidate profiles for various positions within the organization.
2. Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract and engage a diverse pool of high-quality candidates.
3. Utilize various sourcing channels, such as job boards, social media, professional networks, and employee referrals, to identify potential candidates.
4. Review resumes, conduct interviews, and assess candidates' qualifications, skills, and cultural fit for the organization.
5. Conduct reference checks and background screenings to verify candidates' credentials and employment history.
6. Actively participate in job fairs, industry events, and networking activities to promote the organization and build relationships with potential candidates.
7. Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, interview coordination, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
8. Provide guidance and support to hiring managers on interviewing techniques, candidate evaluation, and selection decisions.
9. Develop and maintain strong relationships with external recruiting agencies, universities, and other talent sources.
10. Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and best practices in talent acquisition, and make recommendations for process improvements and innovative recruitment strategies.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
2. Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Manager or a similar role, preferably in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
3. Solid understanding of recruitment principles, practices, and strategies.
4. Demonstrated experience in full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, interviewing, and candidate evaluation.
5. Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS), HRIS, and other recruitment software.
6. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and external partners.
7. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
8. Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
9. Ability to adapt to changing business needs and thrive in a high-pressure environment.
10. Someone with relevant non-IT hiring experience is preferred.

Job Description :

* Study design briefs and determine requirements.

* Schedule projects and define budget constraints.

* Conceptualize visuals based on requirements.

* Prepare rough drafts and present ideas.

* Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by hand.

* Use the appropriate colors and layouts for each graphic.

* Work with copywriters and creative director to produce final designs.

* Test graphics across various media.

* Amend designs after feedback.

* Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand.

Requirements:

* Proven graphic designing experience.

* A strong portfolio of illustrations or other graphics.

* Familiarity with design software and technologies (such as Corel Draw, InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Photoshop).

* A keen eye for aesthetics and details.

* Excellent communication skills.

* Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines.

* Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field is a plus.