Job Description

Specialist Technical Product Management

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced AI/ML Product PMO professional to manage the end-to-end execution of AI/ML product initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product and project management, with expertise in scoping, resource allocation, timeline management, and risk mitigation. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives on time and within budget. Your ability to track KPIs, manage project milestones, support roadmap discussion and communicate effectively with stakeholders will be key to drive impact.

Key Responsibilities

Work with stakeholders to align AI/ML product initiatives with the organization's strategic goals, ensuring that product development efforts meet business objectives.

Manage AI/ML product projects from initiation to completion, including scope definition, timelines, resources, and risk management to ensure successful delivery.

Coordinate between data scientists, engineers, business stakeholders, and external partners to ensure alignment and smooth execution of AI/ML projects.

Oversee the entire AI/ML product lifecycle, from ideation, development, and model deployment to post-launch monitoring and optimization.

Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to track AI/ML project progress and outcomes; provide regular updates to leadership on status, risks, and achievements.

Manage AI/ML project resources effectively, ensuring the right skills and tools are available to support project milestones, including staffing, budget allocation, and technology selection.

Identify potential risks and issues related to AI/ML projects, mitigate them proactively, and create contingency plans to handle unforeseen challenges.

Ensure clear and consistent communication with internal and external stakeholders, including detailed documentation of project requirements, progress, and outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years industry experience or Master’s degree with 4+ years industry experience
• Proficiency in Product / Portfolio management, project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello) and methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
• Excellent multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile Certified Practitioner) are a plus.
• Program Management
• Knowledge of Data Science and Analytics
• Knowledge of Software Development
• Testing
• Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in STEM (MS, MBA)
• Knowledge of statistics, data science and machine learning & commercial pharma
• Experience of supporting End to End Project Management
  
  

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Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

VISA Sponsorship

Travel Requirements

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Shift

Valid Driving License

Hazardous Material(s)

Required Skills

Asset Management, Benefits Management, Management System Development, Product Management, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Strategic Planning, System Designs

Preferred Skills

Job Posting End Date

05/30/2025

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Requisition ID R345973