Senior Program Manager: AI & Cloud Delivery Leader

Core42; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly bonus

Exclusive discount cards (Esaad and F

Premium family insurance

Learning & development

Job summary

Core42 is seeking a seasoned Program Manager for its UAE operations. The role commands end-to-end ownership of complex programs, coordinating senior stakeholders, and leading distributed teams across onsite and offshore delivery models to ensure on-scope, on-time, and on-budget outcomes.

Responsibilities include client relationship management, program planning, financial governance, and driving opportunities to expand AI services. A strong governance mindset and leadership presence are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field.
• 8+ years of program and project management experience with delivery impact.
• Experience running large, multi-stream programs (cloud migration, AI solutions).

Responsibilities

• Client & Senior Stakeholder Management: maintain relationships with clients and senior stakeholders and provide updates.
• Program Planning & Execution: define scope, objectives and deliverables; manage plans, resources, and budgets.
• Team Coordination & Quality: lead cross-functional teams across onsite and offshore delivery models; ensure quality and governance.
• Financial Management & Business Development: manage budgets and provide governance reports; identify opportunities to expand AI services.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Financial governance

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field

Job description

Core42 is seeking a seasoned Program Manager for its UAE operations. The role commands end-to-end ownership of complex programs, coordinating senior stakeholders, and leading distributed teams across onsite and offshore delivery models to ensure on-scope, on-time, and on-budget outcomes.

Responsibilities include client relationship management, program planning, financial governance, and driving opportunities to expand AI services. A strong governance mindset and leadership presence are essential.