About this role
Managing complex data and AI programs forms the core of daily operations, requiring leaders to act as the primary point of contact for client sponsors while partnering with technical delivery teams to drive measurable business outcomes. phData builds solutions for large enterprises facing difficult data and AI challenges, operating as a remote-first consultancy that partners with industry leaders like Snowflake, AWS, Anthropic, Glean, and dbt. Professionals joining the team will orchestrate multi-geographic groups, manage engagement financials, oversee project roadmaps, and balance pace, quality, and risk across concurrent initiatives. Successful candidates bring strong consulting experience, commercial ownership of budgets and margins, and a proven ability to navigate ambiguity while communicating effectively with executive stakeholders.
What you will do
- Lead complex data and AI programs as the primary point of contact for client sponsors and partners.
- Collaborate with technical delivery leads and execution teams to guarantee successful client outcomes.
- Translate client strategy into clear roadmaps and integrated delivery plans while balancing risk and quality.
- Manage engagement financials including budgets, burn rates, margins, forecasting, and change control.
- Coordinate with ecosystem partners such as Snowflake and ISVs to align delivery schedules and funding.
- Shape an inclusive delivery culture by establishing sustainable operating rhythms and coaching project managers.
What you need
- Demonstrated track record working directly with executive stakeholders with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Significant consulting experience leading complex technology programs and owning delivery outcomes.
- Deep background managing multi-workstream initiatives involving data platforms, analytics, cloud, and AI or machine learning.
- Strong command of Agile and iterative delivery methodologies alongside commercial ownership of services engagements.
- Familiarity with modern data stacks including Snowflake, cloud platforms, modern business intelligence, and machine learning systems.
- Prior experience leading remote and multi-geographic teams along with a willingness to travel up to fifty percent per month when required.
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
What is the remote work policy for this role?
The company operates as a remote-first organization with employees spread across the United States, Latin America, and India. However, candidates must note that the position requires a willingness to travel up to 50 percent per month when requested by clients.
What kind of partners will I be working with?
You will coordinate effectively with major ecosystem partners like Snowflake and independent software vendors to align roadmaps, funding, and delivery. The company maintains close partnerships with industry leaders including AWS, Anthropic, Glean, and dbt.
What are the core commercial duties for this position?
The job involves owning engagement financials such as budgets, burn rates, margins, and forecasting. You will also manage commercial risk on services engagements and handle early risk management using delivery metrics.