Вакансия • Head of the Smart city office, Алматы
About the Project:
A large-scale infrastructure initiative focused on digitalization and urban development, implemented under a special legal status framework. The project involves the design and deployment of an integrated Smart City ecosystem, digital platforms, and data management systems, leveraging international best practices.
About the Role:
We are seeking a strategic and forward-thinking leader to drive the city’s digital transformation, establish a unified digital ecosystem, and deliver innovative projects, including initiatives structured as public-private partnerships (PPP).
The role includes launching and scaling core technological infrastructure - telecommunications networks, IoT systems, cloud solutions, and data management platforms - at the city or large-scale infrastructure level.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead PPP pilot projects in smart lighting, traffic management, smart parking, public Wi-Fi, waste sensors, fiber-optic infrastructure, autonomous shuttles, drones, and cloud data platforms
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Manage cross-functional teams and ensure seamless integration of digital solutions into city operations centers
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Structure and oversee public-private partnership (PPP) projects, attract private investment, and manage contractual and financial risks
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Develop and scale the city’s digital and telecom infrastructure (IoT networks, cloud platforms, integrated data ecosystems)
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Drive innovation in autonomous technologies, AI-powered analytics, and cloud-based real-time urban management solutions
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Oversee full digital product lifecycle - from strategy and pilot launch to scaling and operational deployment.
Professional Experience:
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5+ years of experience in Smart City development, digital infrastructure, or urban digital transformation
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Proven track record of successful PPP project implementation
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Hands-on experience launching pilot projects in emerging or developing cities (AI traffic systems, IoT networks, 5G backhaul)
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Experience delivering projects across multiple cities (experience in Asia is an advantage)
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3+ years managing large-scale infrastructure projects, including contract negotiation, risk allocation, SLA governance, and financial performance oversight
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Practical experience in telecom vendor selection (fiber/5G), cloud providers (AWS/Azure/GCP), and autonomous/drone system integration.
Education:
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Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Software Engineering, or related IT fields
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Professional certifications such as PMP, CISSP, ITU Smart City Specialist (preferred).
Technical Expertise (Preferred):
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Strong understanding of Agile/DevOps, microservices architecture, and API integrations within IoT ecosystems
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Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), data lakes, edge computing, and serverless architecture
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Knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, Kafka, Python, Java
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Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (Zero Trust, SOC 2) and AI/ML-driven urban analytics
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Product management capabilities: MVP roadmaps, user story mapping, A/B testing for smart city applications.
Key Competencies:
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Strategic leadership and stakeholder management (government and private sector)
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Strong investment and PPP structuring capability
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Deep understanding of Smart City IT ecosystems
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Ability to operate in complex, high-level, multi-stakeholder environments
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Fluency in English (C1+).
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