Agent Program Manager

KPI Partners; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI Partners is seeking a seasoned Program/PM lead to direct AI agent and automation initiatives. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, product and engineering teams to outline roadmaps, success metrics, and delivery plans.

This role requires deep expertise in AI, automation, and digital transformation, with a track record of managing complex programs. The position is hybrid in Fremont, CA, offering interaction with enterprise clients and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 8+ years of Program Management, Product Management, Technology Consulting, or related experience.
• Experience managing complex, cross-functional technology programs.
• Strong understanding of AI, Generative AI, Agentic AI, automation, or digital transformation initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, stakeholders, and competing priorities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and executive-level communication skills.
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, or other project delivery methodologies.
• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of AI agent and automation programs from inception through deployment.
• Partner with business stakeholders, product managers, engineering teams, and operations teams to identify opportunities for AI-driven solutions.
• Define program scope, objectives, success metrics, and implementation roadmaps.
• Manage cross-functional project plans, timelines, dependencies, risks, and issue resolution.
• Oversee the development, testing, deployment, and adoption of AI agents and intelligent automation solutions.
• Drive stakeholder alignment through regular communication, governance reviews, and executive reporting.
• Monitor program performance, adoption metrics, and business outcomes to ensure value realization.
• Establish best practices for AI governance, compliance, security, and responsible AI usage.
• Support change management activities, including user enablement, training, and adoption strategies.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and business processes through AI and automation.

Skills

Program Management

AI

Generative AI

Agentic AI

automation

digital transformation

Education

Bachelor’s degree (business / CS / engineering / information systems)

Tools

Microsoft Copilot

Azure AI

OpenAI

Power Platform

UiPath

Job description

Location: Fremont, CA (Hybrid / 3 Days onsite a week)

Job Type: Contract – 12 Months

Mandatory Skills: Program Management, Strong understanding of AI, Generative AI, Agentic AI, automation, or digital transformation initiatives

Nice to have: PMP, Microsoft Copilot, Azure AI, OpenAI, Power Platform, UiPath, or similar AI/automation platforms

About KPI Partners

KPI Partners is a 5 times Gartner recognized data, analytics, and AI consulting company. We are leaders in data engineering on Azure, AWS, Google, Snowflake, and Databricks. Founded in 2006, KPI has over 400 consultants and has successfully delivered over 1,000 projects to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of AI agent and automation programs from inception through deployment.
• Partner with business stakeholders, product managers, engineering teams, and operations teams to identify opportunities for AI-driven solutions.
• Define program scope, objectives, success metrics, and implementation roadmaps.
• Manage cross-functional project plans, timelines, dependencies, risks, and issue resolution.
• Oversee the development, testing, deployment, and adoption of AI agents and intelligent automation solutions.
• Drive stakeholder alignment through regular communication, governance reviews, and executive reporting.
• Monitor program performance, adoption metrics, and business outcomes to ensure value realization.
• Establish best practices for AI governance, compliance, security, and responsible AI usage.
• Support change management activities, including user enablement, training, and adoption strategies.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and business processes through AI and automation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 8+ years of Program Management, Product Management, Technology Consulting, or related experience.
• Experience managing complex, cross-functional technology programs.
• Strong understanding of AI, Generative AI, Agentic AI, automation, or digital transformation initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, stakeholders, and competing priorities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and executive-level communication skills.
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, or other project delivery methodologies.
• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technology solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, PgMP, Agile, Scrum Master, or SAFe certification.
• Experience with Microsoft Copilot, Azure AI, OpenAI, Power Platform, UiPath, or similar AI/automation platforms.
• Knowledge of AI governance, security, compliance, and risk management frameworks.
• Experience driving enterprise-wide AI adoption and change management initiatives.
• Familiarity with data analytics, KPI development, and ROI measurement.
• Experience partnering with senior leadership to define and execute strategic technology initiatives."

Why KPI Partners

At KPI, you will be part of a fast-growing consulting firm at the intersection of data, analytics, AI/ML, and cloud platforms. You will work with leading technology partners, drive impact for global clients, and shape strategic growth in a collaborative, high-performance environment. KPI is recognized for employee focus, career development, and innovation.