Technical Project Manager - ML & AI Initiatives

Cadmus; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

VTO

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Other benefits

Job summary

Cadmus is seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead ML and DS/AI initiatives for a major automotive entertainment client. You will coordinate multiple engineering teams, build integrated schedules, remove blockers, and drive on-time delivery.

This role requires strong communication, Agile leadership, and the ability to influence across stakeholders. You will champion technical excellence, manage risks, and mentor teams while advancing data-driven solutions that meet business goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Technical Project Manager or Scrum Master managing cross-functional projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, BI or Analytics or Engineering.
• Strong technical proficiency with ML or DS/AI teams.
• Experience managing large, ambiguous cross-functional programs in fast-paced environments.
• Experience TPM best practices: schedule development, risk management, status reporting.
• Experience reporting program data, preferably in Jira.
• Deep understanding of Agile and SDLC methodologies.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to facilitate teams and individuals working collaboratively.
• Experience with automation and AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini).
• Preferred PMP or Scrum Master certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate across multiple engineering teams delivering ML and DS/AI features and capabilities; coordinate activities with internal teams and external partners.
• Oversee end-to-end activities to ensure on-time delivery; build integrated schedules and manage blockers, risks, and issues; report program status.
• Lead Agile ceremonies and assist with story definition, backlog prioritization, and dependency resolution.
• Help engineering teams balance scope, timeline, and quality to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Advocate for clear priorities, technical excellence, process adherence, and customer-focused outcomes.
• Influence without authority and drive consensus across diverse stakeholders.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Agile methodologies

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, BI or Analytics or Engineering

Tools

Jira

Job description

Cadmus is seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead ML and DS/AI initiatives for a major automotive entertainment client. You will coordinate multiple engineering teams, build integrated schedules, remove blockers, and drive on-time delivery.

This role requires strong communication, Agile leadership, and the ability to influence across stakeholders. You will champion technical excellence, manage risks, and mentor teams while advancing data-driven solutions that meet business goals.