Accenture Federal Services is looking for an AI/ML Technical Lead to drive project delivery excellence, manage stakeholder relationships, and champion innovative AI/ML initiatives for the US federal government.
Requirements
- 3 years of technical project management experience
- 7 years in software delivery with government clients (federal, state, or local)
- Demonstrated experience leading AI/ML initiatives or proof of concept development
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and methodologies
- Experience with AI/ML technologies, frameworks, and implementation strategies
- Familiarity with government technology standards and compliance requirements
- Knowledge of DevSecOps, cloud platforms, and modern development tools
Responsibilities
- AI/ML Technical Lead end-to-end delivery of software development projects, ensuring adherence to scope, timeline, budget, and quality standards
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, risk registers, and delivery roadmaps
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including developers, engineers, analysts, and subject matter experts
- Oversee Scrum Master and ensure optimal implementation of Agile methodologies
- Monitor project health metrics and proactively address potential issues or roadblocks
- Identify opportunities to integrate AI/ML solutions into existing projects and workflows
- Lead development of AI/ML proof of concepts and pilot programs
Other
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, data science, or related field
- Government Client Relationship Management to Serve as primary point of contact for government clients and stakeholders
- Facilitate regular client communications, status updates, and milestone reviews
- Ensure compliance with government regulations, security requirements, and contracting standards
- An active TS/SCI federal security clearance is required
