Technical Project Lead

Vantive; Región Centro; Hybrid; MXN 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant Consulting is seeking a Senior AI Project Manager in a hybrid Mexico-based role to lead end-to-end AI/ML and LLM initiatives. You will bridge business goals with technical execution, coordinating internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders in an Agile environment.

You will drive MVP/POC definitions, manage risks, and ensure delivery excellence while partnering with R&D or clinical development projects as needed.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of project or program management experience in technology or data-driven initiatives.
• Proven experience delivering AI/ML and LLM-based solutions in production environments.
• Experience operating in Agile/Scrum environments with distributed, cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage both internal engineering teams and external vendors.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts (data pipelines, model lifecycle, generative AI).

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, success metrics and roadmap aligned to business goals for MVP and POC.
• Lead Agile/Scrum delivery, including sprint planning, backlog management, and release coordination.
• Manage cross-functional internal teams and external vendors as central coordinator across business, technology, and vendor teams.
• Own end-to-end project health, including scope, timeline, budget, risks, and quality.
• Translate business requirements into technical execution plans with milestones and backlogs.
• Oversee delivery of AI/ML and LLM-based solutions from use case definition through MVP to full production.
• Monitor risks related to data, model performance, integration, and delivery timelines.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory, risk and change control requirements.
• Communicate progress, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Help drive adoption of new ways of working.

Skills

Project management

AI/ML

Agile/Scrum

Vendor management

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Senior Consultant - AI Project Management, Healthcare

About Cognizant Consulting Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant's consulting practice-we're a global community of 6,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we're looking for our next colleague who'll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you?About the role As an AI Project Manager, you will make an impact by leading end-to-end delivery of AI/ML and Large Language Model (LLM) initiatives, bridging business objectives and technical execution for the client's Research & Development organization. You will be a valued member of the Consulting delivery team and work collaboratively with cross‑functional internal teams, external vendors, business stakeholders, and executive leadership, operating within an Agile/Scrum environment to deliver scalable, high‑impact AI solutions and process redesign aligned to strategic priorities.In this role, you will:

• Define project scope, objectives, success metrics and roadmap aligned to business goals, including scope for MVP and POC execution
• Lead Agile/Scrum delivery, including sprint planning, backlog management, and release coordination
• Manage cross‑functional internal teams and external vendors, serving as the central coordinator across business, technology, and vendor teams
• Own end‑to‑end project health, including scope, timeline, budget, risks, and quality
• Translate business requirements into technical execution plans with clear milestones and prioritized backlogs
• Oversee delivery of AI/ML and LLM‑based solutions and process change from use case definition through POC and MVP releases to full production implementation and scaling
• Monitor and mitigate risks related to data, model performance, integration, and delivery timelines
• Ensure alignment with regulatory, risk and change control requirements (as applicable)
• Communicate progress, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders and executive leadership
• Help drive adoption of new ways of working

Work model We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Mexico. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work‑life balance through our various wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.What you must have to be considered

• 5-10+ years of project or program management experience in technology or data‑driven initiatives
• Proven experience delivering AI/ML and LLM‑based solutions in production environments
• Experience operating in Agile/Scrum environments with distributed, cross‑functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to manage both internal engineering teams and external vendors
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts (e.g., data pipelines, model lifecycle, generative AI)

These will help you succeed

• Experience translating complex technical solutions into business outcomes
• Familiarity with data governance, privacy, and responsible AI considerations
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills
• A background in Research & Development or experience in clinical development projects

Applications will be accepted until 10/26/2026
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.