Job Summary
As a Client Project Lead, you will be the crucial link between valued customers and innovative internal development teams within a rapidly growing AI Solutions startup. Your primary mission will be to ensure the seamless and successful delivery of cutting-edge AI-driven applications and custom software solutions, translating client needs into technical realities and driving exceptional customer satisfaction. This is a strategic role that bridges technical execution with client success, requiring close collaboration with product, development, and customer teams.
Who will you be joining?
You will be joining a dynamic and ambitious AI Solutions startup at the forefront of innovation. This company is dedicated to building and delivering transformative AI-driven applications and custom software solutions that empower its clients. The Technology / Delivery department is a collaborative hub where technical expertise meets client-centric delivery, all under the guidance of a visionary CTO. The company prides itself on a culture that values innovation, efficiency, and exceptional customer outcomes.
Why would you be a good fit?
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced professional who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and possesses a unique blend of technical understanding and client-facing prowess.
You would be a great fit if you can:
- Lead Program Management: Skillfully manage complex software programs comprising multiple interconnected projects, guiding them from initial concept to successful release.
- Drive Delivery Ownership: Take full accountability for ensuring that all software products and custom solutions are delivered on time, within scope, and consistently meet or exceed quality expectations.
- Excel in Client Relationship Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, proactively managing communication, providing regular updates, and effectively incorporating feedback throughout the program lifecycle.
- Foster Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate seamlessly with engineering, product development, and UX/UI teams to align technical execution directly with customer goals and broader business priorities.
- Navigate Risk and Change: Identify potential delivery risks early, clearly communicate their impact, and lead effective mitigation planning. You should be adept at adapting to changing requirements and evolving customer needs with agility.
- Provide Clear Status Reporting: Deliver concise, actionable updates to both internal stakeholders and clients through comprehensive progress reports and executive summaries.
- Champion Process Optimization: Continuously advocate for and implement improvements in our delivery processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Your qualifications should include:
- Proven experience in program or project management within dynamic software development environments.
- Experience with delivering AI-driven solutions is a significant advantage.
- Strong technical acumen, including the ability to understand software architecture, cloud platforms, and the basics of the Machine Learning (ML) lifecycle.
- A solid understanding of Agile, Scrum, and/or CI/CD methodologies.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
Preferred Skills that will make you stand out:
- Experience managing remote or distributed teams.
- Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Jira and GitHub.
- Knowledge of MLOps, major cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), and APIs is a plus.
- A background in custom software development firms.
What's in it for you?
Joining this company means becoming a pivotal part of a growing startup where your contributions have a direct and tangible impact. We offer:
- The exciting opportunity to shape the future of AI solutions and work with cutting-edge technologies.
- A dynamic, innovative, and supportive startup environment where your ideas are valued.
- The chance to directly influence client success and product development.
- A flexible hybrid working model that supports work-life balance.
- Significant opportunities for professional growth and career development as the company expands.
- A competitive salary and benefits package that reflects your experience and expertise.