AI Engineering Program Manager (AI EPM)

Job Title: AI Engineering Program Manager (AI EPM)

Location: Cupertino, CA 95014 (Hybrid 3 Days Onsite per Week)

Duration: Long Term Contract

Visa: and on W2

Experience: 8 years

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced AI Engineering Program Manager (EPM) to lead and drive large-scale AI, Machine Learning, and Data Science initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in AI/ML, experience managing cross-functional programs, and the ability to deliver complex projects in fast-paced environments.

Required Skills

• 8+ years of experience in Software Development, Artificial Intelligence, or Machine Learning

• 4+ years of experience in a technical leadership or program management role

• Strong understanding of AI/ML systems and data-driven platforms

• Hands-on experience with Python and Large Language Models (LLMs)

• Experience with AI agent frameworks such as LangChain, Google ADK, or similar technologies

• Experience developing, deploying, and managing AI solutions in production environments

• Strong program management, stakeholder management, and communication skills

• Experience working with data, analytics, and AI-driven platforms

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of AI/ML and analytics programs

• Drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, data science, and business teams

• Manage project roadmaps, milestones, status reporting, and executive communications

• Identify risks, dependencies, and execution challenges while ensuring successful delivery

• Support deployment and scaling of AI-driven solutions and agent-based systems

• Ensure high-quality, reliable, and scalable program execution

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, AI, or related field

• Experience with evaluation frameworks for AI agents

• Knowledge of optimizing AI systems for performance, scalability, and cost

• Experience delivering large-scale AI platforms with measurable business impact

• Thought leadership or contributions within the AI/Agentic AI space

Additional Information

• Hybrid role: 3 days onsite per week in Cupertino, CA

• Video interviews (Skype/WebEx) accepted

• Opportunity for long-term engagement and potential permanent conversion