AI Native Delivery Manager (AI/Run practice)

Company: EPAM Systems

We are looking for an AI Native Delivery Manager to lead AI Native pods. In this role, you will manage cross-functional teams of AI-native engineers through their educational cycle and into billable, AI-driven client engagements.
This role is a strong fit for experienced Managers with a software engineering background who already have practical experience working with AI-accelerated software development and are ready to make AI Native delivery a core part of their career.
Unlock the potential of remote work in Kazakhstan, giving you the flexibility to work from home or access our offices in Astana, Almaty or Karaganda.
Responsibilities
* Manage one or several pods through education and live client deliveries
* Understand how to build and operate within the AI Factory to support delivery
* Champion AI SDLC and Spec-Driven Development (SDD) practices to ensure teams meet their commitments
* Coordinate with solution architects, staffing, and delivery teams, surface risks early, and stay accountable for outcomes
* Ensure artifacts, learnings, and estimation data from your pods flow back to the factory after each engagement
* Actively experiment with AI tools and approaches outside of formal training
* Think in terms of delivered features and business value, not just technical execution
* Act proactively, surface risks early, and take full accountability
* Be comfortable with rapid change and willing to unlearn old patterns
* Be ready to share learnings, contribute to the factory, and mentor pod members
Requirements
* Software development background with practical hands-on engineering experience
* 3+ years of delivery management experience leading engineering teams
* Proven, hands-on experience building AI agents and implementing AI SDLC on past projects
* Familiarity with AI technologies and their real-world application in delivery contexts
* Knowledge of AI SDLC and Spec-Driven Development (SDD) approaches
* Experience using enterprise AI tools for coding, testing, and design acceleration
* English proficiency: B2+ level
We offer
* We connect like-minded people:
* Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
* Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
* Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
* Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
* Corporate and social events
* We invest in your growth:
* Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
* Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
* Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
* Free English classes with certified teachers
* Discounts in local language schools, including online courses for the Kazakh language
* We cover it all:
* Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
* Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
* Medical & family care package
* Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
* Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
* Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)
* Housing support program: preferential mortgage access via Otbasy Bank partnership
EPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments.

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