Program Manager, Artificial Intelligence; Foster

Expected compensation: 74.50 USD Per Hour

Hire Art is helping an on-demand, autonomous ride‑hailing company hire a highly skilled Program Manager, Artificial Intelligence to support the Autonomy team in delivering critical improvements across Perception, Prediction & Behavioral ML, Tele Guidance, Planning & Controls, and Collision Avoidance. In this role, you will focus on driving execution, tracking KPIs, and enabling engineering teams to deliver on key business objectives.

• Partner with engineering managers and functional leads to translate high‑level project goals into actionable roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables.
• Drive execution of cross‑functional initiatives independently, focusing on improving autonomous driving behavior.
• Support the development of metrics, measurements, and datasets for Driving Behavior KPIs.
• Proactively identify risks and build mitigation plans with cross‑functional teams.
• Create and deliver executive‑facing updates on statuses, risks, and key accomplishments.

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of program management experience with a focus on software development
• Proven ability to lead complex, cross‑functional projects independently
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Gantt charts, JIRA, Smartsheet, risk matrix)
• Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills

• Experience in AI/ML, autonomous vehicles, robotics, and/or automotive or aerospace processes
• Familiarity with autonomous system KPIs and engineering metrics
• Prior contract or consulting experience in high‑paced tech environments

• Pre‑tax commuter benefits
• Employer (Hire Art) subsidized healthcare benefits (Eligibility begins on the first of the month following 60 days of service)
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare‑related costs
• Hire Art covers all costs for short‑ and long‑term disability and life insurance
• 401k package

This is a full‑time, ongoing contract position staffed via Hire Art. It will be available to candidates who are local to the Foster City, CA area.

Hire Art values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas or employ corp‑to‑corp.