Sr. Project Manager-AI

Los Angeles, California
IDj-10099
Job TypeContract
Remote TypeFull Remote
Compensation$86 - $90 / hr

This role requires candidates who are currently authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, and C2C arrangements are not accepted. This role is remote.

 

Overview

We are seeking a Sr. Project Manager - AI that leads end-to-end delivery of AI and data-driven initiatives, ensuring alignment between business goals and technical execution while managing scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and resources.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource plans for AI/ML initiatives.
  • Lead cross-functional teams (data science, ML engineering, data engineering, analytics) and maintain strong stakeholder communication.
  • Translate complex AI concepts into clear business insights and manage stakeholder expectations.
  • Identify and mitigate risks related to data quality, model bias, ethics, privacy, and security; escalate critical issues as needed.
  • Ensure data quality, governance, and security throughout the AI/ML lifecycle.
  • Maintain disciplined use of project methodologies, tools, templates, and portfolio management systems.
  • Oversee timely completion of technical and business deliverables.
  • Build and track detailed project schedules, milestones, dependencies, and resource assignments.
  • Conduct project meetings, document decisions, and manage risks/issues.
  • Deliver weekly status reports and prepare Gate Approvals and Change Requests.

 

Knowledge & Skills

  • Strong understanding of business processes, ideally in financial services or other regulated industries.
  • Deep project management expertise across all core PM disciplines.
  • Proficiency with PM tools (Jira, Confluence), productivity tools, and portfolio management systems.
  • Solid understanding of the AI/ML lifecycle, data pipelines, model training/testing, and MLOps practices.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Git.
  • Knowledge of data quality, governance, privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR), and algorithmic bias.
  • Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements and communicate effectively across teams.

 

Abilities

  • Strong analytical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving.
  • High professionalism, organization, adaptability, and accountability.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building capabilities.

 

Experience

  • 7+ years of project/program management experience, including AI/ML or data-focused projects.
  • Proficiency with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid methodologies.
  • Experience in regulated industries is a plus.

 

Preferred Certifications (Not Required)

  • PMP, Agile Certified Practitioner
  • Scrum certifications (e.g., A-CSM)
  • AI/ML-related certifications

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