Senior Program Manager – AI Digital Solutions
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-07-20
Listing for:
Jobtailor
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-20
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
AI Engineer (Applied/Software), AI Business & Operations
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Responsibilities
- Lead day‑to‑day execution of complex AI‑driven digital programs, coordinating across global, cross‑functional teams including software engineering, ML engineering, regulatory, clinical, and cybersecurity.
- Drive AI Development Lifecycle (AI‑DLC) execution from concept ideation, data strategy, model development, validation, deployment, post‑market monitoring, and lifecycle optimization.
- Lead tollgate execution for NPI, requisition, and sustaining programs, ensuring alignment with customer CTQs, regulatory expectations, and AI/ML governance requirements.
- Oversee delivery of AI‑enabled initiatives, including proof‑of‑concepts, algorithm development, platform releases, cloud and edge deployments, clinical/pilot trials, and install base enhancements.
- Champion the use of Generative AI tools across the development lifecycle (ideation, requirements generation, design, coding, testing, documentation, risk analysis, and commercialization readiness).
- Collaborate with business segments, enterprise partners, regulatory and quality teams, and third‑party vendors to deliver safe, effective, explainable, and compliant AI solutions.
- Define, apply, and continuously improve AI‑inclusive execution methodologies, agile/Dev Ops practices, and program management standards used across digital programs.
- Identify and proactively manage AI‑specific risks, including data quality, model bias, transparency, cybersecurity, clinical validation, scalability, and regulatory readiness.
- Communicate program progress, AI maturity, risks, and critical decisions with clarity and consistency to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
- Apply strong technical and product judgment to resolve moderately complex AI, software, platform, and operational challenges.
- Use data‑driven insights, analytics, and cross‑functional inputs to drive decision‑making and recommend scalable, customer‑focused AI solutions.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field;
Master’s degree preferred. - 8+ years of experience in software and digital product development, including program management for AI‑enabled or data‑driven solutions.
- Proven track record delivering cloud‑first and AI‑powered products from concept through commercialization in fast‑paced, regulated environments.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), MLOps, data pipelines, mobile applications, edge computing, and medical device connectivity.
- Hands‑on experience managing programs aligned to an AI Development Lifecycle (AI‑DLC)
- Familiarity with subscription and recurring revenue business models , digital platforms, and AI‑enabled SaaS offerings.
- Demonstrated leadership and influence across global, diverse teams including engineering, data science, clinical, and regulatory stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, complex dependencies, and competing stakeholder needs.
- Proficiency with program and agile management tools such as Jira, Azure Dev Ops, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet , and AI lifecycle tooling.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills, with comfort leveraging data and AI insights.
- Solid understanding of PRD lifecycle, QMS, software lifecycle processes, and regulatory expectations for AI/ML.
- Experience delivering AI-enabled products in regulated environments (e.g., healthcare, medical devices) is strongly preferred, including commercialization readiness.
- Understanding of global medical device software and AI regulatory considerations, including FDA, EU MDR, and emerging AI regulations.
- AI Development Lifecycle (AI‑DLC)
- cloud computing
- MLOps
- data pipelines
- algorithm development
- Generative AI
- program management
- software development
- digital product development
- regulatory compliance
- leadership
- communication
- problem-solving
- decision‑making
- collaboration
- organizational skills
- influence
- risk management
- analytical skills
- adaptability
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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