Project Manager - AI
Genzeon Global · Pune City Subdistrict, Maharashtra, India
IT Services and IT Consulting · 501-1,000 employees
About the role
Lead AI and enterprise software delivery programs using Agile methodologies while managing project plans, schedules, and cross-functional team coordination. Ensure alignment of scope, budget, and quality objectives while proactively identifying and mitigating project risks.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires 10+ years of experience in project or program management with a strong background in Agile/Scrum and AI/ML initiatives. Proficiency in tools like JIRA, Azure DevOps, and Microsoft Project is essential for this role.
Full description
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced AI Project Manager / Scrum Master with 10+ years of experience managing AI, Generative AI, Digital Transformation, and enterprise software delivery programs. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Agile delivery, velocity tracking, sprint planning, project governance, risk management, stakeholder communication, and proactive issue resolution. This role requires strong leadership capabilities to drive execution across cross-functional teams while ensuring predictable delivery outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead AI and enterprise software delivery programs using Agile/Scrum methodologies.
· Manage sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
· Track velocity, sprint burndown, release metrics, and overall delivery health.
· Create and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, dependencies, and roadmaps.
· Proactively identify, track, mitigate, and escalate risks, issues, and blockers.
· Coordinate activities across business, architecture, infrastructure, QA, and development teams.
· Drive stakeholder communication, executive reporting, and status governance.
· Ensure alignment of scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
· Facilitate decision-making and remove impediments impacting delivery.
· Support AI modernization, automation, and transformation initiatives.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Project & Program Management
· Project planning, estimation, scheduling, and execution [MUST HAVE]
· Risk, issue, dependency, and change management [MUST HAVE]
· Resource planning and capacity management [MUST HAVE]
· Executive reporting and governance management [MUST HAVE]
Agile & Scrum
· Scrum Master experience leading Agile teams [MUST HAVE]
· Velocity tracking, sprint metrics, and release planning [MUST HAVE]
· Backlog prioritization and sprint management [MUST HAVE]
· SAFe or Scaled Agile experience [GOOD TO HAVE]
AI & Technology Delivery
· Experience managing AI/ML or Generative AI projects [MUST HAVE]
· Knowledge of Azure OpenAI, AI platforms, LLMs, or enterprise AI solutions [GOOD TO HAVE]
· Experience managing cloud and modernization programs [MUST HAVE]
Tools & Platforms
· JIRA and Confluence [MUST HAVE]
· Azure DevOps (ADO) [MUST HAVE]
· Microsoft Project / Smartsheet / equivalent planning tools [MUST HAVE]
· Miro, Lucidchart, or collaboration tools [GOOD TO HAVE]
Leadership & Communication
· Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills [MUST HAVE]
· Strong facilitation and conflict resolution skills [MUST HAVE]
· Proactive issue identification and resolution [MUST HAVE]
Experience
10+ years of experience in Project Management, Program Management, or Scrum Master roles.
3+ years of experience managing AI, Data, Analytics, Generative AI, or Digital Transformation initiatives. [GOOD TO HAVE].
PMP, CSM, PMI-ACP, SAFe Scrum Master, or equivalent certification [GOOD TO HAVE].
Requirements
Required Skills & Qualifications
Project & Program Management
· Project planning, estimation, scheduling, and execution [MUST HAVE]
· Risk, issue, dependency, and change management [MUST HAVE]
· Resource planning and capacity management [MUST HAVE]
· Executive reporting and governance management [MUST HAVE]
Agile & Scrum
· Scrum Master experience leading Agile teams [MUST HAVE]
· Velocity tracking, sprint metrics, and release planning [MUST HAVE]
· Backlog prioritization and sprint management [MUST HAVE]
· SAFe or Scaled Agile experience [GOOD TO HAVE]
AI & Technology Delivery
· Experience managing AI/ML or Generative AI projects [MUST HAVE]
· Knowledge of Azure OpenAI, AI platforms, LLMs, or enterprise AI solutions [GOOD TO HAVE]
· Experience managing cloud and modernization programs [MUST HAVE]
Tools & Platforms
· JIRA and Confluence [MUST HAVE]
· Azure DevOps (ADO) [MUST HAVE]
· Microsoft Project / Smartsheet / equivalent planning tools [MUST HAVE]
· Miro, Lucidchart, or collaboration tools [GOOD TO HAVE]
Leadership & Communication
· Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills [MUST HAVE]
· Strong facilitation and conflict resolution skills [MUST HAVE]
· Proactive issue identification and resolution [MUST HAVE]
Experience
10+ years of experience in Project Management, Program Management, or Scrum Master roles.
3+ years of experience managing AI, Data, Analytics, Generative AI, or Digital Transformation initiatives. [GOOD TO HAVE].
PMP, CSM, PMI-ACP, SAFe Scrum Master, or equivalent certification [GOOD TO HAVE].
