Project Management (PM) comprises project management for execution of cross-functional / geographical projects and programmes from initiation to completion. Covers determination of project / programme goals and support of business objectives and strategies. Ensures projects / programmes achieve their targets, keep their schedule, and maintain estimated cost, time, and quality within planned scope. Covers management of risks that affect the delivery of project outcomes.
- Lead the full project lifecycle for AI/ML and GenAI initiatives — scoping, planning, resourcing, execution, and closure — using Agile, Scrum, or hybrid methodologies.
- Manage cross-functional squads spanning data scientists, AI architects, platform engineers, and business SMEs.
- Partner with IT and DO process owners to identify AI use cases tied to measurable process KPIs (cycle time, cost-to-serve, automation rate, quality).
- Ensure alignment with Nokia's IT governance, architecture standards, security, and data-protection requirements.
- Act as the single point of accountability for sponsors, business owners, and IT leadership.
- Run steering committees, executive reviews, and demo cadences; communicate progress in business terms.
- Maintain the AI delivery portfolio view, dependencies, and capacity plan.
- Produce monthly/quarterly status, financials, benefits, and risk reports for leadership.
- 8+ years of project/program management experience, with at least 3 years delivering AI/ML, data, or automation projects.
- Proven track record managing initiatives within IT and/or Digital/Delivery Office environments (ITSM, DevOps, automation, employee experience, or shared services).
- Strong grasp of the AI/GenAI lifecycle
- Hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum and project tooling (Jira, Azure DevOps, MS Project, Confluence).
- PMP, PRINCE2, or SAFe certification; Scrum Master certification preferred.
Excellent stakeholder management and written/verbal communication in English.
Nice to Have:
- Experience with cloud AI platforms (Azure AI, AWS, GCP) and enterprise GenAI tooling (Copilot, OpenAI, LangChain, vector DBs).
- Familiarity with ITIL v4, ServiceNow, and modern DevOps toolchains.
- Background in large-enterprise IT transformation.
- Exposure to responsible-AI frameworks and data-privacy regulations (GDPR).
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Some of our benefits in India:
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work–life balance
- Health and well-being support – medical insurance for you and your family, health check-ups, life and accident insurance, well-being programs, and employee resource groups
- A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave based on eligibility
- Personal Support Service 24/7 – a confidential support channel open to all Nokia employees and their families in challenging situations
- Career growth & mobility – technical career paths, job rotations, international assignments, and relocation support
- Continuous learning – technical certifications, mentoring programs, coaching, and digital learning platforms
- Opportunities to innovate and contribute through Nokia’s research and development environment
- Recognition programs that celebrate outstanding contributions
- Workplace support – ergonomic working support and mobile device programs based on eligibility
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