Technical Program Manager – AI & Machine Learning Programs

Overview

Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale AI, Machine Learning, Generative AI and Data Science programs at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, from ideation through production deployment.

What you'll do

• Translate business objectives into executable program plans, roadmaps, milestones and measurable outcomes.
• Establish governance frameworks, operating cadences and reporting mechanisms for AI initiatives.
• Drive program execution across multiple teams while managing timelines, risks, dependencies and resources.
• Partner with AI/ML engineers, data scientists, architects, product management, UX and engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions.
• Facilitate alignment among technical and business stakeholders on priorities, scope and delivery commitments.
• Lead executive reviews, steering committee meetings and strategic planning sessions.
• Influence cross-functional teams without direct authority to achieve program goals.
• Develop and maintain AI program plans, release schedules and portfolio dashboards.
• Ensure adherence to AI governance, compliance, security, responsible AI and model lifecycle management practices.
• Monitor delivery health, identify risks proactively and implement mitigation plans.
• Manage dependencies related to data availability, model training, infrastructure readiness, testing and deployment.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs), OKRs and program success metrics.
• Measure business impact including productivity, customer experience improvements, automation benefits, model adoption and operational efficiencies.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Drive Agile program management practices across multiple teams.
• Facilitate PI Planning, roadmap reviews, sprint execution tracking, release planning and retrospective activities.
• Improve delivery predictability, operational excellence and organizational maturity.
• Mentor project managers and junior program managers on best practices.
• Prepare executive-level presentations, status reports, business cases and investment proposals.
• Communicate program progress, risks, dependencies and strategic recommendations clearly to senior leaders.
• Serve as the primary point of coordination for complex AI initiatives spanning multiple organizations.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Business, Information Systems or related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in Program Management, Technical Program Management, Product Operations or PMO leadership.
• 3+ years of experience supporting AI, Machine Learning, Analytics, Data Platform or Digital Transformation initiatives.
• Proven experience managing complex cross-functional programs involving engineering, product and business teams.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies and product delivery frameworks.
• Experience building executive dashboards, governance mechanisms and delivery metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive decisions across organizational boundaries.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills.

Details

• Location: Bengaluru, Karnātaka, India.
• Work mode: Onsite, with an expectation to work primarily from an HPE office.
• Job level: TCP_04 (Engineering).