Manager, AI Program Management

Otter Products•Fort Collins, CO

16h•$135,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Otter Products is hiring for a Manager, Technical Program Management – AI to lead our team in Fort Collins, CO. This role can work a hybrid schedule. We are seeking a highly motivated Manager, Technical Program Management – AI to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiatives. This people leader role will oversee a team of technical interns and cross-functional contributors, ensuring alignment between business strategy, technical innovation, and operational execution. The ideal candidate brings a blend of program management, change leadership, AI & technology understanding, and people management experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum of five years of relevant experience in technical program management, including in data or AI-related environments, is required.
Previous experience in a mentor, supervisor, lead, or manager role is required.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field is preferred.
Agile experience and certifications strongly preferred.
Lean/Six Sigma experience and/or certification is a plus.
PMP, CAPM, or CSM certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of AI programs, from ideation and prioritization through delivery and continuous improvement.
Partner with executive leadership to define AI strategy, roadmap, and measurable business outcomes.
Translate complex AI concepts into actionable program plans aligned with organizational goals.
Establish governance frameworks, success metrics, and reporting mechanisms across AI initiatives.
Drive planning, scheduling, and execution of AI and technology initiatives.
Ensure delivery within scope, timeline, and budget constraints.
Identify and mitigate risks, dependencies, and operational challenges.
Implement scalable processes and best practices for AI program management.
Support the responsible and ethical use of AI systems.
Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal, and organizational standards.
Promote transparency, fairness, and accountability in AI initiatives.
Directly manage and develop a team of interns and/or project leads.
Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance management to drive team effectiveness and growth.
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.
Allocate resources and prioritize work across multiple AI programs.
Partner with data science, information technology, engineering, marketing, product, finance, legal, compliance, and business stakeholders to prioritize and drive business results.
Facilitate alignment between technical and non-technical teams.
Navigate ambiguity and drive decision-making across competing priorities.
Support and maintain a positive safety culture by being an active leader in all safety program initiatives
Other duties as assigned