AI Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Technical AI Software Project Manager to lead exciting projects in AI integration. In this dynamic role, you will manage multiple software and hardware projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery. Collaborating closely with tech leads, you'll navigate complex technical decisions and oversee Agile delivery cycles. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on world-class projects in a fast-paced environment, ideal for those with a strong background in AI technologies and project management. If you're ready to make an impact in a growing company, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a Technical Project Manager managing software and AI-driven projects.
• Experience in regulated environments (defense, aerospace, healthcare).

Responsibilities

• Manage software & hardware projects, including AI-driven solution deployments.
• Lead Agile delivery cycles, ensuring projects are delivered on time and budget.

Skills

Technical Project Management

Agile Methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)

Software Development Lifecycle

AI Integration

Communication Skills

Resource Management

Budget Control

GitHub PR Review

Tools

React

Python

Django

FastAPI

Flask

Job description

Job Description

My client is currently recruiting for a Technical AI Software Project Manager to work on exciting projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage 5+ software & hardware projects, including deployments, developments, and integrations of AI-driven solutions such as AVIS.
2. Lead Agile delivery cycles, including Scrum or Kanban, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
3. Manage project schedules, resources, risks, and issues, ensuring alignment with client requirements and internal objectives.
4. Collaborate with Tech Leads to ensure technical oversight and appropriate trade-offs in design and architecture, especially when integrating Large Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented (RAG) workflows, and other advanced AI technologies.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

1. 5+ years of experience as a Technical Project Manager or similar role managing software and AI-driven projects.
2. Proven track record in managing software projects that have shipped to production, preferably with React and Python stacks such as Django, FastAPI, or Flask.
3. Experience delivering AI-driven projects and integrating Large Models (LLMs), RAG workflows, or similar technologies, ideally related to AVIS or similar products.
4. End-to-end delivery experience in Agile environments, managing sprints, timelines, and budgets.
5. Ability to review GitHub PRs and communicate effectively with engineers regarding trade-offs and technical decisions.
6. Experience in regulated environments (e.g., defense, aerospace, healthcare, finance) and managing compliance/security accreditations.
7. Strong skills in scope and requirement definition, resource management, and budget control.
8. Experience working in fast-paced commercial settings, especially in start-ups or high-growth companies.
9. Excellent communication skills for presenting and liaising with senior stakeholders, clients, and external parties.

If interested, please send your CV and contact us for more information. The role requires security clearance or eligibility. Our client is working on world-class projects and is looking for someone to start ASAP.