It manager - Remote

YO AI Labs; New York (NY); Remote; USD 96,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

YO AI Labs is seeking an IT Manager for a remote, contractor role focused on IT strategy, systems architecture, and infrastructure management within an AI training project. No prior AI experience is required, but deep expertise in enterprise IT is essential to guide architecture decisions and optimize performance.

You will lead technical initiatives, assess solutions, and mentor teams while aligning IT capabilities with project goals and regulatory considerations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an IT or Systems Manager, leading technical teams or managing enterprise infrastructure.
• Strong expertise in IT strategy, systems architecture, and technology roadmapping.
• Experience in vendor management, contract oversight, and third-party relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide insights on IT strategy, systems architecture, and infrastructure optimization.
• Evaluate vendor management, procurement, and third-party system integration processes.
• Review security compliance, risk mitigation, and regulatory requirements.
• Assess IT solutions and identify gaps in architecture, implementation, and performance.
• Share best practices in technical team leadership, mentoring, and knowledge transfer.
• Review documentation, workflows, and processes for clarity and operational efficiency.
• Complete structured discussions and written assignments to improve AI tools for IT professionals.

Skills

IT strategy

Systems architecture

Technology roadmapping

Job description

Role Title: IT Manager

Role Type: Contractor
Location: Remote

We are seeking experienced IT Managers to contribute their expertise to an AI training project focused on IT strategy, systems architecture, and infrastructure management. You'll apply your real-world experience to evaluate technical solutions, improve workflows, and provide insights that help advance AI capabilities. No prior AI experience is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide insights on IT strategy, systems architecture, and infrastructure optimization.
• Evaluate vendor management, procurement, and third-party system integration processes.
• Review security compliance, risk mitigation, and regulatory requirements.
• Assess IT solutions and identify gaps in architecture, implementation, and performance.
• Share best practices in technical team leadership, mentoring, and knowledge transfer.
• Review documentation, workflows, and processes for clarity and operational efficiency.
• Complete structured discussions and written assignments to improve AI tools for IT professionals.

Required Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as an IT or Systems Manager, leading technical teams or managing enterprise infrastructure.
• Strong expertise in IT strategy, systems architecture, and technology roadmapping.
• Experience in vendor management, contract