Project Manager (AI Initiatives) - Remote Role

NTT DATA's Client is seeking a Project Manager to be responsible for leading high-priority, multi-cloud AI initiatives, focusing on the operationalization and enhancement of the AI Foundry. You will manage diverse workstreams involving research, Proof of Concepts (POCs), prototyping, and platform enablement across Azure and GCP environments. This role requires a hands-on leader capable of navigating agile delivery in a resource-constrained environment while managing complex vendor handshakes.

Key Responsibilities
Core Project Management: Execute end-to-end management of the project lifecycle, including meticulous scoping, scheduling, risk management, and change analysis.
Operationalization & Delivery: Transition AI prototypes (such as SIU information extraction or medical record analysis) into production-ready applications.
Multi-Cloud Enablement: Oversee platform enablement on Microsoft Azure and support the procurement and integration of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) for a multi-cloud strategy.
Vendor & Stakeholder Handholding: Coordinate with multiple vendors (e.g., Client, NTT, Converge Technology) to ensure seamless delivery of development and QA workstreams.
Resource Mentorship: Lead and mentor junior offshore development leads and functional teams, providing guidance on technical designing and task execution.
Financial Integrity: Manage project budgets and clarity records, ensuring alignment between approved funding and project timelines.

Required Skills & Qualifications
8+ years Agile Expertise: Proven experience in agile delivery, specifically for research-heavy or POC-driven technical projects.
AI/Cloud Literacy: Strong understanding of Microsoft Azure services; familiarity with AI operationalization (LLMs, agents, or automated design/review agents) is highly preferred.
Technical Versatility: Ability to bridge the gap between business requirements and technical design in the absence of dedicated architects or Client.
Communication: Exceptional "handshake " skills to manage collaboration between internal teams and external vendor PMs.

Project Specifics
AI Foundry Build: The "Lion's Share " of the role, focusing on platform foundation and enterprise-wide AI transformations.
Benefit Assist: Management of a major AI assistant project involving external development partners.
Enabled SDLC: Integration of AI agents (Design, Review, and Development agents) into every phase of the Software Development Life Cycle.


About NTT DATA Services:

NTT DATA Services is a recognized leader in IT and business services, including cloud, data and applications, headquartered in Texas. As part of NTT DATA, a $30 billion trusted global innovator with a combined global reach of over 80 countries, we help clients transform through business and technology consulting, industry and digital solutions, applications development and management, managed edge-to-cloud infrastructure services, BPO, systems integration and global data centers. We are committed to our clients' long-term success. Visit nttdata.com or LinkedIn to learn more.

NTT DATA Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regarding to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter so that we may connect you with the appropriate team.

This position is eligible for company benefits that will depend on the nature of the role offered. Company benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending or health savings account, life, and AD&D insurance, short-and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally required benefits.

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