Project Manager - Data Science & AI Engineering (BOSTON)

The Opportunity  

At  MassMutual ,   we’re   more than life insurance –  we’re   a leading financial services company committed to helping people secure their future and   protect   what matters most. As a  Project Manager in Data Science & AI Engineering ,   you’ll   orchestrate   the delivery of AI and data-driven solutions by managing scope, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.   You’ll   partner closely with data scientists, AI engineers, and product managers to ensure projects run smoothly and deliver measurable impact. Your ability to understand technical concepts   will help you   anticipate   challenges, facilitate collaboration, and keep teams aligned.  

 

The Team  

Our  Data Science & AI Engineering team is driving innovation through machine learning and AI-powered solutions – including   generative AI and emerging agentic AI approaches  – that transform how we deliver value across the enterprise.  

We work in high-caliber, product-focused teams that thrive on collaboration, curiosity, and diversity of thought. If   you’re   passionate about driving meaningful change, love working with brilliant minds, and want to see your work make a real impact, this is the place for you. This role is ideal for someone who excels at   managing technically complex initiatives   and ensuring seamless   execution across multiple teams and priorities .  

 

The Impact  

• Manage the delivery of AI and data science projects from planning through implementation.  

• Collaborate with   technical and non-technical teams to manage dependencies and ensure clarity of requirements.  

• Facilitate   agile ceremonies , including   scrums, sprint planning, retrospectives ,   while driving accountability.  

• Help stakeholders understand   what’s   possible with AI   and translate that into actionable project requirements.  

• Manage complexity   across   budget, timelines, scope, and stakeholder expectations.  

• Navigate   ambiguity , turning challenges into actionable plans.  

 

The Minimum Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree  

• 4+ years in   technical   field  (this can be a combination of academic, research-based, or professional environment).  

• 2+ years of experience managing technical projects   in Agile environments .  

• 2+ years of experience managing data science or AI projects .  

 

The Ideal Qualifications  

• Education : Master’s degree  (preferred)  in   business,   computer science, engineering, or other applicable   discipline .  

• Skills :  

• Strong understanding of project management tools  (JIRA, Confluence) and Agile frameworks.  

• A bility to   translate   technical details into clear plans and communications.  

• Exceptional organizational and leadership abilities.  

• Mindset :  

• Outcome-oriented and   detail-focused .  

• Comfortable influencing without   authority.  

• Thrives in   collaborative,   fast-paced   environments.  

 

What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team  

• Regular   collaboration   with the   Data Science & AI Engineering   t eam  

• Focused one-on-one   time   with your manager  

• Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ IA+ , veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups  

• Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms  

• Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits  

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