AI Delivery Manager

First Soft Solutions

Jersey City, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial Intelligence (AI) Programming Languages, Budget Management, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Vision, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Science, Delivery Management, DevOps, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Leadership, Microsoft Windows Azure, Model Validation, Performance Analysis, Performance Modeling, Privacy Controls, Problem Solving Skills, Product Demonstration, Production Systems, Project/Program Management, Proposal Development, Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Service Level Agreement (SLA), Software Development, System Integration (SI), Team Lead/Manager, Technical Delivery, Time Management, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
LOCATION
Jersey City, NJ
POSTED
7 days ago

We are seeking a high-impact AI Delivery Manager to lead the end-to-end execution of advanced AI initiatives, including Generative AI, Computer Vision, Digital Twin platforms, and real-time behavioral intelligence systems.

This role is responsible for translating AI strategy into production-grade deployments, ensuring alignment between business objectives, data pipelines, model lifecycle, and operational delivery. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of technical depth, program leadership, and stakeholder management, with experience delivering mission-critical AI solutions in regulated or high-security environments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end delivery of AI/ML programs from concept, POC, to production deployment

  • Manage cross-functional teams including Data Scientists, ML Engineers, Software Developers, and DevOps

  • Define project scope, timelines, milestones, and ensure delivery within budget and SLAs

  • Translate business requirements into scalable AI solutions (Generative AI, Computer Vision, Digital Twin, RAG pipelines)

  • Oversee full AI lifecycle management: data ingestion, model development, validation, deployment, and monitoring

  • Ensure alignment with MLOps practices including CI/CD, model versioning, and performance tracking

  • Drive deployment across cloud (Azure preferred), on-prem, and edge environments

  • Establish and monitor KPIs such as model accuracy, latency, system uptime, and adoption metrics

  • Implement AI governance and compliance frameworks (NIST AI RMF, data privacy, security standards)

  • Act as primary liaison between business stakeholders, technical teams, and leadership

  • Identify risks, manage escalations, and ensure timely issue resolution

  • Support innovation initiatives, client demos, and proposal development

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI/ML, or related field

  • 10+ years of IT delivery/program management experience with at least 5+ years in AI/ML projects

  • Proven track record of delivering AI solutions into production environments

  • Strong understanding of:

    • Machine Learning and Deep Learning concepts

    • Generative AI / LLM ecosystems

    • Computer Vision systems

  • Experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred, AWS/GCP acceptable)

  • Hands-on familiarity with MLOps tools and practices (CI/CD, model deployment, monitoring)

  • Strong knowledge of data pipelines, APIs, and system integration

  • Experience managing agile delivery (Scrum/SAFe)

  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

  • Ability to translate complex AI concepts into business value

About the Company

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