Program Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated AI Program Manager to lead and coordinate multiple AI initiatives across the organization. This role will be responsible for driving progress across several AI tracks, curating high-quality content and demos, enabling knowledge management, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate will combine a strong foundation in AI with excellent program management skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Program Management: Plan, track, and manage execution of multiple AI initiatives; define milestones, deliverables, and success criteria; monitor risks and drive resolutions.
• AI Content & Demo Curation: Curate and maintain a library of AI solutions, demos, and assets; partner with technical teams to create compelling demos; support creation of knowledge artifacts.
• Knowledge Management & Enablement: Establish and maintain AI knowledge repositories; ensure collateral is updated; drive knowledge-sharing sessions and workshops.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with senior leadership and cross-functional teams; facilitate governance reviews; act as a bridge between technical and business teams.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred). Certifications in Program Management (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) are desirable.
• Experience: 12–16 years overall experience with at least 4–6 years in program/project management. Strong exposure to AI/ML, Data Science, or emerging tech programs. Experience managing cross-functional initiatives with global teams.

Required Skills

• Technical/AI Skills: Solid foundation in AI concepts (ML, NLP, Generative AI, LLMs, model lifecycle). Familiarity with AI tools, platforms, and cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP). Ability to evaluate AI use cases and articulate business value.
• Core Competencies: Strong program and portfolio management skills; excellent stakeholder management and executive communication; high degree of collaboration, leadership, and problem-solving; ability to work in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

Preferred Skills

• Key Attributes: Strategic thinker with an execution mindset. Strong storyteller with the ability to simplify complex AI concepts. Passionate about AI adoption and organizational transformation. Self-starter with a high level of ownership and accountability.

Job Title: AI Program Manager

Location: Bangalore or Pune

Reporting To: Head of AI – Financial Services Unit

Employment Type: Full-time

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