End-to-End AI Data Programs Lead

HumanSignal Services (formerly Erud AI); San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HumanSignal is a partner for frontier AI teams, delivering real-world data collections and annotations with end-to-end ownership across 50+ domains and 30+ languages. We own projects from scoping to delivery, using both on-site and distributed expert workforces to support advancement in AI research.

We are seeking an Individual Contributor in San Francisco to drive complex programs, manage thousands of contributors, and ensure high-quality data delivery on time for critical AI initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years in consulting, finance, startups, or operationally intensive roles.
• Strong analytical skills; proficiency in SQL or Python.
• Experience managing complex, cross-functional projects with measurable outcomes.
• Entrepreneurial mindset; comfortable building from scratch in ambiguous environments.
• Exceptional communication skills and client-facing presence.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end execution of multi-million-dollar AI data programs with focus on data quality and delivery.
• Design and manage data pipelines from specs to final delivery.
• Manage 1,000+ distributed contributors: sourcing, vetting, training and coaching.
• Serve as primary client contact for AI lab researchers and report progress.
• Run daily internal war rooms to anticipate issues and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Product, and Growth to improve operations.
• Deploy AI automations and data-driven tools to boost output quality.

Skills

SQL

Python

Analytical skills

Cross-functional projects

Entrepreneurial mindset

Communication skills

Education

CS/Engineering degree

Job description

HumanSignal is a partner for frontier AI teams, delivering real-world data collections and annotations with end-to-end ownership across 50+ domains and 30+ languages. We own projects from scoping to delivery, using both on-site and distributed expert workforces to support advancement in AI research.

We are seeking an Individual Contributor in San Francisco to drive complex programs, manage thousands of contributors, and ensure high-quality data delivery on time for critical AI initiatives.