Advisory Strategic Technical Program Manager

LATC Summary The Lenovo AI Technology Center (LATC) - Lenovo's global AI Center of Excellence - is driving our transformation into an AI-first organization. We are assembling a world‑class team of researchers, engineers, and innovators to position Lenovo and its customers at the forefront of the generational shift toward AI. Lenovo is one of the world's leading computing companies, delivering products across the entire technology spectrum, spanning wearables, smartphones (Motorola), laptops (ThinkPad, Yoga), PCs, workstations, servers, and services/solutions. This breadth gives us a unique canvas for AI innovation, enabling rapid deployment of cutting‑edge foundation models and flexible, hybrid‑cloud, and agentic computing across our full product portfolio. We are building the next wave of AI core technologies and platforms that leverage and evolve with the fast‑moving AI ecosystem, including novel model and agentic orchestration & collaboration across mobile, edge, and cloud resources. Position Summary Lenovo is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager (TPM) to drive the successful delivery of complex AI systems, applications, and model development projects. As a TPM, you will serve as a bridge between multiple technical teams, product management, and stakeholders, operating in a fast‑paced, globally distributed company. A strong technical foundation is required – the ability to understand and articulate complex technical details is essential for effective communication and problem‑solving with our engineering and data science teams. You will be responsible for program planning, execution, risk management, and communication, ultimately ensuring we deliver high‑quality AI solutions on time. Responsibilities Project Planning and Execution: Define program scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with cross‑functional teams. Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies. Technical Leadership: Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including engineering, product management, and stakeholders, to drive project delivery. Understand the big picture and the system level to answer questions and clarify requirements. Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with technical projects, ensuring timely resolution of issues. Communication: Serve as a primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, progress, and issues. Project Monitoring and Control: Track project metrics, identify deviations from plans, and implement corrective actions as needed. Process Improvement: Develop and implement process improvements to enhance project delivery efficiency and effectiveness. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Experience: 8+ years of experience in technical program management, software development, or a related field, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects. Technical Skills: Strong understanding of software development methodologies (SCLC), technical architectures, and industry trends, with the ability to understand and discuss technical concepts related to AI/ML, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs). Preferred Qualifications Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross‑functional teams. Project Management Skills: Proven experience with project management tools (e.g. Atlassian), techniques, and methodologies (e.g. Agile). PMP, PRINCE2, or another project management certification is a plus. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lenovo