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AI Program Lead

TorontoFull-time2026-07-03 → 2026-11-08

Core

Central driver of AI strategy execution, consolidating cross-functional AI initiatives into a coherent program and enabling organizational adoption.

Role type

Senior IC AI Program Lead (Strategic Program Management)

Builds

Org-wide AI frameworks, governance structures, knowledge infrastructure, and execution tooling for enterprise AI deployment.

Domain

Enterprise SaaS / AI Strategy & Operations

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Program management, strategic operations, cross-functional leadership, AI strategy execution, stakeholder management, vendor coordination, executive reporting, risk management, data platform evaluation.

Preferred skills

LLMs, agent frameworks, knowledge management, data infrastructure, PMP/Agile certifications.

Technologies

LLMs, agent frameworks, data platforms, enterprise SaaS tools.

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end execution of a portfolio of cross-functional AI initiatives; define and maintain program governance structures; facilitate weekly AI Council alignment with C-suite; prepare executive status updates on portfolio health and risks; guide and coach department leaders on AI adoption; coordinate external vendor and contractor engagements.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight