Project Lead

YW; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

YW is seeking an AI Project Lead/Manager to drive AI initiatives that improve operations, decision-making, and business outcomes. You will bridge traditional PM with advanced AI tech, ensuring successful planning, execution, and delivery.

You will collaborate with sales, product, and customer success teams, provide technical expertise during demos, and translate business needs into actionable technical requirements while leading cross-functional teams of AI engineers and data scientists.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; strong PM skills.
• 2-5 years of project management experience in technical environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end AI project lifecycle from initiation to closure.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Communicate status updates and manage expectations.
• Ensure quality standards and conduct post-project evaluations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

AI knowledge

Pre-sales experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field

Job description

The AI Project Lead/Manager is responsible for leading and delivering artificial

intelligence projects that enhance operational efficiency, decision-making, and business

outcomes. This role bridges the gap between traditional project management and

advanced AI technologies, ensuring successful planning, execution, and delivery of AI-

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end AI project lifecycle from initiation to closure
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and stakeholders
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Communicate status updates and manage expectations
• Ensure quality standards and conduct post-project evaluations

Technical Oversight

• Oversee AI model development, deployment, and evaluation
• Ensure proper data management and governance
• Stay current with AI trends, tools, and technologies

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead cross-functional teams including AI engineers and data scientists
• Translate business needs into technical requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field
• 2-5 years of project management experience in technical environments

Required Skills

Core Competencies

• Leadership and communication
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Business acumen and adaptability
• Attention to detail

The Project Lead/Manager will work closely with the sales, product, and customer

success teams to provide technical expertise during the sales process, ensuring our

solutions meet the specific needs of prospective and existing customers. You will serve as

a trusted advisor, assisting with product demos, technical presentations, and solution

design. This role requires a combination of strong technical skills, a deep understanding

of our product, and the ability to communicate complex concepts to non-technical

stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Pre-Sales Support: Collaborate with the sales team to understand customer needs and present tailored solutions that meet those requirements during demos, technical discussions, and proof of concept (PoC) engagements.
• Product Demos & Presentations: Lead technical product demonstrations and presentations, showcasing the value of our solution in addressing specific business challenges for potential customers.
• Solution Design: Work closely with prospects to understand their business goals, gather technical requirements, and design customized solutions using our platform. Ensure technical feasibility and compatibility with their existing systems.
• Technical Liaison: Act as the primary technical point of contact for prospective customers during the pre-sales process. Provide detailed answers to technical questions, and troubleshoot any issues or concerns that arise.
• Customer Onboarding: Work closely with customer success and implementation teams to ensure a seamless transition from the sales process to post-sale implementation, ensuring that customers get the most out of the solution.
• Solution Troubleshooting: Assist in identifying and resolving technical challenges that arise during the implementation or pre-sales process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
• 2-5 years of experience in a technical role
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with sales, product, and engineering teams.
• Experience with technical sales cycles, including pre-sales demos, proof of concepts, and solution design.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a customer-centric approach.