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Senior Manager, Applied AI

Qvest US qvest.com Open · verified Oct 22, 2026
On-site Los Angeles New York Full-time Senior AI Engineering

At a glance

Senior AI Engineering role at Qvest US. Los Angeles · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $161,745–$225,300 across the United States.

Estimated pay

Qvest US has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.

$161,745 – $225,300
What the middle half of senior AI engineering roles in the United States paid, among postings that did state a salary.
Worked out from 435 postings that stated pay, median $195,000. Last updated Oct 22, 2026.
RoleAI Engineering
SenioritySenior
LocationLos Angeles
WorkplaceOn-site
EmploymentFull-time
PostedSep 19, 2024 · 2y ago
Also hiring inNew York
Role brief

aimlroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Guide client teams from project kickoff through requirements, design, build, testing and launch of applied AI systems
  • Run workshops and executive meetings, keeping client leaders informed as work progresses
  • Spot delivery risks early and set out ways to reduce their impact
  • Build client relationships while finding opportunities beyond the current assignment
  • Support practice growth through mentoring, hiring, strategy and improved delivery methods

What you bring

  • At least ten years managing projects, including four or more years leading SDLC or system implementation work
  • Hands-on experience delivering AI, machine-learning or applied AI systems
  • Experience leading project teams, PMOs and process improvement efforts
  • A bachelor’s degree in engineering, information systems, computer science, business administration or another related field

Who this fits

This senior client-delivery role suits someone who can lead teams through AI implementation and organizational change while working directly with client executives. The position is based onsite in Los Angeles, and client work may require travel; project needs can also call for onsite attendance at client locations.

From the employer

Who We Are

Qvest US is the global leader in technology and business consulting for the Media & Entertainment and Consumer Packaged Goods & Retail industries. We strategize, advise, design, develop and implement future-forward business & technology solutions. With expertise in digital media supply chain, data & analytics, IP & rights management, broadcast transformation, Salesforce and applied AI, our exceptionally talented teams partner with Fortune 1,000 companies to revolutionize markets and set new industry standards.
Who We're Seeking Qvest US is seeking an experienced Senior Manager in Technical Delivery, Applied AI, and Change Management to join our growing Applied AI practice. In this role, you will lead several technology and business consulting projects ranging from the implementation of AI solutions, to the formulation of organizational and AI process strategy, to PMO establishment. You will drive effective change management to ensure successful adoption, stakeholder alignment, and sustained value delivery. We are looking for an organized and industrious leader who will motivate teams and directly contribute to our growth.

What You'll Do

  • Lead project teams through all core project phases of Applied AI implementation, including project setup, requirements gathering, design, development, testing and deployment.
  • Facilitate workshops, provide status updates, and lead meetings across the executive levels of client organizations.
  • Proactively identify risks and issues, and provide mitigation strategies.
  • Maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities beyond your current engagement
  • Contribute to internal growth initiatives including mentorship, recruitment, strategy and/or methodology enhancement.

What You'll Bring

  • 10+ years of project management experience
  • 4-6 years+ of experience managing SDLC/system implementation-based projects
  • Experience implementing AI/ML/Applied AI systems
  • 2+ years of Media and/or Entertainment industry experience highly preferred
  • Experience managing high-performing project teams, PMOs, and process optimization initiatives
  • Experience managing teams through client-facing activities such as requirements gathering, stakeholder workshops, and deliverable review/approval sessions
  • Agile or Scrum coaching experience preferred
  • Experience contributing to business development
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, information systems, computer science, business administration, or other related fields

Preferred Experience

  • Experience in Media & Entertainment and/or Consumer Products industries
  • Experience at a large consulting firm (e.g., Accenture, Deloitte, EY, CapGemini, PWC)

Travel Requirements

Employees are responsible for traveling to and from client sites as required by their project or assignment, regardless of location. Travel may include sites outside the employee’s primary office location, state, or region.

Remote & Hybrid Work

While remote or hybrid work may be permitted for certain projects, client needs take precedence. Employees are expected to report onsite at the client location when required by the project scope, client request, or management directive.

Life at Qvest

We were founded on a culture of collaboration and inclusiveness, and this permeates each of our initiatives, both client-facing and internal. We offer a wide selection of benefits including medical, dental & vision, 401k matching and flexible vacation; we sponsor training to advance our teams’ skill sets and we prioritize our employees’ professional growth paths. Qvest US is currently 300+ people strong and we’ve been recognized as a “Best Place to Work,” a “Great Place to Work,” “Fastest Growing,” and “A Jewel."

Equal Employment Opportunity

Qvest is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qvest applies this stance to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including internships, at all levels of employment.