Technical Program Director - With AI/ML

CitiusTech; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Technical Program Director to spearhead the development of a GxP-compliant AI/ML platform for medical imaging. This role involves overseeing cross-functional teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and aligning the program with strategic business objectives. You will manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communications, making a significant impact in the healthcare sector. Join a dynamic environment that values creativity and collaboration, and be part of a mission to transform healthcare through technology. If you are an experienced leader with a passion for innovation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Work-life balance

Continuous learning opportunities

Diverse work culture

Great Place to Work certification

Qualifications

• 15+ years in program management in healthcare or life sciences.
• Experience with AI/ML platforms and AWS technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and deployment of a GxP-compliant AI/ML platform.
• Manage cross-functional teams and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Program management

Stakeholder management

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Engineering degree

Tools

JIRA

MS Project

AWS (S3, EC2, Lambda, SageMaker, RDS)

Job description

Technical Program Director - With AI/ML

Who we are:

At CitiusTech, we constantly strive to solve the industry's greatest challenges with technology, creativity, and agility. With over 8,500 healthcare technology professionals worldwide, CitiusTech powers healthcare digital innovation, business transformation, and industry-wide convergence for over 140 organizations through next-generation technologies, solutions, and products. We aim to accelerate the transition to a human-first, sustainable, and digital healthcare ecosystem with the world's leading Healthcare and life sciences organizations and our partners.

Here is an opportunity for you to make a difference and collaborate with global leaders to shape the future of healthcare and positively impact human lives.

Our vision:

To inspire new possibilities for the health ecosystem with technology and human ingenuity.

What is in it for you?

We are seeking an experienced Program Leader to lead the design, development, and deployment of a GxP-compliant AI/ML platform for medical imaging and RWD on AWS. The ideal candidate will oversee cross-functional teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and align the program with business objectives. You will be responsible for delivering this critical project on time, within scope, and budget, while ensuring adherence to regulatory frameworks and quality standards.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Develop and manage the program roadmap, objectives, and timelines.
2. Define KPIs, success criteria, and risk management plans.
3. Align program goals with the organization’s strategic objectives.
4. Program Execution & Delivery:
5. Coordinate with engineering, data science, product, compliance, and operations teams to ensure seamless platform development and deployment.
6. Monitor progress, track milestones, and manage dependencies across multiple workstreams.
7. Drive Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, retrospectives, and stand-ups.
8. Regulatory & Compliance Management:
9. Ensure the platform adheres to GxP compliance and meets relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA).
10. Collaborate with QA, validation, and compliance teams to ensure proper documentation and controls (e.g., validation protocols, SOPs).
11. Monitor adherence to AWS Well-Architected Framework for GxP workloads.
12. Stakeholder Communication & Reporting:
13. Serve as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders, including executives, clinical teams, and external partners.
14. Provide regular updates on progress, risks, and mitigation strategies through dashboards and reports.
15. Manage vendor relationships with AWS and third-party service providers.
16. Budget & Resource Management:
17. Manage program budgets, ensuring optimal allocation of resources.
18. Identify and escalate resource constraints or financial risks.

Required Experience:

1. 15+ years of experience in program management in life sciences, healthcare, or a related field.
2. Proven experience managing implementations of large-scale AI/ML platforms.
3. Hands-on experience managing projects/programs involving AWS technologies (e.g., S3, EC2, Lambda, SageMaker, RDS).
4. An understanding of medical imaging technologies (e.g., DICOM, PACS) and RWD frameworks would be advantageous.
5. Strong knowledge of GxP regulations.

Skills:

1. Expertise in Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe).
2. Strong project management tools expertise (JIRA, MS Project, or similar).
3. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
4. Ability to manage cross-functional teams and vendors effectively.
5. Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

1. Certifications: PMP, PgMP, or Agile certifications (CSM, SAFe).
2. Familiarity with machine learning frameworks and data governance policies.
3. Experience working with regulated environments (FDA, EMA).

Location:

Educational Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields.

Life at CitiusTech:

We focus on building highly motivated engineering teams and thought leaders with an entrepreneurial mindset, centered on our core values of Passion, Respect, Openness, Unity, and Depth (PROUD) of knowledge. Our success lies in creating a fun, transparent, non-hierarchical, diverse work culture that focuses on continuous learning and work-life balance.

Rated by our employees as the ‘Great Place to Work’ according to the Great Place to Work survey. We offer you a comprehensive set of benefits to ensure that you have a long and rewarding career with us.

Our EVP:

Be You Be Awesome is our EVP and it reflects our continuing efforts to create CitiusTech as a great place to work where our employees can thrive, both personally and professionally. It encompasses the unique benefits and opportunities we offer to support your growth, well-being, and success throughout your journey with us and beyond. Together with our clients, we are solving some of the greatest healthcare challenges and positively impacting human lives. Welcome to the world of Faster Growth, Higher Learning, and Stronger Impact.

Join CitiusTech. Be You. Be Awesome.

To learn more about CitiusTech, visit www.citiustech.com