Project Manager (R&D)

WE ARESoftServe is a global digital solutions company headquartered in Austin, Texas, founded in 1993. With over 2,000 ongoing projects across the USA, Europe, and LATAM, we are about people who create bold things, make a difference, have fun, and love their work.We are a deep-tech R&D team within SoftServe, applying expertise in advanced AI, high-performance computing, hardware acceleration, life sciences, quantum computing, human-computer interaction, and technology commercialization. We develop cutting-edge technologies both in-house and as a service for world-leading R&D customers, collaborate with leading academic and technology partners, and present our research at global conferences and events.IF YOU AREA skilled professional with 7+ years of experience in ITExperienced with 5+ years in Project ManagementCapable of managing multiple projects in parallelExperienced working with AI/GenAI or R&D-driven initiativesHighly proficient in various commercial and engagement models (FP, T&M, DT, Outcome-based)Deeply familiar with AI/ML pipelines, cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP), and their business valueExperienced in initiating new projects from the ground upSuccessful in launching and scaling PoCs from pilot to full productionExperienced in pre-sales for AI/R&D clients (RFPs, proposals, workshops)Highly proficient in English at an upper-intermediate levelAND YOU WANT TOEnd-to-end ownership of AI & R&D projects, ensuring scope, quality, and value deliveryPartner with R&D leaders, scientists, and engineers to translate research goals into deliverable outcomesDrive project planning, estimation, risk management, and reporting for complex and innovative programsFacilitate requirements decomposition for emerging technologies (AI/GenAI, HPC, quantum, life sciences)Act as primary contact for client-side stakeholdersSupport pre-sales and early engagement – validate feasibility, create delivery plans, and present to clientsLead and mentor other PMs or coordinators on R&D delivery practicesCollaborate with Business Development and R&D leadership to shape new opportunitiesTOGETHER WE WILLDeliver cutting-edge AI & R&D programs with global clientsWork at the crossroads of research and commercial applicationGrow into a trusted advisor for clients in AI and emerging technologiesTake part in global conferences, R&D showcases, and innovation eventsBuild delivery practices and playbooks for AI & R&D projectsContinuously learn and grow in one of the most innovative domains at SoftServeSoftServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status, and other protected characteristics under applicable law. Let’s put your talents and experience in motion with SoftServe.