Machine Learning Project Manager

1 month ago

Edmonton, Canada Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute Full time

“Are you passionate about leading innovative machine learning projects from concept to delivery? We're looking for a dynamic and driven Machine Learning Project Manager to join our team In this position, you'll act as the crucial bridge between our machine learning scientists and our industry partners, ensuring seamless communication, translating technical insights into actionable business strategies, and delivering cutting-edge solutions that drive real impact.”_
- Adam Danyleyko, Product Owner, Advanced Technology

**About the Role**

Reporting to the Product Owner, Advanced Technology, the Machine Learning Project Manager leads our machine learning initiatives and drives the successful delivery of projects in this field. As a Machine Learning Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and implementation of machine learning projects, working closely with cross-functional teams of data scientists, engineers, and stakeholders.

In this position, you’ll use your business and project management skills to play a pivotal role in facilitating exceptional relationships with Amii’s clients. You’ll bridge the gap between business and technical expertise while focusing your skills on planning and executing client engagements. Using your strong communication skills, you will keep all stakeholders and team members well informed on project progress and performance.

**Required Skills / Expertise**

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and success criteria for machine learning projects
- Take responsibility for end-to-end project deliverables and outcomes while managing and exceeding client expectations
- Develop a thorough understanding of client needs and work to coordinate internal teams to ensure the timely and successful delivery of client engagements
- Manage all project and client engagement aspects, such as dates, budgets, performance indicators, progress reports, contract agreements, and invoicing
- Facilitate communication and maintain strong relationships with all project stakeholders and team members
- Capture project outputs, track project deliverables, glean insights/best practices/lessons learned and incorporate feedback to continuously improve client engagement
- Inspire and motivate cross-functional teams using excellent leadership and team management skills
- Effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels

**Required Qualifications**:

- Post Secondary Degree in Science, Engineering, Business or related field
- PMP and/or PMI-ACP certification
- 3 - 5+ years experience in industry managing projects in a technology focused environment
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities effectively
- Intermediate understanding of machine learning concepts and techniques across various domains, including their strengths and limitations
- Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g. Asana, Miro)

**Attributes and Expectations**:

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
- Solid organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail
- Demonstrates a positive, group-win approach and a willingness to help, learn and share
- Promotes cross-functional collaboration and establishes credibility while influencing peers to achieve common goals

**What you'll love about us**
- A professional yet casual work environment that encourages the growth and development of your skills.
- Participate in professional development activities
- Gain access to the Amii community and events
- A chance to learn from amazing teammates who support one another to succeed.
- Competitive compensation, including paid time off and flexible health benefits.
- A modern office located in downtown Edmonton, Alberta.

**About Amii**

One of Canada’s three main institutes for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, our world-renowned researchers drive fundamental and applied research at the University of Alberta (and other academic institutions), training some of the world’s top scientific talent. Our cross-functional teams work collaboratively with Alberta-based businesses and organizations to build AI capacity and translate scientific advancement into industry adoption and economic impact.

**How to Apply**

regard to ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability. Accommodations for disability-related needs throughout the recruitment and selection process are available upon request. Any information provided by you for accommodations will be kept confidential and won’t be used in the selection process.

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