Project Manager – AI Initiatives

Job ID: PRJ-IND-2267

Department: Innovation & Strategy
Job Type: Permanent
Location: India

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Project Manager to lead our cross-functional Innovation Team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of discovering, validating, and delivering cutting-edge technologies and solutions that align with Timesworld’s mission to stay ahead of the curve. You'll manage experimental projects, champion a culture of rapid prototyping, and bring bold ideas to life.

Key responsibilities:

  •  Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of innovation-driven projects, from concept to implementation.
  •  Work closely with internal stakeholders, including data scientists, developers, designers, and product leads, to transform ideas into viable prototypes and MVPs.
  •  Establish clear goals, timelines, and success metrics for innovation initiatives.
  •  Conduct market and trend research to identify emerging technologies and business opportunities.
  •  Promote agile methodologies, rapid iteration, and lean experimentation.
  •  Balance exploration with delivery – ensuring innovations meet real-world business needs and timelines.
  •  Facilitate brainstorming sessions, design sprints, and innovation workshops.
  •  Track performance metrics, risks, budgets, and resource allocations.
  •  Serve as the communication bridge between executive leadership and technical teams.
  •  Foster a culture of creativity, experimentation, and continuous improvement.

Requirements (Qualifications/Experience/Competencies)

  •  13+ years of overall IT experience, with 4–6 years of Project management.
  •  Strong understanding of emerging technologies such as AI/ML, automation, IoT, cloud platforms, and digital transformation trends.
  •  Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, explore hypotheses, and drive validation through experimentation.
  •  Ability to balance innovation with deliverables, timelines, and business priorities.
  •  Familiarity with KPIs, OKRs, and other goal-setting frameworks.
  •  Experience using project management tool Jira.
  •  Presentable personality with very good communication skills. PMP certification is required, and knowledge of project management tools is expected.