Project Manager

• Senior Project Manager

Sunnyvale, CA

150,000 – 200,000

Interested in joining a dedicated research lab for building, understanding, using, and risk-managing foundation models. Our mandate is to advance research, nurture the next generation of AI builders, and drive transformative contributions to a knowledge-driven economy.

As part of the team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on the core of cutting-edge foundation model training, alongside world-class researchers, data scientists, and engineers, tackling the most fundamental and impactful challenges in AI development. You will participate in the development of groundbreaking AI solutions that have the potential to reshape entire industries. Strategic and innovative problem-solving skills will be instrumental in establishing the research lab as a global hub for high-performance computing in deep learning, driving impactful discoveries that inspire the next generation of AI pioneers.
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Responsibilities:

• Working with both internal and external stakeholders, initiate projects by defining and documenting project scope and requirements, determining budget and resource needs and creating project proposals
• Ensure software quality standards are met and requirements are submitted on time, within budget and with proper documentation according to approved proposals.
• Develop project plans and timelines and track, document and communicate project status with key stakeholders
• Identify and manage project risks
• Facilitate team meetings, encourage collaboration and motivate team members
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
• Contribute to research publications and represent at industry conferences and events, showcasing the institution’s technology and deep learning capabilities and establishing it as a global leader in AI research and innovation.
• Perform all other duties as reasonably directed by the line manager that are commensurate with these functional objectives.

‍Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in a relevant technical industry in end-to-end project, program or product management for software applications in a start-up, enterprise or academic setting.
• Experience with AI applications and knowledge in AI and LLMs or Computer Vision
• Proficiency in project management software, such as Jira and GitHub
• Good working knowledge of project estimation and risk management techniques for software applications

• Competencies:

• Accountability for Results: focus on key strategic objectives; accountable for high standards of performance.
• Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving: Make decisions considering the long-term impact on customers, employees, and business
• Patient & Customer Centricity: Maintain an ongoing focus on customer and stakeholder needs, communicating effectively
• Impactful Communication: Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect to achieve the best results
• Respectful Collaboration: Seek and value others’ perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals
• Empowered Development: Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative

• Benefits

• Interesting and meaningful work
• 401k
• Comprehensive benefits
• Generous parental leave
• Training and career progression opportunities