Senior Program Manager, AI & Data

phData

Engagement Lead managing AI and data programs at phData, a remote-first consultancy. Leading client engagements and collaborative project execution with technical teams across geographies.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex AI and data programs, managing client relationships, and delivering measurable outcomes through effective program management and financial oversight. Proficient in navigating ambiguity and aligning multi-geo teams to achieve strategic goals.

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Executive-Facing Client LeadershipConsulting & Engagement LeadershipProgram/Delivery ManagementCommercial & Financial OwnershipDomain Alignment

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementAgile DeliveryBudget ManagementRisk ManagementData Platform ManagementAnalyticsAI/MLMulti-Workstream InitiativesDelivery MetricsChange Control

Soft Skills

CommunicationRelationship BuildingProblem SolvingCoachingNavigating Ambiguity

Tools & Technologies

SnowflakeAWSAzureGCPModern BIML Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Experience

Industry Keywords

Data ProgramsClient EngagementTechnology ConsultingDelivery OutcomesFinancial Risk

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, and be accountable for the success of complex AI and data programs, serving as primary point of contact for client sponsors and partners.
Partner closely with technical delivery leads and execution teams to drive success and measurable client outcomes.
Translate client strategy into clear roadmaps and integrated delivery plans, balancing pace, quality, and risk across multi-geo teams.
Own and actively manage scope across all parties involved. Own or co-own engagement financials (budget, burn, margins, forecasting), early risk/variance management using delivery metrics (e.g., burn, velocity, adoption, value realization), associated communication, and change control as necessary.
Build strong, trust-based relationships with senior client and partner business and technology stakeholders.
Navigate ambiguity, conflicting priorities, and tough trade-offs with calm, data-informed recommendations.
Coordinate effectively with ecosystem partners (e.g., Snowflake, ISVs) to align roadmaps, funding, and delivery.
Shape a healthy, inclusive delivery culture by setting sustainable operating rhythms and coaching PMs/Delivery Leads/consultants.
Contribute to the ongoing iteration and refinement of existing phData processes and methodologies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Executive-facing client leadership: Track record working directly with executive stakeholders; excellent written and verbal communication, including concise status and executive storytelling.
Consulting & engagement leadership: Significant consulting experience leading complex technology programs and owning delivery outcomes.
Program/delivery management: Deep experience with multi-workstream initiatives (ideally data platforms, analytics, cloud, AI/ML) and strong command of Agile/iterative delivery.
Commercial & financial ownership: Experience managing budget, margin, and commercial risk on services engagements and comfort discussing trade-offs with internal and client leaders.
Domain alignment: Familiarity with modern data stacks (e.g., Snowflake, AWS/Azure/GCP, modern BI, ML platforms), including risks and trade-offs.
Foundational: Prior experience leading remote, multi-geo teams strongly preferred; Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development