**Overview:** We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Lead AI Specialist & Project Manager to spearhead the implementation and management of artificial intelligence initiatives within our organization. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of deep AI technical expertise, extensive project management acumen, and proven leadership in delivering complex AI/ML solutions. This role requires a professional with a strong understanding of Generative AI, advanced prompt engineering, and a comprehensive grasp of various AI concepts, coupled with a minimum of 10 years of experience in project management. **Responsibilities:** **Project Management & Leadership:** + Lead and manage the full lifecycle of AI projects from conception to deployment, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet defined quality standards. + Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, objective setting, resource allocation, and timeline management. + Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with AI projects, developing proactive strategies to ensure project success. + Coordinate and facilitate communication among cross-functional teams, including data scientists, machine learning engineers, developers, business analysts, and stakeholders. + Implement and adapt agile methodologies and iterative delivery approaches for AI projects, managing evolving scopes and prioritizing iterations. + Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure cost-effectiveness throughout the project lifecycle. + Conduct regular project reviews, post-project evaluations, and foster continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned. **AI Strategy & Technical Expertise:** + Develop and implement a comprehensive AI strategy aligned with organizational goals, identifying opportunities for AI integration to drive efficiency and innovation. + Utilize advanced Generative AI tools and techniques to enhance creative processes, automate operations, and optimize business functions. + Design, develop, and refine prompts for various Generative AI applications (e.g., text generation, image creation, code completion), experimenting with different prompt techniques to optimize model performance. + Act as a thought leader in prompt engineering best practices, model safety, and responsible AI design. + Collaborate with technical teams on data management, model development, deployment, and evaluation of advanced AI trends and tools. + Leverage machine learning and data analytics to extract actionable insights from project data and market trends to inform decision-making. + Ensure ethical considerations, data privacy, and responsible AI principles are embedded throughout the AI project lifecycle. + Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI technologies, including machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing (NLP), and computer vision. + Develop and maintain a prompt library or repository for reuse and knowledge sharing. **Qualifications:** **Education & Certifications:** + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related technical field is a plus. + **Project Management Professional (PMP)** certification or equivalent is highly desirable. + **Advanced Certification in Prompt Engineering** (e.g., from institutions like IBM, Coursera, or NVIDIA) is required, demonstrating expertise in creating effective prompts for Generative AI models **Experience:** + Minimum of **10+ years of progressive experience in Project Management** , with a proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex technology projects, preferably in AI/ML domains. + Extensive experience with **Generative AI models and applications** , including practical experience in designing and optimizing prompts for desired outputs. + Demonstrated experience in implementing AI solutions, ideally within a relevant industry. + Proficiency in project management software and tools like JIRA **Skills:** **Technical Skills:** + Strong understanding of core AI concepts, applications, and technologies (e.g., machine learning, deep learning, NLP, computer vision). + Expertise in prompt engineering for various Generative AI models. + Familiarity with data analytics, visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). + Understanding of AI security threats and mitigation strategies. + Knowledge of the AI project lifecycle, from problem definition to operationalization and monitoring. **Soft Skills:** + Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to bridge technical and business teams. + Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, especially in navigating the complexities of AI projects. + Adaptability, resilience, and a commitment to continuous learning in a rapidly evolving AI landscape. + Business acumen to align AI initiatives with strategic business objectives. + Ability to manage interdisciplinary teams and ensure ethical and compliant deployment of AI solutions. + Proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks. **Desired Outcomes:** + Successful delivery of high-impact AI projects that drive business value and innovation. + Establishment of best practices and standards for AI project management and prompt engineering. + Cultivation of a skilled and motivated AI project team. \#LI-AR1 ------------------------------------------------------ **Job Family Group:** Controls Governance & Oversight ------------------------------------------------------ **Job Family:** Assessment & Design ------------------------------------------------------ **Time Type:** Full time ------------------------------------------------------ **Most Relevant Skills** Analytical Thinking, Business Insights, Communication, Constructive Debate, Controls Lifecycle, Issue Management, Process Design, Program Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management. ------------------------------------------------------ **Other Relevant Skills** For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. ------------------------------------------------------ _Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status 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