Data Operations Manager

Data Operations ManagerWe're looking for a Data Operations Manager to scale the data ecosystem behind frontier AI modelspowering next-generation Reinforcement Learning (RL) environments, agentic tasks, and datasets that directly shape how advanced models learn, reason, and act in the world.What you'll doSource and manage experts and vendors to build high-quality datasetsProcure and curate datasets to enable rich and realistic RL environmentsPartner closely with Research Engineers and Project Leads to translate evolving project goals into clear execution plansproactively aligning the right talent, skill sets, and bandwidth to workstreams to ensure scalable, high-impact delivery as priorities evolve.Analyze performance data to optimize data pipelines, and inform direction.Build scalable processes to improve data throughput, efficiency, and quality.What we're looking forProven track record of managing distributed expert contractors and vendorsExperience designing and scaling data pipelines, workflows, and data systemsStrong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable strategyAbility to operate in ambiguous, fast-evolving and research-driven environmentsStrong cross-functional communication and organizational execution skillsOwnership mindset with a bias toward building systems and executionLogisticsLocation: Mountain View, CA (Hybrid).Compensation: Competitive salary and equity based on experience.Benefits: Health coverage, flexible work arrangements, and the opportunity to help define a new product category in AI infrastructureWe encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification. We value diverse perspectives and are happy to discuss how your unique background could be a great fit for this role.