Job Summary: Practice Managers are expected to be subject matter experts capable of leading a group of like-minded Rackers in the Data science, AI and ML practice. This role includes both deliveries in a Professional Services Data Science Architect or an SME role on customer engagements as well a commitment to ensuring the overall success of the practice as a leader.
As an experienced Data Science Practice Manager who understands how to run successful professional services engagements, you will help drive projects that deliver successful outcomes for customers wanting to do Data science and AI/Ml projects. Successful candidates will have demonstrated the ability to think strategically about businesses, create technical definitions around customer objectives in complex situations, develop solutions and strategies, motivate & mobilize resources, provide technical guidance, and deliver results. The ability to connect technology with measurable business value is a critical component to be successful in this role. We seek team members who are self-motivated, driven, collaborative, and passionate about deep cloud adoption and technology in general.
As a manager, you will have a steam of direct reports that include Data Science Architects, Data Scientists, ML engineers who you will mentor and assist with their development. In addition to managing your direct reports, you will act as a leader within the practice, supporting objectives such as overall quality and efficiency of our delivery, supporting sales teams with shaping and reviewing opportunities, creating growth strategies for practice, and building and maintaining AWS alliance and partner relationships. Support operational tasks such as resourcing support or hiring and onboarding new Rackers. Strong communication skills, the ability to lead and inspire others, and emotional intelligence are critical to your success in this role.
Work Location: Remote
