Manager - Solution Owner (Data, AI)

TL;DR

Manager - Solution Owner (Data, AI): Bridging executive strategy and technical execution for enterprise Data and AI initiatives with an accent on agile program management and product strategy. Focus on converting business goals into technical requirements, managing cross-team dependencies, and ensuring measurable business value from prototype to production.

Location: Remote (Must reside and work in CA, WA, TX, OR, CO, PA, or GA)

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 a year

Company

A boutique business and technology consulting firm helping Fortune 500 and high-growth clients deliver strategic digital and data-driven initiatives.

What you will do

• Manage complex delivery for client engagements, defining project roadmaps, financials, and timelines for multiple workstreams.
• Lead agile governance including backlog refinement, sprint planning, and Scrum ceremonies to drive team velocity.
• Translate business goals into actionable technical requirements and communicate technical constraints to stakeholders.
• Manage cross-team dependencies and prioritize work to ensure seamless delivery from idea to production.
• Serve as the functional authority for Data, Technology, and AI solutions, evaluating use case feasibility and data lineage.
• Oversee quality assurance by defining success metrics, managing User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and validating data quality.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in product ownership and technical program management.
• Strong professional consulting background.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in Data, Technology, or AI environments, including knowledge of data pipelines and advanced analytics.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies and managing rapid development cycles.
• Must reside and work remotely from California, Washington, Texas, Oregon, Colorado, Pennsylvania, or Georgia.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement plan with company match from day one.
• PTO, holidays, and a sabbatical program.
• Learning and professional development support.
• Small-firm culture with direct access to leadership.