Chalhoub Group has been a partner and creator of luxury experiences in the Middle East for over six decades, specializing in luxury, beauty, fashion, and art de vivre products. The Innovation Tech Lead will play a vital role in exploring and validating new business models through prototyping and technical experimentation. Key responsibilities include developing technical prototypes, MVPs, and automated workflows to test new business models using no-code/low-code tools, as well as creating AI-driven automation tools to optimize workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Additionally, the role involves acting as a technical co-founder for Corporate Innovation Ventures within the Group, helping to build scalable business models.
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Key Responsibilities:
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New Business Model Validation & Prototyping
- Develop and validate ideas quickly with technical prototypes and MVPs.
- Identify scalable opportunities for long-term competitive advantages.
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AI & Automation for Business Impact
- Develop automation tools that improve business processes.
- Utilize tools like Zapier, Make (Integromat), and n8n for streamlined operations.
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No-Code/Low-Code Development
- Employ platforms like Bubble, Retool, and Airtable for rapid MVP testing and automation.
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Corporate Venture Building & Scale-Up Execution
- Guide projects from POC to full-scale commercialization, ensuring automation for scalability.
What You’ll Need to Succeed:
- Education & Experience: Full-Stack Engineer with AI & Automation expertise, having 5+ years in full-stack development, AI, or machine learning.
- Technical Skills: Proven ability to build AI-powered applications; comfortable with cloud-based infrastructure and automation tools.
- Entrepreneurial Mindset: Focus on execution and scaling, with experience in corporate innovation or startups.
Why Join Us?
Join a strategic innovation team at Chalhoub Group and work on cutting-edge AI and automation projects while operating with autonomy. We offer a competitive salary, potential long-term incentives, and opportunities for career progression into venture leadership roles.
Application Process:
Expect a practical, hands-on hiring process involving a technical challenge, live coding session, business and innovation interview, and a cultural fit assessment.
Diversity Statement:
Chalhoub Group welcomes all applicants and is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunities for all irrespective of gender, age, race, religion, national origin, or disability status.
