Advisory Technical Program Manager

Description and Requirements

This role is open for the Edinburgh, Scotland location only
. Candidates must be based there, as the position requires working from the office at least three days per week (3:2 hybrid policy).

The Lenovo AI Technology Center (LATC)—Lenovo’s global AI Center of Excellence—is driving our transformation into an AI-first organization. We are assembling a world‑class team of researchers, engineers, and innovators to position Lenovo and its customers at the forefront of the generational shift toward AI. Lenovo is one of the world’s leading computing companies, delivering products across the entire technology spectrum, spanning wearables, smartphones, laptops, PCs, workstations, servers, and services/solutions.

This breadth gives us a unique canvas for AI innovation, allowing rapid deployment of cutting‑edge foundation models and flexible, hybrid‑cloud, and agentic computing across our full product portfolio. We are building the next wave of AI core technologies and platforms that leverage and evolve with the fast‑moving AI ecosystem, including novel model and agentic orchestration & collaboration across mobile, edge, and cloud resources.

Lenovo is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager (TPM) to drive the successful delivery of complex AI systems, applications, and model development projects. As a TPM, you will serve as a bridge between multiple technical teams, product management, and stakeholders, operating in a fast‑paced, globally distributed company. Crucially, this role requires a strong technical foundation – the ability to understand and articulate complex technical details is essential for effective communication and problem‑solving with our engineering and data science teams.

You will be responsible for program planning, execution, risk management, and communication, ultimately ensuring we deliver high‑quality AI solutions on time. If you are passionate about making Smarter Technology For All, come help us realize our Hybrid AI vision!

Project Planning and Execution: Define program scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with cross‑functional teams. Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies.

Technical Leadership: Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including engineering, product management, and stakeholders, to drive project delivery. Understand the big picture and system level to answer questions and clarify requirements.

Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with technical projects, ensuring timely resolution of issues.

Communication: Serve as a primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, progress, and issues.

Project Monitoring and Control: Track project metrics, identify deviations from plans, and implement corrective actions as needed.

Process Improvement: Develop and implement process improvements to enhance project delivery efficiency and effectiveness.

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

Experience: 8+ years of experience in technical program management, software development, or a related field, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects.

Technical

Skills:

Strong understanding of software development methodologies, technical architectures, and industry trends, with the ability to understand and discuss technical concepts related to AI/ML, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs).

Communication

Skills:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

Project Management

Skills:

Proven experience with project management tools (e.g., Atlassian), techniques, and methodologies (e.g., Agile). PMP, PRINCE2, or another project management certification is a plus.

• Opportunities for career advancement and personal development
• Access to a diverse range of training programs
• Performance‑based rewards that celebrate your achievements
• Flexibility with a hybrid work model (3:2) that blends home and office life
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Life insurance

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.