Technical Program Manager, RL Research

For our client, we are seeking a Technical Program Manager RL Research to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This role will lead technical initiatives focused on scalable systems, platform reliability, and meaningful business transformation. You will work across engineering, product, operations, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions. The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and the technology capabilities that enable long-term growth within a life sciences environment.Location: San Francisco, CA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship availableCompensation: $365,000 – $435,000 annuallyResponsibilities Deliver insights on RL research performance and experiment results Collaborate with leads to prioritize and track experiments Manage end-to-end research reviews, setting agendas and ensuring action items are addressed Create structured processes in an unstructured research environment Work with teams to identify blockers and make technical trade-offsQualifications 5-7 years of experience in ML engineering or research and program management Hands-on expertise with ML training pipelines and RLHF systems Strong problem-solving skills in unstructured, fast-paced environments Background in stakeholder management with excellent communication skills Experience in establishing effective processes in research settingsBenefits Hybrid work policy with in-office expectations Visa sponsorship assistance available Encouragement for candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply Focus on safety and prevention of recruitment scams Support for work-life balance through flexible arrangementsOur client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.