AI Program Lead – 12-Month Contract (Onsite NY)

Cogent Infotech Pvt. Ltd.; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogent Infotech is seeking an experienced IT Program Manager to lead and manage IT projects within our AI program. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in IT project management, AI technologies, cloud platforms, and governance structures.

The successful candidate will coordinate across teams, managing timelines, budgets, and resources, and maintain alignment with organizational goals. The hiring team seeks 8–10 years of experience in IT PM, with AI exposure, PMP/PgMP or similar

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of IT project/program management experience with a focus on AI and cloud platforms.
• PM/PgMP, Agile or similar certifications.
• Knowledge of Azure and AI technologies, including LLMs and modern data platforms.
• Experience with AI governance frameworks and AI Centers of Excellence.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IT projects within the AI program, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with goals.
• Coordinate across teams, manage timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Translate AI initiatives into executable project plans and roadmaps.
• Run scrums effectively and maintain governance across projects.
• Ensure stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the program.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Agile/PM methodologies

Strategic thinking

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Azure

Job description

Cogent Infotech is seeking an experienced IT Program Manager to lead and manage IT projects within our AI program. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in IT project management, AI technologies, cloud platforms, and governance structures.

The successful candidate will coordinate across teams, managing timelines, budgets, and resources, and maintain alignment with organizational goals. The hiring team seeks 8–10 years of experience in IT PM, with AI exposure, PMP/PgMP or similar