KUNGFU.AI helps companies establish their AI strategy, develop custom solutions, and transform around artificial intelligence. We believe in a practical approach where executing proven techniques creatively on narrow use cases creates transformation in aggregate.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will sit at the cutting-edge of machine learning and software engineering. You will be responsible for contributing to the Project Management Office, leading and managing engineering teams, guiding clients through our engagement methodology, and being the point person for all project delivery, quality, and client management from kickoff to launch.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years experience in a software development organization. Familiar with the software development life cycle and best practices in terms of processes, tools, and methodologies.

• 5+ years experience in a client-facing role in a professional services organization or consulting agency

• 5+ years experience in project management role from project initiation through final delivery and client acceptance

• Detail oriented and able to handle multiple simultaneous engagements

• Comfortable with ambiguity, multiple concurrent projects, and experimental/proof of concept work as a norm

• Able to build strong relationships, influence others, and build consensus across teams with diverse skillsets and working styles

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Familiar with quality assurance, quality control, and information security best practices

• Strong focus on efficiency and automation where appropriate

• Experience with and strong interest in project management tools, methodologies, and best practices

• Flexibility and willingness to occasionally stretch beyond the responsibilities outlined in this job description when needed

• Strong professional and academic credentials. Business degree combined with a technical degree (Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field) is ideal but not required

• PMP, CSM, or equivalent experience

You will join a team of experienced engineers and entrepreneurs bringing practical AI solutions to the market. Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Project management processes including generating estimates, creating resource plans, writing statements of work, monitoring project status (scope, schedule, budget), managing personnel, managing risks, and obtaining deliverable acceptance

• Play a critical leadership role in the customer journey

• Creation of contracts, project budgets, burn reports, forecasts, and invoicing documents

• Act as client’s primary point of contact, managing expectations, tracking dependencies, and resolving issue escalations

• Train staff, clients, and new talent on our methodology and engagement models

• Champion continuous improvement efforts including cross-training, knowledge sharing, and distribution of lessons learned within the PMO and throughout the organization

• Define and track quality metrics and the quality assurance process

• Change management

• Support business development by creating and maintaining product feature roadmaps

• Fiscal management on assigned projects and client deliveries

We live in an open, flexible, and ambiguous environment as part of this revolutionary industry. We are looking for an individual who can come into our growing services firm and make an immediate impact managing all aspects of a given project (scope, schedule, budget, quality, personnel, and client satisfaction) to ensure a successful outcome for our clients.

KUNGFU.AI Culture

We are committed to building an inclusive culture that’s professional and hardworking, while also fun, collaborative and open. We are proud to be the first company to take The Startup Diversity and Inclusion Pledge, which one of our co-founders started. We actively encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters more creative ideas, conversations, and results. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation such as a wheelchair accessible interview room or alternate formats for materials. We also believe in using AI for Good in both our client projects and our corporate philanthropy, where we dedicate time to work on pro bono projects for the greater good.

We value passion, courage, and original thinking.

• You should take ownership over the things you build and be eager to learn new skills.

• You should have a passion for teamwork and making others around you successful.

• You should be a self-starter and have a strong work ethic.

• We are an early stage company, so we all perform work outside of our job description every day, and you should expect to be given and take opportunities to do the same.

What’s in it for you:

This is a full-time position based in Austin, TX. We are currently 100% remote and are open to candidates outside of Austin although it is the preferred location.

Compensation includes competitive salary, company stock grant, profit sharing, top (‘gold’) level of health, dental and vision insurance (KUNGFU.AI covers 100% of your premiums and 50% for any dependents), health and dependent flexible spending accounts, short- and long-term disability insurance, unlimited vacation (that you're encouraged to take), paid parental leave, free parking near our downtown office and more.

If this opportunity gets you fired-up, we can’t wait to meet you! Please send your resume along with a cover letter explaining why you’re passionate about the idea of joining KUNGFU.AI and a great fit for this role.