New

Program Manager - AI & Financial Services

TEKsystems
$65.00 - $75.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan

Apr 21, 2026
Program Manager - AI & Financial Services About the Role * We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to support a large-scale, enterprise-wide Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiative that will impact all internal employees and scale across the organization. This role partners closely with a tenured Program Manager and plays a critical part in enabling efficiency, scalability, and long-term cost savings across a growing AI program portfolio. * The ideal candidate brings strong foundational program management skills, hands-on experience managing AI implementations, and experience in the financial services industry. This is a highly visible role requiring clear communication, change leadership, and comfort operating in a regulated environment. * This position is fully remote. Key Responsibilities * Own and support day-to-day operations for a complex, enterprise-scale AI program with multiple workstreams * Partner closely with program leadership to drive execution, governance, and delivery across initiatives * Manage program planning, dependencies, risks, and milestones to ensure predictable and timely delivery * Support Agile delivery using tools such as Azure DevOps (ADO), Scrum, and modern Agile frameworks * Drive adoption of AI solutions across the organization, including governance, intake, prioritization, and scalability * Lead or support organizational change management efforts related to AI adoption * Communicate program status, risks, and outcomes clearly to stakeholders at all levels of leadership * Ensure programs meet regulatory, compliance, security, and privacy requirements expected in financial services environments Required Qualifications * Experience delivering programs in regulated environments with audit, risk, compliance, or security considerations * Experience scaling AI or technology initiatives across multiple business units * Familiarity with program dashboards, reporting tools, and performance metrics tied to outcomes * Certifications such as PMP, CSM, PSM, SAFe, or equivalent (strongly preferred but not required) * Strong foundational program management experience with clear end-to-end ownership of complex, multi-workstream programs * Direct experience managing AI, machine learning, or data-driven programs, including enterprise adoption and governance * Hands-on experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, including use of Azure DevOps (ADO) or comparable tools * Proven change management experience supporting enterprise-wide initiatives * Experience in financial services, such as banking, credit unions, fintech, or other regulated industries * Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and concisely to executive audiences What Success Looks Like in This Role * AI programs are delivered with clarity, structure, and predictable outcomes * Enterprise stakeholders adopt AI solutions with minimal disruption * Program governance, intake, and prioritization support scalability and sustainability * Leadership receives concise, confident, and actionable program communications * AI initiatives contribute to measurable efficiency gains and cost savings Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Tukwila, WA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.