AI & Localization Program Lead

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Seattle
Posted on: April 23, 2025

Job Description:

Description & Requirementswho we arelululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.job overviewWe are currently seeking an AI & Localization Program Coordinator to join our Global Localization Team. This role is integral to our company's success and is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to make a significant impact.responsibilities

• Lead program/project delivery in partnership with technology and business teams.
• Lead the planning and implementation of large, complex programs and strategic initiatives, including creation of project charters, implementation plans and business requirements, project delivery, and go-live and sustainment efforts.
• Leverage understanding of current state people, process and technology capabilities, knowledge of industry best practices and critical problem-solving skills to identify business needs and define new and improved ways of working to enhance Localization processes.
• Understand business needs (functional requirements) and translate them into technical requirements (configuration)
• Assess the accuracy of AI generated texts using LQA models.
• Evaluate, proofread, or write text to create data samples to train our AI models.
• Define and rollout the AI program for Localization.
• Proficient with systems-thinking and able to articulate them to various groups across the organization
• Work closely with the Program Manager/ Product Manager/ Business stakeholders to ensure the program plan is accurate and on track from a technology perspective.
• Drive cohesion across program work streams through coordinating efforts of project managers, change and training leads, product management, technology partners, subject matter experts, super users, project sponsors and other stakeholders.
• Document current-state processes and drive implementation of new processes and development of tools to monitor effectiveness of new processes, and support in establishing connectivity across current and new processes to deliver operating model transformation.
• Assemble and manage program roadmap and checkpoint gates.
• Responsible for managing holistic program budgets and key milestones.
• Champions project management best practices and processes.
• Effectively performs all standard project management duties.
• Knowledge of Localization processes and building workflows.
• Working across multiple time zones.Work Context:The Localization Program Manager will work in a fast-paced environment, managing through ambiguity and complexity, creating and simplifying processes, and simultaneously supporting multiple projects impacting a growing global organization.what we look forWe are looking for candidates who demonstrate maturity, curiosity, creative problem solving, and team leadership.qualifications
  • 2+ years of program management experience.
  • 7+ years of project management and/or business analyst experience.
  • Education and/or strong work experience in Information Technology or a related field is preferred
  • Experience working with agile delivery methodologies.
  • Knowledge of scenario-based test plan (UAT execution)
  • Demonstrated experience in managing $2M+ budgets.
  • Demonstrated experience translating business strategy into roadmaps.
  • Ability to multi-task and manage various projects simultaneously.
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy and organization skills.
  • Ability to clearly communicate objectives and give clear direction to achieve deliverables.
  • Experience with fast-paced environment and demonstrates ability to ensure project timelines are being met.
  • Knowledge of Localization processes and CAT Tools.
  • Understanding of AI Machine Translation (MT) capabilities.
  • Flexible hours to accommodate meetings with different time zonesmust haves
    • Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
    • Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
    • Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
    • Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
    • Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
    • Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn't take yourself too seriously.Additional Notes Authorization to work in US is required for this role. Compensation and Benefits Package lululemon's compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $81,100 to 106,500 annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements. At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:
      • Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
      • Paid time off
      • Savings and retirement plan matching
      • Generous employee discount
      • Fitness & yoga classes
      • Parenthood top-up
      • Extensive catalog of development course offerings
      • People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few) Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice. workplace arrangement This role is classified as In-Person under our SSC Workplace Policy: In person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week. #LI-ME1

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