GitHub Copilot Lead

Contract Duration: 6 Months Total Positions: 1 Relocation Assistance: No Visa Sponsorship: No Experience Level: Mid-Senior (7+ years) Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred Compensation: $50–$55/hour (~$2,000–$2,200/week) Role Alignment • May be challenging for candidates without deep technical leadership experience in legacy IT systems • Not suited for those unfamiliar with Java, .NET, or C/C++ in complex enterprise environments • Likely frustrating for candidates without prior experience in AI adoption or GitHub Copilot implementation • Not a good fit for candidates who don’t enjoy or feel comfortable driving organizational change, leading teams, or managing full project lifecycles • May be difficult for those who prefer less hands-on involvement with end-to-end AI tooling projects • Not ideal for those unwilling to relocate or work onsite regularly About The Client A global IT services and consulting company that helps large businesses with digital transformation. They deliver business, technology, and engineering solutions through a flexible, agile approach. The company has a large international workforce, is known for excellence in software development and AI, and values innovation, sustainability, and community impact. Job Description Drive the adoption of GitHub Copilot across the organization, focusing on legacy systems (Java, .NET, C/C++, scripting) and COTS integrations. Key Responsibilities • Analyze team workflows and identify opportunities to implement Copilot effectively • Manage the rollout of Copilot features and development of custom agents on a quarterly schedule • Create strategies for integrating Copilot within Java, .NET, C/C++, and scripting environments • Collaborate with architects, developers, and leadership to support change initiatives • Supervise development of custom Copilot agents for legacy and COTS systems • Establish and track KPIs to evaluate adoption and impact • Develop and deliver training programs to enable organization-wide Copilot use Required Skills • 8+ years in technical leadership or similar roles • Strong hands-on experience with Java, .NET, C/C++ in legacy environments • Demonstrated experience implementing GitHub Copilot and custom agents • Solid project management skills across cross-functional teams • 7+ years applying Generative AI in business settings Work Environment & Culture • Work closely with teams across technical and management groups • Focus on using new AI tools to improve productivity • Success measured by clear goals and project outcomes • Fast-moving environment that requires adaptability and problem-solving • Take ownership of projects and be accountable for delivering results Fill in the form, we will contact you...