Introduction to Disney Experiences Technology & Digital
"We Power the Magic!" is the motto that drives our team at Disney Experiences Technology & Digital. We are the innovators behind the world-class, immersive digital experiences that bring magic to Disney's premier vacation brands, including Disney's Parks & Resorts worldwide, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, and Disney Vacation Club. Our mission is to create an end-to-end digital and physical Guest experience that surpasses expectations across all technology and digital-led initiatives. This includes Attractions & Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Resorts & Transportation, Merchandise, and other groundbreaking projects like MyDisneyExperience and Hey, Disney!
Job Overview
We are seeking an exceptional Lead Technical Project Manager with a specialization in Generative AI to spearhead our cutting-edge projects. This role is pivotal in driving innovation and orchestrating the development of advanced AI products that support our business strategies. As a Lead Technical Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and leading complex Generative AI projects, ensuring their successful execution and alignment with our overall product roadmap and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Planning and Execution: Develop and lead complex project plans, ensuring seamless collaboration across various teams and workstreams, and manage project timelines, scope, prioritization, cost, dependencies, and performance risks.
- Technical Expertise: Utilize expertise in user analytics tools to guide project decisions and lead the integration and effective use of generative AI and content-related technologies within the project scope.
- Risk Management: Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
- Team Collaboration: Facilitate cross-functional team meetings, fostering a collaborative and productive environment, and ensure that all stakeholders are informed and aligned with project goals and progress.
- Documentation and Reporting: Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including timelines, budgets, and prioritization plans, and provide regular project updates to stakeholders.
- Strategic Alignment: Assist product owners in developing outcome-based roadmaps, aligning project goals with strategic outcomes, and support technical owners in benchmarking tools, providing insights on tool selection and implementation.
- Vendor Management: Coordinate the RFP/RFI process with Sourcing partners for vendor/product selection, focusing on Generative AI technologies, and supervise project planning during discovery phases to ensure a robust understanding of AI technologies and their business implications.
Requirements and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
Essential Qualifications
- Experience: 7+ years of Program/Project management experience in software development of AI, with a preference for recent experience in Generative AI/LLM projects and leading cross-functional teams.
- Technical Understanding: Technical understanding of Large Language Models (LLM) and experience working with AI vendors.
- Agile Methodologies: Proficiency in Agile methodologies, Scrum management, with a history of successful project velocity and completion forecasting.
- Project Management Tools: Demonstrated expertise using project management tools, especially JIRA, Confluence, and GitHub.
- Cloud Technologies: Familiarity with cloud technologies (AWS, GCP, Azure) and a strong understanding of current LLM technologies and their business applications.
- Communication and Problem-Solving: Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with both business and technical teams.
- Financial Management: Experience with financial/budget management and complex cost-benefit analysis.
Preferred Qualifications
- AI Product Management: Understanding of AI product management methodologies.
- Project Management Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
- Agile Certifications: Agile Certifications (CSM; ACP; CSPO; SAFe; LeSS).
- Generative AI/LLM Certifications: Generative AI/LLM certifications.
Career Growth and Learning Benefits
At Disney Experiences Technology & Digital, we are committed to the growth and development of our team members. As a Lead Technical Project Manager, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and develop your skills in Generative AI and project management. We offer a range of training and development programs, including mentorship, coaching, and education assistance, to help you achieve your career goals.
Work Environment and Company Culture
Our team is passionate about creating innovative digital experiences that bring joy to our guests. We are a collaborative and dynamic team that values creativity, innovation, and teamwork. We offer a range of perks and benefits, including flexible working hours, remote work options, and access to Disney parks and resorts. Our company culture is built on a foundation of respect, inclusivity, and diversity, and we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including medical, financial, and other benefits. The hiring range for this position is $149,240 - $200,200 per year in Anaheim, CA, and $156,292 - $209,660 per year in Seattle, WA. We also offer a bonus and/or long-term incentive units as part of the compensation package, dependent on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Conclusion
If you are a motivated and experienced project manager with a passion for Generative AI and digital innovation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Lead Technical Project Manager at Disney Experiences Technology & Digital, you will have the chance to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and develop your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join our team and help us power the magic of Disney's digital experiences.
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