Stakeholder Engagement

• Translate technical AI concepts into business-focused updates and recommendations.
• Facilitate executive-level reporting and strategic planning.
• Align AI program objectives with organizational goals and digital transformation initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or related field.
• PMP, PgMP, Scrum Master, SAFe, or Agile certification.
• 5+ years of program or project management experience.
• 3+ years managing AI/ML, data engineering, or MLOps initiatives.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML lifecycle management and cloud-based AI platforms.
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, SAFe, or hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Proven experience managing enterprise-scale technical programs.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Desired Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with tools and technologies such as:
• MLflow
• Airflow
• Databricks
• Jenkins/GitHub Actions
• Python
• Terraform
• Snowflake
• Knowledge of AI governance, model risk management, and responsible AI practices.
• Experience in VA or other Federal Agencies

Technical Skills

• AI/ML pipeline orchestration
• MLOps and CI/CD automation
• Cloud infrastructure and DevOps
• Data lifecycle management
• Risk and dependency management
• Resource planning and forecasting
• Executive reporting and stakeholder management

Soft Skills

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical abilities
• Strong leadership and team coordination capabilities
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced environments
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across technical and non-technical teams

About Aptive

Aptive partners with federal agencies to achieve their missions through improved performance, streamlined operations and enhanced service delivery. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, we support more than a dozen agencies including Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Homeland Security and the National Science Foundation. ​

We specialize in applying technology, creativity and human-centered services to optimize mission delivery and improve experiences for millions of people who count on government services every day. ​

Founded: 2012Employees: 300+ nationwide

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.

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