AI Program Manager

New York, New York

Teamwork makes the stream work.

 

Roku is changing how the world watches TV

Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.

From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.

 

About the Role 

Roku is scaling how we use automation and AI to improve employee, customer, and partner experiences while driving operational efficiency, data quality, governance, and compliance. We are piloting and deploying AI-enabled solutions across core tools, workflows, and services in close partnership with Engineering and a broad set of business functions. 

We are looking for an AI Program Manager to own the end-to-end delivery of these AI and automation programs — from discovery and due diligence through pilot, rollout, and continuous improvement. 

In this role, you will lead AI and automation programs, responsible for building and executing a structured roadmap of pilots and scaled solutions. You will manage a portfolio of initiatives (e.g., AI assistants, case routing, content generation, analytics, and workflow automation) that reduce manual effort, improve decision-making, and enhance stakeholder experience while maintaining strong governance and compliance. 

This is a hands-on program management role that requires strong stakeholder management, comfort with technical concepts, and a disciplined approach to requirements, change management, and measurement. 

For New York Only - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $140,000 to 170,000 annually.

Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.

 

 

About the Team 

This role sits within a global, operations-focused organization that: 

  • Designs and runs scalable programs, processes, and services across multiple business functions 
  • Owns documentation, reporting, and governance for core internal tools and technologies (e.g., workflow, case management, analytics, knowledge content) 
  • Drives cross-functional initiatives that improve data quality, compliance, user experience, and operational efficiency 

You will operate at the intersection of Engineering, People, Operations, Analytics, Finance, and Legal as we test, implement, and scale AI capabilities.

 

 

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Define and maintain the AI roadmap
    • Partner with senior leaders, Engineering, and business stakeholders to identify high-value AI and automation use cases across tools and processes. 
    • Prioritize initiatives based on business impact, feasibility, risk, and alignment with company-level OKRs. 
  • Lead AI due diligence and vendor/solution evaluation
    • Run structured due diligence on potential AI solutions (internal tools, existing platforms, and third-party vendors). 
    • Assess capabilities, integration patterns, data flows, security, and compliance requirements in partnership with Legal, Security, and Privacy. 
    • Document recommendations, trade-offs, and go-forward proposals for leadership decision-making. 
  • Own end-to-end delivery of AI pilots and programs 
    • Define problem statements, scope, success criteria, and measurement plans for each pilot. 
    • Drive project plans, milestones, and dependencies; manage risks, issues, and decisions with clear escalation paths. 
    • Coordinate cross-functional resources (Engineering, Operations, People, Finance, and other stakeholder groups) to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery. 
  • Drive change management, training, and adoption 
    • Develop rollout plans, communications, and training materials for end users, managers, and internal support teams. 
    • Partner with functional DRIs to embed AI tools into standard operating procedures, knowledge bases, and workflows. 
    • Monitor adoption and usage, collecting feedback to refine processes and features. 
  • Establish AI governance, controls, and documentation 
    • Implement lightweight but effective governance for AI use cases (e.g., intake, approval, risk review, monitoring). 
    • Ensure all programs follow company policies and legal/privacy requirements for the use of internal data. 
    • Maintain clear, accessible documentation in Confluence or similar tools, including requirements, design specs, test plans, change logs, and QRGs. 
  • Measure impact and continuously improve 
    • Define and track KPIs for each program (e.g., time saved, error reduction, SLA improvements, case deflection, data quality, user satisfaction). 
    • Partner with Analytics and Finance as needed to quantify benefits and inform future investments. 
    • Identify opportunities to extend successful pilots globally and/or to adjacent use cases across the company. 
  • Act as an internal AI ambassador 
    • Translate complex technical concepts into clear, business-relevant language for stakeholders and leadership. 
    • Support education and awareness efforts around responsible AI use, capabilities, and limitations. 
    • Stay current on AI trends, relevant tools, and best practices to inform the roadmap. 

 

 

We’re Excited If You Have:

  • 8+ years of experience in program or project management in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. 
  • 3+ years of experience driving AI, automation, analytics, or digital transformation programs for business operations, shared services, or customer-facing functions. 
  • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional programs with multiple stakeholders and dependencies (e.g., Engineering, Operations, Legal, Security, Finance, vendors). 
  • Strong skills in requirements gathering, process mapping, and documentation (e.g., SOPs, workflows, RACI, testing plans, change management plans). 
  • Solid understanding of data governance, privacy, and security considerations when working with sensitive data. 
  • Experience with enterprise tools such as workflow/case management systems, analytics/BI tools, knowledge management platforms, or similar technologies. 
  • Proven ability to define and track clear metrics, analyze results, and iterate on solutions based on data and stakeholder feedback. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and drive alignment across technical and non-technical audiences. 
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives and adjust priorities as business needs evolve. 
  • Comfortable working both strategically and tactically — from defining roadmap priorities to writing user stories and validating end-to-end flows. 
  • Prior experience in shared services, operations, customer support, or platform/enablement teams. 
  • Experience launching or managing GenAI copilots, chatbots, knowledge assistants, or content-generation tools in an enterprise environment. 
  • Familiarity with modern SaaS platforms, APIs, and integration patterns used to connect systems and automate workflows. 
  • Experience working in global organizations and/or with distributed teams across time zones. 

 

 

 

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Our Hybrid Work Approach

Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work except for employees whose roles are required to be in the office five days a week or employees who are in offices with a five day in office policy.

 

Benefits

Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Employees are supported in taking time off, in accordance with local leave policies and other personal needs to support their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.

 

Accommodations

Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct your inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com.

 

The Roku Culture

Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV. 

We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002. 

To learn more about Roku, our global footprint, and how we've grown, visit https://www.weareroku.com/factsheet.

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