Technical Program Manager (AI)

TL;DR

Technical Program Manager (AI): Managing a portfolio of technical programs within the AI Simulation business unit with an accent on cross-functional execution, government compliance, and operational scaling. Focus on coordinating milestones for Chemical Simulation, translating technical progress for government stakeholders, and designing program management toolkits.

Location: Must be a US Person (Permanent Resident or Citizen). Remote or Hybrid within the United States.

Salary: $156,800 – $294,000 (depending on geographic tier)

Company

hirify.global is a high-growth company delivering AI solutions and Large Quantitative Models to address global challenges in life sciences, financial services, navigation, and cybersecurity.

What you will do

• Run the cross-vertical operating cadence for Chemical Simulation, including weekly stand-ups, monthly business reviews, and quarterly reporting.
• Own the source of truth for milestones, dependencies, and risks across seven Programmatic Areas, driving corrective actions with leadership.
• Serve as the primary operational interface to government counterparts, translating technical progress into compliance-grade narratives.
• Coordinate execution across Vertical Leads, Platform Engineering, Product, BD, Finance, and Legal/Compliance teams.
• Design and operationalize the program management toolkit, including dashboards, resourcing models, and reporting templates.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience managing complex technical programs in regulated, high-stakes environments (federal contracts, defense, or enterprise R&D).
• Demonstrated experience with U.S. Government program requirements, milestone reporting, and compliance documentation.
• Strong technical literacy in AI, scientific computing, or materials/chemistry programs.
• Exceptional executive-level communication skills for translating technical details to non-technical audiences.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (engineering, computer science, physical sciences, or related).
• Must be a US Person (Permanent Resident or Citizen).

Nice to have

• Direct experience executing CHIPS Act, BAA, OTA, or similar federally funded R&D programs.
• Familiarity with materials science, semiconductor manufacturing, or computational chemistry.
• Experience establishing the operating system for a new Business Unit in a high-growth company.
• PMP or PgMP program management certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary, equity, and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with 401(k) company match.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements and generous PTO.
• Direct exposure to CHIPS Act-funded programs and senior scientific leadership.
• Dedicated learning budgets to support professional growth and mentorship.