Hybrid Technical Program Manager – AI Transformation

at Mulligan Funding, LLC

• Job title: Technical Program Manager – AI Transformation
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $171,800 - $212,400 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Azure, Cloud
• Location requirements: Hybrid, San Diego, United States

About the role

• Technical Project Manager leading AI-driven initiatives to transform small business lending workflows. Driving operational efficiency and improving customer experience through automation and data.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the execution lead within our AI Transformation Pod.
• Partner closely with the AI Program Lead and engineering team to convert AI-driven product vision into structured, production-ready delivery plans.
• Own end-to-end execution of AI-enabled initiatives across pre-underwriting, underwriting, sales, and all other workflows.
• Shape technical design decisions and sequence complex dependencies.
• Ensure AI capabilities are deployed safely, efficiently, and at scale.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of experience in Technical Program Management, Engineering Program Management, or related roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field.
• Master’s degree in a quantitative or technical discipline is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading delivery of AI, machine learning, or data-driven systems in production environments.
• Strong understanding of API integrations, Workflow orchestration systems, Salesforce or similar CRM/workflow platforms and Cloud environments (Azure preferred).
• Experience coordinating model deployments or ML-enabled systems is strongly preferred.
• Experience in fintech, lending, or other regulated industries is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to manage ambiguity and structure complex, cross-functional initiatives into executable plans.
• Strong analytical skills, deep experience/knowledge of small business risk management and underwriting principles and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of merchant transaction data and ability to create deep insights & credit strategy based on the same.
• Experience in implementing risk logic within a decision engine.
• Ability to combine data insights with strong business judgment/ intuition in calibrating risk models & underwriting strategy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits to support you and your family.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• A 401(k) with matching contributions to help you plan for retirement.
• Paid time off, including sick leave, vacation, and holidays.
• Paid parental leave for growing families.
• A Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) for athletic and wellness expenses.
• An employer-sponsored Life and AD&D policy, with options for additional coverage.
• A Learning Stipend for professional development activities.
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and travel assistance services.
• Complimentary snacks and refreshments in the breakroom.
• A referral program that rewards you for bringing in top talent.
• Company events to connect, celebrate, and grow together.