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Thoughtworks AI Labs (TAILS) is a global innovation and delivery organization that powers cutting-edge AI solutions across Thoughtworks. We focus on driving impact through three interconnected pillars: AI Research, AI Engineering and Specialty AI Services. TAILS is a key partner in advancing Thoughtworks’ global Data and AI strategy and services.
We are looking for a Project Manager to support the operational excellence and program execution within TAILS. You will report to the Director of Program Management and work closely with global Data and AI leadership across Thoughtworks. This is a pivotal role that blends structured coordination, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement to accelerate delivery, research, and innovation outcomes across TAILS’ core initiatives.
Job responsibilities
- Support planning, tracking, and execution of key initiatives across AI Research, AI Engineering, and Specialty AI Services.
- Maintain program timelines, deliverable tracking, and status updates to ensure alignment across global teams.
- Assist with operational workflows including budget tracking, vendor coordination, documentation, and resource allocation.
- Coordinate internal meetings, workshops, and reviews across cross-functional teams.
- Collaborate with senior leaders in Thoughtworks' global Data & AI functions to facilitate alignment, reporting, and program governance.
- Communicate progress, risks, and dependencies across key stakeholders in a timely and clear manner.
- Help implement and optimize lightweight processes that enable efficient collaboration between research, engineering, and business teams.
- Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and documentation best practices.
- Assist in onboarding team members, managing program documentation, and supporting shared team tools and systems.
Job qualifications
Technical Skills
- Experience in program coordination, project management, or operations (consulting or tech environment preferred).
- Clear written and verbal communication; ability to translate technical and research work into structured updates.
- Experience with tools such as Notion, Jira, Confluence, or similar productivity platforms.
- Interest or exposure to AI, data science, or research-oriented environments is a plus.
Professional Skills
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple streams of work.
- Comfort operating in a fast-paced, distributed, and global environment.
- A collaborative and proactive mindset – you take initiative and seek opportunities to help the team work better together.
Other things to know
Learning & Development
There is no one-size-fits-all career path at Thoughtworks: however you want to develop your career is entirely up to you. But we also balance autonomy with the strength of our cultivation culture. This means your career is supported by interactive tools, numerous development programs and teammates who want to help you grow. We see value in helping each other be our best and that extends to empowering our employees in their career journeys.
Job Details
Country: USA
City: San Francisco, California
Date Posted: 08-15-2025
Industry: Information Technology
Employment Type: Regular
About Thoughtworks
Thoughtworks is a dynamic and inclusive community of bright and supportive colleagues who are revolutionizing tech. As a leading technology consultancy, we’re pushing boundaries through our purposeful and impactful work. For 30+ years, we’ve delivered extraordinary impact together with our clients by helping them solve complex business problems with technology as the differentiator. Bring your brilliant expertise and commitment for continuous learning to Thoughtworks. Together, let’s be extraordinary.
Salary
Benefits: https://www.thoughtworks.com/en-us/careers/benefits
The annual salary range posted is subject to many factors and may vary depending on experience, geographic location, job responsibilities, performance, skills and/or training.
Salary
$129,100—$158,200 USD
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