Engineering Program Manager (contract)

Job Title: Engineering Program Manager, AWS Agentic AI

Job Description: The Engineering Program Manager for AWS Agentic AI will oversee the strategic planning, execution, and delivery of the PlanIQ Pilot project, aimed at scaling the MVP for crew use and establishing foundational components such as a semantic layer and knowledge graph. You will lead and coordinate across multiple engineering teams, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and quality standards. Your role involves managing project budgets, resources, and stakeholder communication effectively, particularly in collaboration with partners like Vanguard and KPMG.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate all aspects of the engineering efforts for the PlanIQ Pilot project, including semantic and data integration teams.

Lead the design and implementation of production-ready systems, emphasizing secure and scalable solutions.

Drive user experience enhancements through modern front-end technologies like React.

Facilitate Single Sign-On and role-based access implementations.

Monitor, control, and report on project progress, timelines, risks, and solutions.

Conduct regular meetings with stakeholders, partners, and AI council for alignment and approvals.

Ensure quality and compliance standards are met and maintained throughout the development lifecycle.

Oversee the POC development of the Semantic Layer and Knowledge Graph, ensuring feasibility and scalability.

Prepare comprehensive documentation and training materials for user enablement and support.

Skills

Proven track record in managing engineering programs related to AI and data-driven projects.

Expertise in cloud infrastructures, particularly AWS, with knowledge of Google Cloud Platform.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

Proficiency in modern development frameworks and languages: React, SQL, Python.

Experience with semantic technologies, graph databases, and knowledge graphs.

Excellent communication skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Ability to lead and manage offshore teams effectively.

Familiarity with best practices in security, authentication, and data privacy compliance.

Key Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Minimum 7 years of experience in engineering program management or a similar role, with a focus on AI and machine learning projects.

In-depth knowledge of AWS services, including Bedrock, Redshift, and S3.

Strong background in implementing scalable enterprise solutions and integrating security frameworks like Single Sign-On.

Demonstrated leadership capabilities in a multi-stakeholder environment.

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Understanding of business needs to translate them into technical requirements.

Willingness to travel internationally, if needed, to coordinate with teams and clients.

This role is crucial for successfully navigating the complexities of the PlanIQ Pilot project and ensuring its deliverables exceed expectations while establishing a pathway for future scaling and AI integration.