Program Manager - Data Science and AI

Program Manager - Data Analytics and AIFull Time PermWay of Work: Hybrid - 2 days in locationSalary: $125,800 - $188,600, plus annual bonusLocation : Columbus, OHRelocation Assistance ProvidedThe Data & Analytics Program Manager leads strategic development and execution of data science projects and AI initiatives. This role acts as the primary liaison between the data science team and business units, overseeing project lifecycles, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring projects meet their goals within time and budget constraints. Additionally, the Program Manager stays updated on industry trends, advocates for best practices in data science and AI, ensures compliance with data governance standards and develops KPIs to measure project success, and provides regular progress reports to senior management.Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Manages programs and projects of strategic or foundational importance to the enterprise, with organizational complexity across all functions

Supports the intake process and continuous improvement measurement of impacts to the business

Ensures measures are taken in projects to increase quality and mitigate risk, including risk analyses, impact assessment, needs assessment, requirements signoff, code reviews, test planning and execution, fallback plans, and deployment plans.

Acts as a change agent across organizational boundaries

Measures and reports project/program performance, milestones, and other project information to stakeholders and senior management on a regular basis, including escalating issues that require management attention

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

5+ years of applied experience designing, solving, managing, facilitating, and delivering business impact with data analytics

5+ years of experience leading projects or teams with multiple stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s or advanced degree in statistics, data science, physics, mathematics, engineering, computer science, or comparable discipline 

Experience working with data scientists, engineers and architects 

Experience leading a team of analytics professionals and aligning to a common goal 

Knowledge of Data governance techniques in the analytics space 

PMP or Scrum Master  

DisclaimerThe preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.#DataSci #DS #DataScience #Remote #Ohio #Columbus #OhioMeansJobs #SQL #Python #Spark #MachineLearning #ML #DataGoverance #NLP #ProjectManager #ITPM #ITProjectManager #ITProgramManager #ProgramManager #Remote #TechJobs #NowHiring #DiversityInTech #AI #ArtificialIntelligenceInclusion & DiversityValue inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.Equal Employment OpportunityNiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.Safety StatementPromote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.Salary Range:$125,800.00 - $188,600.00Posting Start Date:2024-03-15Posting End Date (if applicable):Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.At NiSource, you'll be part of the team serving nearly four million customers throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, who count on us to energize their homes and businesses. Whether speaking with customers by phone, analyzing financial data or installing new gas lines in a neighborhood, you’ll meet exciting challenges each day and make the most of your skills and talents. And you’ll be part of a company that was named by Forbes magazine as one of America’s Best Large Employers.We're looking for talent from all backgrounds. We invite candidates of all abilities to come as they are and do what they love. Through our years of successful growth, we’ve stayed true to our roots by making a difference in the lives of millions of our customers. If you’re interested in joining an inclusive, innovative company that fosters opportunity for growth, NiSource might be the place for you.