Technical AI Project Manager

Moody's Investors Service; India; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Moody's Investors Service in India seeks a senior AI/ML delivery leader to drive end-to-end initiatives across analytics, data science and product teams. You will translate business needs into actionable delivery plans and coach agile squads for on-time, high-quality releases aligned with strategic objectives.

You will collaborate with data scientists, engineers and stakeholders, manage risks, and scale AI-enabled solutions while maintaining governance and cross-functional communication with

Qualifications

• 5–10 years delivering AI/ML initiatives in enterprise environments.
• Experience prioritizing roadmaps and coordinating multiple teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and senior-leader communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end AI/ML and Generative AI initiatives with business goals.
• Develop and manage delivery plans, coordinate cross-functional dependencies.
• Partner with product, engineering, analytics, and data science teams to align roadmaps.
• Champion Agile practices with sprint ceremonies and continuous improvement.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and provide visibility into progress and risks.
• Support product lifecycle activities including pilots and launches.
• Identify delivery risks and drive quality standards throughout the lifecycle.
• Collaborate to accelerate time-to-market for scalable AI solutions.

Skills

AI/ML delivery leadership

Agile delivery (Scrum/Kanban)

Backlog management

Stakeholder management

Jira & Confluence proficiency

Data science workflows & AWS

Finance concepts knowledge

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in CS/Engineering/IT

PMP/AWS/ Scrum/SAFe certifications preferred

Tools

Jira

Confluence

AWS

Job description

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are—with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody’s is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we’re advancing AI to move from insight to action—enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence.

Skills and Competencies

• 5-10 years of experience leading the delivery of AI, Machine Learning, or Generative AI initiatives within complex enterprise environments
• Strong expertise in Agile delivery methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban, with the ability to coach teams and drive continuous improvement
• Proven experience managing product backlogs, prioritizing workstreams, and aligning scope, timelines, and quality objectives across multiple teams
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence decisions, manage risks, and provide clear delivery updates to senior leaders
• Strong understanding of project governance, delivery reporting, and Agile tools such as Jira and Confluence
• Preferred: Familiarity with data science workflows, AWS, enterprise-scale AI deployments, and cross-functional, global team collaboration
• Knowledge of financial analysis and broader finance concepts is advantageous

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline. Business-related degrees will also be considered when supported by relevant technical experience
• Professional certifications such as PMP, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Scrum Master, SAFe, or equivalent Agile and delivery certifications are preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of AI, Machine Learning, and Generative AI initiatives, ensuring successful execution against business and strategic objectives
• Develop and manage delivery plans, coordinate cross-functional dependencies, and drive the timely release of high-quality product increments
• Partner with product, engineering, analytics, and data science teams to prioritize roadmaps, support quarterly planning, and align execution with business goals
• Champion Agile delivery practices by facilitating Sprint ceremonies, retrospectives, planning sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across business and technology functions, providing visibility into progress, risks, dependencies, and outcomes
• Support product lifecycle activities, including pilot programs, product launches, user feedback collection, and adoption initiatives
• Proactively identify delivery risks, implement mitigation strategies, and drive quality standards throughout the development lifecycle
• Collaborate with Data Science, MLOps, Engineering, and Product teams to enhance delivery processes, accelerate time-to-market, and ensure scalable AI solutions and contribute to the evolution of AI-enabled products by translating business needs into actionable delivery plans and measurable outcomes

About the Team

At Moody’s, we are transforming how the world understands and responds to risk. The AI Analytics team within Moody’s Ratings develops innovative Machine Learning and Generative AI solutions that power high-impact analytical and business initiatives. This team operates at the intersection of technology, data science, and business strategy, creating scalable and secure AI-driven capabilities that deliver meaningful outcomes for customers and stakeholders.
By joining us, you will have the opportunity to work with talented data scientists, engineers, and product leaders while helping shape the future of AI-powered solutions at scale. The role offers significant exposure to strategic initiatives, cross-functional collaboration, and opportunities for professional growth in a rapidly evolving AI landscape.

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.