Senior Project Lead/Manager - Ampcus Incorporated

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Senior Project Lead/Manager

Location(s): Philadelphia, PA & Westchester, PA

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Project Lead/Manager specializing in the utilization of GitHub Copilot. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in developing advanced AI solutions while harnessing the power of GitHub Copilot to streamline the development process.

Project Management:

• Lead the AI life cycle, from ideation to deployment.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver program objectives; Develop and manage project plans, budgets, and timelines, ensuring alignment with individual projects.
• Secure resources and manage cross-functional teams consisting of data scientists, engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress and identify and address potential roadblocks.
• Ensure projects meet quality standards and deliver expected business value.
• Identify and source the data sets required for the project.
• Ensure that related data assets and models are discoverable and re-usable for multiple projects.
• Track program progress and performance metrics, identifying and addressing potential roadblocks.
• Manage resource allocation and utilization across program projects.
• Ensure projects meet quality standards and contribute to overall program goals.
• Support risk management activities for the program.

Must to Have:

• GitHub Copilot
• AI solutions
• Manage and optimize AI infrastructure and resources.
• Recruit and hire new talent for the AI team.
• Manage external vendors and partners involved in program execution.
• Conduct program audits and assessments.
• Participate in industry events and conferences to stay up-to-date on best practices.

Strategic Leadership:

• Define and implement the AI roadmap, aligning it with overall business goals and objectives.
• Identify and prioritize key AI initiatives based on market trends, potential impact, and feasibility.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with AI projects.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across various departments (e.g., engineering, data science, product, business).
• Champion ethical and Responsible AI practices within the organization.

Agile AI Process Facilitation:

• Support the continuous improvement of the AI development process.
• Ensure Agile ceremonies such as standup meetings, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives are executed effectively.
• Remove impediments and obstacles that hinder the team.
• Shield the AI and data science team members from external distractions and disruptions.
• Coach the team on Agile principles and frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, and Data Driven Scrum.

Communication & Collaboration:

• Clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Effectively present project updates and results to leadership and team members.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment within the AI team.
• Actively participate in knowledge-sharing and cross-team collaboration initiatives.
• Develop and maintain program documentation for data science and AI and governance processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• AI Development: Design, develop, and implement AI solutions within the Gen AI project. Leverage GitHub Copilot to generate code, provide suggestions, and enhance productivity in AI development tasks with .Net GitHub Copilot.
• Integration: Utilize GitHub Copilot to assist in writing code, improving code quality, and accelerating development cycles. Explore innovative ways to leverage Copilot's capabilities effectively within AI development workflows.
• Code Review and Optimization: Conduct code reviews to ensure compliance with best practices, performance optimization, and adherence to project requirements. Work proactively to identify opportunities for code optimization and improvement using Copilot's suggestions and insights.