About Brillio

Brillio LLC is a fast-growing, pure-play Digital Transformation Solutions and Services company backed by Bain Capital private equity. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Silicon Valley, Brillio is focused on delivering design-led solutions for our customers. We are not an IT Services company trying to pivot and support the “next big thing.” As a digitally native company, everything we have done and will continue to do, will have this laser focus. Brillio delivers disruptive digital solutions across capabilities such as Design Thinking, Product Engineering, Data Analytics, Digital Front Office, and Digital Infrastructure. Our core values of Customer success, We Care, Entrepreneurial (mind set) and Excellence - drive everything that we do, from the very first day.

Brillio Romania

Brillio Romania is a dynamic and rapidly growing company with over 200 employees and offices in Cluj, Oradea, and Bucharest. With its fast-paced growth, the company has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to client satisfaction.

At Brillio Romania, we know our success comes from the innovative contributions and brilliant work of our people. So, we make fostering a positive work environment our top priority. Employees at Brillio Romania not only thrive, but they also have the chance to build long and fulfilling careers, fostering a sense of stability and dedication that ultimately benefits both the company and our valued clients.

Role:

Senior Program Manager Data & AI

About the Role:

We are seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Program Manager to lead the evolution of our data and AI ecosystem. This role goes beyond traditional project management; you will act as the product owner for your program area, defining strategy, navigating ambiguity, and delivering high-impact outcomes that scale AI capabilities across the organization.

Responsibilities:

AI Center of Excellence (CoE) Scaling

• Define and execute the roadmap for the AI Center of Excellence.
• Translate advanced research into scalable, repeatable global services.

Strategic Partnership Leadership

• Serve as the primary technical lead for key AI partnerships (e.g., Microsoft, AWS).
• Drive co-innovation initiatives and ensure early access to emerging technologies.

Strategic Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with senior leadership to align AI initiatives with core business objectives and KPIs.
• Bridge the gap between strategic vision and technical execution.

Service Definition & Delivery

• Define the vision, scope, and value proposition of data and AI services.
• Develop clear technical specifications to guide engineering teams in building secure, high-performance solutions.

AI Ecosystem Development

• Promote an AI-first culture across the organization.
• Establish frameworks for model deployment, data governance, and responsible AI practices.

Qualifications:

Strategic Leadership

• Demonstrated experience leading complex technical programs with a strong focus on product lifecycle and customer value.

Technical Expertise

• Deep understanding of AI/ML lifecycles, including LLMs, RAG architectures, and MLOps practices.
• Strong knowledge of cloud-based data and AI infrastructure.

Executive Communication

• Proven ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.
• Skilled at translating complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes.

Adaptability & Innovation

• Comfortable operating in ambiguous, fast-evolving environments.
• Track record of building and scaling initiatives from concept (0) to execution (1).

Soft skills:

• Strategic Thinking – Translates vision into impactful, scalable initiatives.
• Stakeholder Influence – Builds alignment and credibility with senior leaders.
• Clear Communication – Simplifies complex topics for diverse audiences.
• Leadership & Ownership – Drives initiatives with accountability and initiative.
• Adaptability – Thrives in ambiguity and fast-changing environments.
• Collaboration – Works effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Problem-Solving – Approaches challenges with a structured, solution-oriented mindset.
• Emotional Intelligence – Builds strong relationships and navigates conflicts effectively.