Technical Project Manager (AI/ML, FTE / Hybrid)

NTT America, Inc.; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid time off

Life & AD&D

Short/Long term disability

Employee assistance

Job summary

NTT DATA is seeking a Technical Project Manager (AI/ML) to lead cross‑functional programs in Irving, Texas. The role emphasizes ML model development, data pipelines and deployment pipelines while coordinating with hardware and software teams.

You will mentor other TPMs, influence leadership on ML readiness and performance metrics, and help shape technology strategy in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• 7+ years applying AI in practical uses.
• 5-7 years Technical Program Management on deep-tech products with AI/ML data pipelines.
• 5+ years hands-on experience with ML-based products and metric-driven evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Lead programs of complex technology projects intersecting hardware, software, and regulatory constraints with emphasis on AI/ML model development, training, evaluation and deployment.
• Own execution by briefing leadership and unblocking teams on ML performance, data needs and training infrastructure.
• Drive tradeoffs to hit timelines, considering model iteration speed, data annotation pipelines and compute resources.
• Collaborate with engineering and leadership on design, prototyping, testing and training of AI/ML solutions.

Skills

AI/ML apps

Technical PM

ML data pipelines

Education

Bachelor's in CS/Engineering

Data Science cert

Job description

We are currently seeking a Technical Project Manager (AI/ML, FTE / Hybrid) to join our team in Irving , Texas (US-TX) , United States (US) .

Job Description - Technical Program Manager (TPM)

Day to Day job Duties:

• Lead programs consisting of complex technology projects, particularly ones that intersect with hardware, software, and regulatory constraints, with a strong emphasis on AI/ML model development, training, evaluation, and deployment pipelines.
• Exercise strong ownership over programs they lead, including briefing Autonomy leadership on execution and diving into technical details where necessary to unblock the team, especially regarding ML model performance, data requirements, and training infrastructure.
• Drive pragmatic decisions and tradeoffs to maximize probability of hitting critical timelines, considering factors unique to ML projects such as model iteration speed, data annotation pipelines, and compute resource allocation.
• Work with the engineering and leadership teams on the functional design, process design, prototyping, testing, and training of AI/ML solutions
• Advise leaders on technology, strategy, and policy issues related to AI/ML
• Manage ambiguity by presenting options with a clear point of view for leadership, particularly concerning ML model readiness, evaluation metrics, and performance trade-offs.
• Understand the role of TPM as an insider/outsider, someone who drives accountability through influence and soft power rather than hard power and authority, effectively influencing teams working on ML algorithms, data platforms, and simulation environments.
• Mentor other TPMs on the team and help them grow their craft as TPMs, sharing expertise in managing ML-centric technical programs.

Skills required:

• 7+ years of experience applying AI to practical uses
• 5-7 years of Experience in Technical Program Management on deep-tech products or equivalent, specifically managing programs involving AI/ML components and data pipelines.
• 5+ years Hands on experience with ML-based products including evaluation with metrics driven analysis.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience, with a strong foundation in areas relevant to AI/ML.
• Certification/ course on Data Architect/Data Science from any reputed institute/ portal

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for U.S.-based positions. The starting pay range for this role is $83520.00 - $125,280.00. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.

This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.

• medical
• dental
• vision insurance with an employer contribution
• flexible spending or health savings account
• lifeand AD&D insurance
• short and long term disability coverage
• paid time off
• employee assistance
• participation in a 401k program with company match
• additional voluntary or legally-required benefits

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