AI Data Project Manager

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Hiring Remotely in Burnsville, MN, USA
In-Office or Remote
Mid level
Agency • Healthtech • Information Technology • Marketing Tech
The Role
Lead end-to-end delivery of AI and data projects by defining scope, timelines, success metrics, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing sprints and backlogs, mitigating risks around data/model quality and compliance, tracking KPIs, and ensuring stakeholder alignment and documentation for production deployments.
Summary Generated by Built In

This is a remote position.

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic and execution-focused AI Data Project Manager to lead cross-functional AI and data initiatives from concept to deployment. This role sits at the intersection of data engineering, AI/ML development, and business strategy.

You will be responsible for aligning stakeholders, managing timelines and resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring high-quality delivery of AI-driven solutions that create measurable business impact.

If you thrive in fast-moving environments, understand the nuances of AI/data workflows, and can translate technical complexity into clear execution plans — we want to talk to you.



RequirementsKey Responsibilities
  • Lead end-to-end delivery of AI and data projects (ML models, data pipelines, automation initiatives, analytics platforms, etc.)

  • Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and success metrics

  • Coordinate cross-functional teams including data engineers, data scientists, software developers, and business stakeholders

  • Translate business requirements into technical execution plans

  • Manage sprint planning, backlog prioritization, and roadmap alignment

  • Identify and mitigate risks related to data quality, model performance, compliance, and deployment

  • Ensure proper documentation, governance, and compliance with data privacy regulations

  • Track KPIs and report project status to leadership

  • Facilitate stakeholder communication and executive updates

  • Drive continuous improvement in AI project delivery processes

Required Qualifications
  • 3–7+ years of project management experience, with at least 2 years in AI, data, or analytics projects

  • Strong understanding of AI/ML development lifecycle (data collection, modeling, validation, deployment, monitoring)

  • Experience working with data teams (SQL, data pipelines, APIs, cloud environments)

  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies

  • Experience with tools such as Jira, Asana, Monday, ClickUp, or similar

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent communication skills — able to bridge technical and non-technical audiences

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience managing LLM, generative AI, or automation initiatives

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

  • Understanding of data governance, privacy, and compliance frameworks

  • PMP, Scrum Master, or similar certification

  • Experience in a fast-growing startup or digital agency environment

What Success Looks Like
  • AI projects delivered on time and within scope

  • Clear alignment between technical teams and business stakeholders

  • Measurable ROI from AI implementations

  • Strong documentation and repeatable delivery frameworks

  • Reduced bottlenecks across data and engineering teams



BenefitsWhy Join Us?
  • Work on high-impact AI initiatives

  • Collaborative, forward-thinking team

  • Opportunity to shape AI strategy and execution

  • Competitive compensation and benefits

  • Remote flexibility and growth opportunities



Skills Required

  • 3-7+ years of project management experience, with at least 2 years in AI, data, or analytics projects
  • Strong understanding of AI/ML development lifecycle (data collection, modeling, validation, deployment, monitoring)
  • Experience working with data teams and related technologies (SQL, data pipelines, APIs, cloud environments)
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
  • Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, Monday, ClickUp, or similar
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills; able to bridge technical and non-technical audiences
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Experience managing LLM, generative AI, or automation initiatives
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Understanding of data governance, privacy, and compliance frameworks
  • PMP, Scrum Master, or similar certification
  • Experience in a fast-growing startup or digital agency environment
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The Company
Burnsville, MN
6 Employees
Year Founded: 2017

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