Program Manager, Product Data Operations

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cutting-edge AI tools

Remote work

Career growth

Collaborative environment

Responsible data management

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Program Manager, Product Data Operations to drive cross-functional programs supporting AI model training and deployment. This remote role requires coordinating data quality, governance, and timelines across teams to ensure scalable, efficient data workflows.

Responsibilities include defining data requirements, removing bottlenecks, and maintaining program health with clear stakeholder communication. 120k–145k USD annually, US-based remote work with no visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in program management or data operations for AI/ML
• Understanding of AI/ML model development and data lifecycle needs
• Experience managing cross-functional programs with data pipelines and annotation workflows
• Ability to analyze operational data and communicate insights to diverse stakeholders
• Proven track record of identifying process inefficiencies and implementing scalable solutions

Responsibilities

• Manage product data operations programs supporting AI model training and deployment
• Collaborate with teams to define data requirements and quality standards
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks in data workflows to ensure timely dataset delivery
• Break down complex data challenges into manageable components and scalable solutions
• Develop and maintain documentation for data governance and workflow specifications
• Engage stakeholders to align on program direction and mitigate risks
• Track program health metrics and adapt communication for different audiences
• Leverage AI tools to improve data operations efficiency and quality

Skills

Program management

Data operations

AI/ML knowledge

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AI tooling

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Program Manager, Product Data Operations to join the team of a leader in the Enterprise Technology space.

This role will drive cross-functional programs that support AI model training and deployment by ensuring data is delivered with the right quality, timing, and governance. The position sits at the intersection of data workflows, operational execution, and stakeholder alignment, with a strong emphasis on scalable process improvement. You will partner closely with technical and business teams to remove bottlenecks, clarify requirements, and keep program health on track.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $120,000 – $145,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Manage product data operations programs supporting AI model training and deployment
• Collaborate with teams to define data requirements and quality standards
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks in data workflows to ensure timely dataset delivery
• Break down complex data challenges into manageable components and scalable solutions
• Develop and maintain documentation for data governance and workflow specifications
• Engage stakeholders to align on program direction and mitigate risks
• Track program health metrics and adapt communication for different audiences
• Leverage AI tools to improve data operations efficiency and quality

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in program management or data operations for AI/ML, or 2+ years of experience with a relevant Bachelor's degree
• Understanding of AI/ML model development and data lifecycle needs
• Experience managing cross-functional programs with data pipelines and annotation workflows
• Ability to analyze operational data and communicate insights to diverse stakeholders
• Proven track record of identifying process inefficiencies and implementing scalable solutions

Benefits

• Opportunity to work at the forefront of AI technology
• Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
• Access to cutting-edge AI tools and resources
• Focus on ethical AI practices and responsible data management
• Potential for professional growth and skill development in AI

Our 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.