Senior Program Manager(Data and AI programs)

Zensar Technologies; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Zensar is seeking a seasoned Senior Program Manager to lead complex Data & AI programs from planning through delivery at our San Jose, CA site (2 days/week onsite). The role calls for strong program governance, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to communicate with senior leadership.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in program management, hands-on data platforms and ML/AI lifecycles, and experience coordinating with business, engineering and product teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of program/project management experience, with a significant portion in Data & AI initiatives.
• Hands-on understanding of data platforms, analytics, ML/AI lifecycle, and cloud data ecosystems.
• Proven record of delivering large, cross-functional programs.
• Excellent stakeholder management, executive communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage multi-workstream Data & AI programs from planning through delivery.
• Partner with business, engineering and product teams to align priorities and outcomes.
• Manage stakeholders at all levels, including director and VP/executive leadership.
• Prepare and present clear program updates, status reports, and executive-level communication.
• Drive governance, escalation management, and cross-functional coordination.
• Track KPIs and ensure delivery of business value from data and AI solutions.

Skills

Data & AI programs

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Jira usage

Education

College/University degree or higher

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Confluence

Job description

Zensar is a leading digital solutions and technology services company partnering with global organizations on their digital transformation journey. A technology partner of choice, with strong track-record of innovation, credible investment in digital solutions and assertion of commitment to client’s success, Zensar’s comprehensive range of services and solutions enable clients achieve new thresholds of performance. Part of the $40 billion APAX Partners’ portfolio of companies, Zensar is uniquely positioned to help existing businesses run efficiently, manage legacy transformation and plan business growth through innovative digital platform. https://www.zensar.com

Working at Zensar

Working at Zensar is an enriching experience. While work is driven by innovation and passion, fun is taken seriously too. An open environment is encouraged making it easy to brainstorm with colleagues. Creative thinking is encouraged through time out activities. Moreover, the offices have been designed to foster creativity and communication, bringing a little bit of home into work every day. Zensar provides and a comprehensive benefit package for all fulltime employees.

Zensar is seeking for Senior Program Manager(Data and AI programs)-San Jose,CA-(2 days/week onsite).This is open for Full time with excellent benefits and Contract Role as well with outstanding growth opportunities.

Job Description:

Role Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead complex Data & AI programs from planning through delivery. The ideal candidate combines strong program governance with working knowledge of data and AI initiatives, and communicates confidently with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Experience owning & managing multi-workstream Data & AI programs.
• Partner with business, engineering and product teams to align priorities and outcomes
• Manage stakeholders at all levels, including director and VP/executive leadership
• Prepare and present clear program updates, status reports, and executive-level communication
• Drive governance, escalation management, and cross-functional coordination
• Track KPIs and ensure delivery of business value from data and AI solutions

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of program/project management experience, with a significant portion in Data & AI initiatives
• Hands-on understanding of data platforms, analytics, ML/AI lifecycle, and cloud data ecosystems
• Proven record of delivering large, cross-functional programs
• Excellent stakeholder management, executive communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with program tools (Jira, MS Project, Confluence, etc.)
• PMP / PgMP / Agile certification (SAFe, CSM) is a plus
• Must be based in or willing to work onsite in San Jose, CA

Preferred:

• Prior experience from network domain companies or a similar large enterprise environment
• Education: College/University degree or higher

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