Senior Technical Program Manager, AI & Model Governance at Vanguard

Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

FinanceIndustries

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in AI or model governance, risk management, or compliance within data science or analytics environments
Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams including data scientists, machine learning engineers, product owners, IT developers, and enterprise level governance bodies
Demonstrated success in designing and implementing governance processes from scratch, including documentation, enforcement mechanisms, and integration with operational systems
Experience leading governance committees or working groups, driving consensus, and delivering tangible outcomes under tight timelines
Experience working with AI/ML development teams and familiarity with AI/ML lifecycle tools and platforms, including AWS, JIRA, MLFlow, and model validation frameworks
Ability to synthesize practitioner feedback and advocate for governance improvements with enterprise stakeholders
Preferred: Ability to interpret and refine governance templates and documentation
Preferred: Understanding of financial industry (asset management in particular)

Responsibilities

Organize, design, and drive the agenda for CAI’s Model Governance Operations Committee
Design and document governance processes integrated with AI Product Development Life Cycle PDLC and Model Development Life Cycle frameworks
Liaise with various CAI labs to drive implementation and evolution of governance processes
Liaise with AI/ML product owners and scrum leads to drive alignment of agile workflows with governance stages (e.g., Backlog, Review, Testing, Deployment, Monitoring)
Establish and manage peer review protocols, including reviewer selection, artifact generation, and timeline adherence
Resolve governance gaps for existing models in production, especially those lacking formal approvals
Liaise with MRM Model Risk Management, Data Defense Office, and Enterprise Data Office to evolve governance tools, requirements, and processes
Lead experimentation with AI tools (e.g., MLFlow) to enhance governance capabilities and efficiency

Skills

AI Governance

Model Governance

MLFlow

Scrum

Agile Workflows

PDLC

Model Risk Management

Peer Review Protocols

Stakeholder Engagement

Process Design

Vanguard

Client-owned investment management firm offering low-cost funds

About Vanguard

Vanguard provides financial services with a focus on investment management. The company offers a variety of products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and 401k rollovers, aimed at individual investors, financial advisors, and institutions. Vanguard's unique ownership structure means it is owned by its funds, which are in turn owned by the clients, allowing it to prioritize the needs of its investors over external shareholders. This model enables Vanguard to offer low-cost investment options, as it primarily earns revenue through management fees that are generally lower than industry standards. Additionally, Vanguard provides personalized investment advisory services, charging fees based on the assets managed. The company's goal is to help clients grow their wealth and achieve their financial objectives through effective investment strategies, while maintaining a competitive performance track record.

Kline Township, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters

1975Year Founded

SECONDARYCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental & vision coverage

Onsite health clinic & fitness center

Health Smart Rewards program

Vanguard Retirement Savings Plan

Education Benefits

PTO

Family Planning Benefist

Parental leave

Personal development opportunities

Volunteer Time Off

Risks

Competition from AI-driven platforms like Writer challenges Vanguard's traditional advisory services.

Vanguard's stake in Steelcase exposes it to the volatile furniture market.

New active bond ETFs may struggle in a low-yield environment with increasing competition.

Differentiation

Vanguard is client-owned, aligning its interests with investors, unlike traditional firms.

The firm offers low-cost investment products, making it attractive to cost-conscious investors.

Vanguard's ownership structure allows it to focus on long-term investor value.

Upsides

Vanguard's new active bond ETFs offer diversified, low-cost fixed income options.

The acquisition of Steelcase shares diversifies Vanguard's portfolio into the furniture industry.

Launching the International Dividend Growth Fund appeals to investors seeking sustainable dividend growth.

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