Program Manager II, Data Science & Machine Learning - 30340_AV

BEPC is actively looking for Program Manager II in the South San Francisco, CA area! W2 Contract –Approximately 6 with possible extensions! Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Pay Rate: $ 78.56 – $ 81.56 /hour - Determined based on experience (Paid Weekly) Work Model: Hybrid—three days onsite and two days remote; Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Note: This is a W2 only role — C2C, C2H will not be considered Summary of the Role: BEPC is seeking a highly motivated Program Manager II to join our client’s site in South San Francisco, CA. This role will support Data Science and Machine Learning operations through Scrum and Agile facilitation, program execution, dependency and milestone tracking, and transparent reporting of progress, risks, technical blockers, and completion timelines. Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: Lead sprint planning, daily standups, backlog refinement, and retrospectives tailored to nonlinear Data Science and Machine Learning workflows. Proactively identify, track, and clear technical and operational roadblocks for data scientists and Machine Learning engineers. Track internal technical deliverables and cross-functional dependencies across data pipelines, model builds, and engineering integrations. Maintain accurate, current execution status in Jira and Confluence. Provide clear visibility into sprint velocity, risks, technical blockers, and completion timelines. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related Fields. Five or more years of combined experience as a Program Manager and Scrum Master. Proven track record of applying Agile practices in data-driven software development environments. Advanced proficiency in Jira, Confluence, or equivalent project management tools configured for data workflows. Strong ability to keep technical teams focused on high-priority deliverables and maintain momentum across complex engineering dependencies. Preferred Qualifications: PMP or Agile certification. About BEPC BEPC Inc., founded in 2007, is a 100% employee-owned company providing top-tier consulting and staffing solutions across industries like technology, engineering, manufacturing, and project management. At BEPC, we are driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where our team members thrive. With competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, BEPC is dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional growth. Apply Now! Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting an up-to-date resume that highlights how your experience aligns with the role. Please include specific examples that demonstrate your qualifications. We look forward to connecting with you! USOPS Job Type: Contract Pay: $78.56 - $81.56 per hour Education: Bachelor's (Required) Location: South San Francisco, CA 94080 (Preferred) Ability to Commute: South San Francisco, CA 94080 (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in South San Francisco, CA 94080