Program Consultant

Req ID: 379492

We are currently seeking a Program Consultant to join our team in Bangalore, Karnātaka (IN-KA), India (IN).

1. Job Title

Program Manager – AI/ML Platform Delivery

2. Location

Bangalore / Hyderabad

3. Employment Type

Full-Time

4. Experience Required

10–15 years of relevant experience

5. About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the delivery and lifecycle management of enterprise-scale AI/ML and GenAI platforms. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities, capable of driving cross-functional initiatives, managing stakeholders, and ensuring scalable, compliant, and high-performing platform operations.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in managing complex AI/ML programs, strong knowledge of cloud-based platforms, and a data-driven approach to decision-making.

6. In This Role, You Will

Lead end-to-end delivery of AI/ML and GenAI platform initiatives across multiple teams

Drive program planning, execution, and governance aligned with business objectives

Manage dependencies across engineering, data science, and product teams

Establish and track program KPIs, dashboards, and reporting frameworks

Collaborate with stakeholders to align priorities and ensure seamless execution

Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues proactively

Ensure adherence to platform governance, compliance, and security standards

Enable continuous improvement through data-driven insights and analytics

Support product operations and lifecycle optimization of AI/ML platforms

Drive adoption of best practices in AI/ML lifecycle management

7. Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

10–15 years of experience in program/project management, with strong exposure to AI/ML platforms

Proven experience in managing large-scale technology programs and cross-functional teams

Strong understanding of AI/ML lifecycle management, including deployment and monitoring

Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management and executive communication

Experience in risk and issue management within complex programs

Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Excellent communication and leadership skills

8. Desired Qualifications

Experience working with GenAI platforms and solutions

Certifications in Program Management (PMP, PgMP, Agile, or SAFe)

Exposure to platform governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements

Experience working in product-oriented organizations

Knowledge of data engineering and MLOps practices

Experience in building and operating delivery dashboards and metrics

9. Job Expectations

Own and drive successful delivery of AI/ML and GenAI platform programs with strong focus on timelines, quality, and scalability

Demonstrate strong program governance, planning, execution, and reporting discipline

Effectively manage cross-functional dependencies across engineering, product, and data teams

Build strong stakeholder relationships and ensure alignment across leadership and execution teams

Proactively identify and mitigate risks, issues, and program bottlenecks

Ensure adherence to AI/ML lifecycle best practices including deployment, monitoring, and optimization

Drive adoption of platform governance, compliance, and security standards

Leverage data and metrics to drive program decisions and continuous improvement

Establish and maintain delivery KPIs, dashboards, and executive reporting mechanisms

Support product operations and enable platform enhancements aligned with business needs

Utilize cloud platforms effectively for scalable AI/ML program delivery

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence

Primary Skillset

AI/ML Platform Lifecycle Management

Program Management

Dependency Management

Stakeholder Management

Risk Issue Management

GenAI / AI-ML Platform Delivery

Secondary Skillset

Analytical Metrics-Driven Decision Making

Product Operations

Cloud Experience

Platform Governance Compliance

Delivery KPI Dashboard Reporting

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in RD.

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