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We are building an AI-native Technology Advisory capability that helps enterprise leaders make—and execute—better decisions at the intersection of strategy, technology, and AI.
The Technology Advisor operates as a trusted advisor to senior executives, shaping critical decisions on growth, cost, risk, and transformation. This role goes beyond traditional consulting—combining strategic judgment, technical depth, and AI-enabled delivery to drive measurable outcomes.
You will lead small, senior teams that deliver what legacy firms require much larger teams to achieve—using AI as a force multiplier.
Job responsibilities
- Lead Client Outcomes (Not Just Advice) - Own end-to-end impact for client engagements (not just recommendations), Define and align on measurable business outcomes (e.g., revenue growth, cost reduction, risk mitigation), Ensure the “last mile” is delivered—closing the gap between strategy and execution.
- Operate as a Trusted Advisor to the C-Suite - Serve as a primary advisor to CIOs, CTOs, and business leaders, Frame problems in terms of decisions, tradeoffs, and economic value, Challenge assumptions and bring independent, evidence-based perspectives, Navigate complex stakeholder environments to drive alignment and action.
- Shape Technology Strategy in an AI-Native World - Define value-led technology strategies linking business goals to capabilities and investments, Advise on AI adoption, governance, and operating model transformation, Assess current-state platforms, data, and architecture—and define future-state roadmaps, Ensure strategies are grounded in execution reality, not theory.
- Lead Small, High-Leverage Teams - Work within a 3-role model: Client Leader (you), Engagement Architect, AI Facilitator, Orchestrate work across humans and AI agents, Deliver with speed, precision, and minimal overhead.
- Drive Growth Through Impact - Identify and pursue expansion opportunities based on outcomes delivered, Build long-term client relationships grounded in trust and results, Contribute to offer development, thought leadership, and market positioning.
- Operate as an AI-Native Advisor - Use AI to accelerate analysis, generate insights, and test scenarios, Leverage AI for decision support, risk identification, and narrative development, Continuously improve how work is done through AI-enabled workflows.
Job qualifications
Technical Skills
- Who You AreExperience -15+ years in technology, consulting, or product leadership.
- Background as: Senior consultant (e.g., McKinsey, Bain, Accenture) with delivery credibility, or Technology/operator leader (CTO, Head of Engineering, Product Leader).
- Proven experience leading complex transformations or platform initiatives.
- CapabilitiesStrategic + Technical Depth - Can connect business strategy to technology and architecture decisions, Comfortable operating across strategy, product, engineering, and data.
- Advisory Mindset - Frames problems as decisions, not tasks, Brings clear POVs, not just options, Influences without authority.
- Execution Grounding - Understands what it takes to actually deliver at scale, Avoids “strategy theater” disconnected from reality.
- AI-Native Orientation - Curious and hands-on with AI tools and workflows, Comfortable delegating work to AI while maintaining judgment.
- Leadership - High EQ and strong stakeholder navigation, Able to lead in ambiguous, high-stakes environments.
Professional Skills
- What Makes This Role Different.
- You will shape decisions, not just recommend solutions.
- You will work in small, senior teams, not large pyramids.
- You will use AI as a core part of how work gets done.
- You will be accountable for outcomes, not outputs.
- Why Join.
- Opportunity to help build a new model of consulting.
- Work directly with senior leaders on high-impact problems.
- Operate at the intersection of AI, technology, and business transformation.
- Be part of a team that values judgment, clarity, and execution.
Other things to know
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.
Job Details
Country: Singapore
Location: Singapore
Date Posted: 05-27-2026
Industry: Information Technology
Employment Type: Employee
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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