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American Express

Vice President, Technical Program Management – Enterprise Data & AI

American Express

Published 11 Mar 2026
Phoenix, AZ, USA
177K - 282K USD Annual
Onsite

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Generative AI
Data Governance
Integrations
Program Management
Security
Automation
Pivotal
Operations
Research
Reliability
Startup
Agile
SDLC
Browser

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

Description

\\\\Description\\\\ At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express. \\\\About Enterprise Data & AI:\\\\ TheEnterprise Data and AI (EDAI) organization unites data governance, strategy, engineering, and product teamswith those responsible forAI engineering, generative AI enablement, and automation product and engineering. This group plays a pivotal role in leveraging data as a core driver of innovation and integrating AI capabilities to transform products, operations, and customer experiences. The EDAI organization also incorporatestechnology R&Dand experimentation with emerging capabilities, along with engineering support forAmex Digital Labs. This integration ensures that research breakthroughs seamlessly translate into business impact. At American Express, were reimagining how data and AI power progress for our customers, colleagues, and the business. As VP, Technical Program Management Enterprise Data & AI, within Enterprise Data & AI (EDAI), youll lead delivery across some of our most strategic AI and data initiatives, driving end-to-end execution, scalability, and measurable impact. This role is perfect for a transformational leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, technology, and delivery connecting vision to action across platforms, teams, and the enterprise. \\\\How will you make an impact in this role?\\\\ \\\\What Youll Do\\\\ \\\ Drive seamless delivery and integration across platforms, domains, and lines of business to scale enterprise AI and data initiatives. \\\ Own risk and portfolio management identifying dependencies, resolving impediments, and driving continuous improvement. \\\ Translate strategy into execution, turning enterprise AI and data goals into clear, actionable delivery plans. \\\ Lead end-to-end delivery from inception through production, ensuring measurable outcomes and business value. \\\ Partner with risk and compliance teams to ensure alignment with data, model, and AI governance expectations. \\\ Champion platform reliability and scalability, driving metrics, reporting, and sustainable delivery frameworks. \\\ Collaborate with Technology and Business leaders to accelerate our enterprise AI Big Bets and enable responsible AI adoption. \\\ Engage the external ecosystem startups, consultants, and research institutions to bring cutting-edge insights and innovation into Amex. \\\\What Were Looking For\\\\ \\\ 10 years of experience leading large-scale technology, data, or AI programs in complex enterprise settings. \\\ Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver measurable, enterprise-level results. \\\ Deep understanding of data and AI platforms, governance, and platform health management. \\\ Expertise in Agile, SDLC, and organizational change leadership. \\\ Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving mindset with a knack for connecting the big picture to execution. \\\ A bold, transformational leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and fosters innovation and accountability. \\\ Exceptional executive communication and influence skills. \\\ Experience working with AI-driven technologies, automation, or emerging capabilities. \\\\Qualifications\\\\ Salary Range: $176,750.00 to $282,000.00 annually bonus equity (if applicable) benefits The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, well consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors. We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally: \\+ Competitive base salaries \\+ Bonus incentives \\+ 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan \\+ Free financial coaching and financial well-being support \\+ Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits \\+ Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need \\+ 20 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy \\+ Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location) \\+ Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program \\+ Career development and training opportunities For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site . American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions. We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually. US Job Seekers - Click to view the Know Your Rights poster. If the link does not work, you may access the poster by copying and pasting the following URL in a new browser window: Depending on factors such as business unit requirements, the nature of the position, cost, and application laws, American Express may provide visa sponsorship for certain positions \\\\Job:\\\\ Executive \\\\Primary Location:\\\\ US-New York-New York \\\\Other Locations:\\\\ US-Arizona-Phoenix \\\\Schedule\\\\ Full-time \\\\Req ID:\\\\ 26004079

Required Qualifications and Skills

The role requires 10 years of experience leading large-scale technology, data, or AI programs in complex enterprise settings. A proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver measurable, enterprise-level results is essential. Deep understanding of data and AI platforms, governance, and platform health management is necessary. Expertise in Agile, SDLC, and organizational change leadership is also required, along with strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Experience working with AI-driven technologies, automation, or emerging capabilities is expected.

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About the company

American Express

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78738

HQ

New York, US

Description

At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. Whether were supporting our customers financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly striving to uphold our powerful backing promise to our customers and each other every day. These beliefs have been our North Star for 170 years as our business transformed from helping evacuate travelers during World Wars, to ensuring the safety of our customers funds during the Great Depression in the U.S., to creating the Shop Small® movement to help small businesses recover from the Financial Crisis, to providing aid to communities impacted by many natural disasters and so much more. For generations, the key to our success has been the determination and resilience of our American Express colleagues. Now, as a globally integrated payments company, we work together to provide customers with access to products, insights and world-class experiences that enrich lives and build business success. Join us and lets lead the way together. Learn more about us at: https://www.americanexpress.com/careers https://www.americanexpress.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AmericanExpressUS https://www.instagram.com/americanexpress/ https://twitter.com/americanexpress https://www.youtube.com/user/AmericanExpress See our community guidelines at: https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/company/community-guidelines/ If you have a customer service issue or question, please visit www.americanexpress.com/contactus

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