Program Manager - AI & Data Science

Key responsibilities:

• AI Program Leadership:
• Manage the end-to-end execution of high-priority AI and data science initiatives, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Lead cross-functional teams of data scientists, engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders to implement AI-driven solutions.
• Own the project lifecycle, from ideation and scoping to execution, delivery, and post-launch assessment.
• Stakeholder Management:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business leaders, data scientists, engineers, and other stakeholders to align AI initiatives with business goals.
• Provide regular updates on program progress, including risks, dependencies, and timelines to key stakeholders.
• Strategic Execution:
• Work closely with leadership to define AI strategies and roadmaps, ensuring that the team’s efforts align with broader business goals.
• Drive the execution of multiple concurrent AI projects, balancing resources, timelines, and priorities effectively.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between AI teams, business units, and other technical teams.
• Ensure clear requirements gathering, documentation, and alignment between teams to minimize risks and maximize impact.
• Risk & Issue Management:
• Proactively identify potential risks and issues that may affect the project timelines and outcomes.
• Work with the team to develop mitigation plans and ensure timely resolution of blockers.
• Process Improvement:
• Continuously improve project management processes and methodologies to enhance productivity and delivery efficiency.
• Implement best practices and frameworks for AI project management across teams.

Skills and attributes for success:

Strong project management skills with expertise in Agile methodologies, stakeholder management, and resource planning.
Deep understanding of AI, machine learning, and data science concepts with the ability to communicate complex technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Familiarity with AI project workflows, tools, and platforms (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, AWS, GCP, or Azure).

Preferred education and experience:

2-3 years of experience in program management, with experience in AI, machine learning, or data science-related fields.
Proven experience leading cross-functional teams, delivering complex AI projects, and driving strategic execution.
Bachelor's degree in CS, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA is a plus.