VP, AI Program Manager, Governance & Compliance

Open Systems Technologies; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Open Systems Technologies is seeking an experienced AI Program Manager specializing in Governance and Responsible AI to lead cross-functional AI projects in the financial services sector. You will oversee inception through delivery, ensuring alignment with AI governance frameworks and regulatory requirements.

You will coordinate business and technical stakeholders, act as Scrum Master when needed, and drive ethical, compliant AI solutions while maintaining schedule and budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in CS/Engineering/Business or related field.
• 7+ years in technical project management with at least 3 years leading AI/ML projects.
• Strong knowledge of AI governance frameworks, ethical AI, and regulatory compliance in financial services.
• Proven ability to plan, track, and deliver complex technical projects on time and within budget.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for diverse audiences including senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple technical AI projects to defined scope, goals, and budget.
• Drive AI governance and Responsible AI compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate creation and maintenance of necessary documentation and secure required approvals.
• Develop project plans, track milestones, manage risks and dependencies, ensure delivery.
• Operate as Scrum Master in Agile environments when needed and facilitate ceremonies.
• Translate business requirements for data scientists and engineers and ensure mutual understanding.
• Provide status updates and executive summaries to stakeholders and leadership.
• Identify and resolve conflicts to maintain momentum and team dynamics.
• Uphold accountability and drive strategic AI priorities.

Skills

AI governance

Agile methodologies

Scrum Master

Stakeholder communication

Budget & delivery

Technical liaison

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering/Business or related field

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Job description

AI Program Manager, Governance & Compliance

We are seeking an experienced and highly accountable Technical Project Manager with a specialized focus on AI Governance and Responsible AI, particularly within the financial services sector. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of AI projects, from inception through delivery, with a critical emphasis on ensuring compliance with AI governance frameworks. This role requires a blend of strong project management acumen, technical understanding, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex organizational structures to drive successful, ethical, and compliant AI solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership & Management: Lead and manage multiple technical AI projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. This includes defining project scope, goals, deliverables, and resource requirements.
• AI Governance & Responsible AI Compliance: Drive the integration of AI governance and Responsible AI principles throughout the project lifecycle. Ensure all AI development adheres to established ethical guidelines, regulatory requirements, and internal policies, especially relevant to financial firms.
• Documentation & Approval Management: Coordinate the creation and maintenance of necessary supporting documentation for AI projects, facilitating communication and collaboration to secure all required internal and external approvals (e.g., legal, compliance, risk, architecture).
• Planning, Execution & Delivery: Develop comprehensive project plans, track project progress against milestones, manage risks and dependencies, and ensure successful execution and delivery of AI solutions.
• Agile and Scrum Master Responsibilities: Work effectively within an Agile development environment, acting as a Scrum Master when needed. Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives, removing impediments and fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Technical Team Communication: Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technical development teams (data scientists, ML engineers, software developers), translating business requirements into technical tasks and ensuring mutual understanding.
• Stakeholder Communication & Reporting: Provide clear, concise, and timely status updates, executive summaries, and recommendations to senior leadership, project sponsors, and other key stakeholders. Tailor communication to different audiences, highlighting critical information and potential impacts.
• Conflict Resolution: Proactively identify, address, and resolve project conflicts, impediments, and interpersonal issues, ensuring project momentum and maintaining positive team dynamics.
• Accountability & Commitment: Demonstrate a high level of accountability for project outcomes and a strong commitment to achieving business objectives while upholding responsible AI principles.
• Forward Thinking & Driving Priorities: Exhibit a growth mindset by continuously seeking opportunities for improvement, anticipating future challenges, and actively driving strategic priorities within the AI landscape.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in technical project management, with a minimum of 3 years managing AI/ML projects.
• Thorough understanding and proven experience with AI governance frameworks, ethical AI principles, and regulatory compliance specific to the financial services industry.
• Strong experience working in Agile environments, including serving as a Scrum Master.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, track, and deliver complex technical projects on time and within budget.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts and project statuses to diverse audiences, including senior leadership.
• Proven ability to coordinate and communicate with various stakeholders (technical, business, legal, compliance) to achieve project objectives and secure approvals.
• Strong technical aptitude, capable of conversing effectively with technical teams and understanding architectural decisions and challenges.
• Exceptional problem-solving, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills.
• Highly accountable, committed, and possesses a growth mindset, continuously seeking to learn and improve.