Strategic Projects Lead

Handshake; India; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Equity Grant vested over 4 years

Housing Bonus: 1.3 Lakhs spread throughout the first year

Well Defined Performance Bonus ranging between 10 - 100% of base

Medical Insurance Coverage

Food credit for every in person day.

Job summary

Handshake in India is looking for a Strategic Projects Lead (SPL) who will own the execution of large‑scale human data programs for AI model training. The role requires over 6 years of experience in technical or analytical roles, along with a technical degree in Computer Science or related fields.

The successful candidate will lead a large team to achieve delivery goals, adapting staffing models and workflows to enhance efficiency while working directly with leading AI labs. Compensation includes generous equity and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in technical or analytical roles.
• Hands-on experience with coding (Python, SQL, or similar).
• Ability to quickly learn technical AI concepts.

Responsibilities

• Own execution of multi‑week to multi‑month AI data programs.
• Lead and coordinate hundreds to thousands of expert Fellows.
• Partner with frontier AI labs and senior stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Coding (Python, SQL)

Education

Technical degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Data Science

Job description

Strategic Projects Lead (SPL)

As a Strategic Projects Lead (SPL), you will own the execution of large‑scale human data programs that directly power frontier AI model training and evaluation. Working hands‑on with leading AI labs and technology companies, you will make real‑time decisions that affect revenue, margins, delivery quality, and long‑term customer relationships.

This is a high‑ownership, outcomes‑driven role for operators who thrive in ambiguity, move fast with incomplete information, and are accountable for results at scale. What you'll do:

• Own end‑to‑end execution of multi‑week to multi‑month AI data programs to deliver double‑digit millions in ARR‑equivalent impact
• Lead and coordinate hundreds to thousands of expert Fellows to meet aggressive delivery timelines while maintaining quality and cost targets
• Design and adapt staffing models, incentives, and workflows to improve throughput, margins, and delivery reliability under changing requirements
• Partner directly with frontier AI labs and senior stakeholders to shape scope, resolve issues, and expand programs through execution

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in technical or analytical roles such as software engineering, data, analytics, or technical product
• A technical degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or similar and/or hands‑on experience with coding (Python, SQL, or similar)
• Strong analytical and first‑principles problem‑solving skills applied to scaling operations
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, including with senior customers
• High ownership mindset with pride in end‑to‑end accountability
• Curiosity and ability to quickly learn technical AI concepts and industry trends

Bonus Points

• Experience managing large, distributed workforces or marketplaces
• Exposure to AI data, model evaluation, or technical services delivery
• Background in productOps, investment banking, private equity, or management consulting

You’ll Thrive Here If You:

• Are motivated by solving operational problems that have direct, measurable impact.
• Want to be part of a company shaping the future of AI through human data.
• Can navigate ambiguity, act with urgency, and keep multiple workstreams moving in parallel.

Perks

• Generous Equity Grant vested over 4 years
• Housing Bonus: 1.3 Lakhs spread throughout the first year
• Well Defined Performance Bonus ranging between 10 - 100% of base
• Medical Insurance Coverage
• Food credit for every in person day.