Strategic Program Manager

Surge AI; New York (NY); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Strategic Program Manager to help shape the future of AI. This exciting opportunity invites visionary minds to engage in hands-on work that enhances AI models and their real-world applications. The role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative thinking, along with exceptional communication skills to navigate complex challenges. As a full-time remote position, candidates will benefit from onboarding training and the chance to collaborate with leading AI researchers. Join a team dedicated to transforming AI into a more effective tool for everyday life.

Benefits

Onboarding Training

Hands-on Experience with AI

Collaboration Opportunities

Competitive Compensation Package

Qualifications

• Demonstrates exceptional analytical and communication skills.
• Possesses a strong academic background with leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive the evolution of AI by improving models and user experiences.
• Collaborate with AI partners and researchers on cutting-edge projects.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Leadership Experience

Problem Solving

Technical Aptitude

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

PhD

Tools

SQL

Python

Job description

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Surge was founded by former ML engineers to expand the frontiers of AI. We’re building a platform that powers leading AI groups, including xAI, Anthropic, Meta, and Google, by providing high-quality human feedback data to evaluate and train their models. Our product has been a “game-changer” for ML teams.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for visionary minds to help drive the evolution of AI. People who want to get their hands dirty making AI models better, smarter, and more useful in the real world. While AI is already transforming our daily lives, we’re offering a chance to build the future instead of just watching it happen.

Who You Are

You possess a rare combination of intellectual curiosity, analytical rigor, and exceptional communication skills. Your track record reflects consistent excellence and a pattern of taking on significant responsibilities. We welcome candidates from backgrounds in product management, program management, user research, account management, and/or operations.

Key Qualifications

• You demonstrate remarkable intellectual capacity and academic achievement.
• You bring a unique perspective shaped by leadership experience.
• You approach complex problems with both analytical depth and creative thinking.
• You communicate with clarity and conviction, adapting effortlessly to different audiences.
• You have a foundation in analytical thinking, with technical aptitude.
• You thrive in ambiguous situations and maintain high standards.

About the role

Job overview

• This is a full-time, remote position.
• You must be based in the United States.
• A completed Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master’s and/or PhD is preferred.
• Basic coding experience (SQL/Python) is preferred but not required.

What We Offer

• Onboarding training to help you gain expertise and take on more responsibilities.
• Hands-on experience with RLHF and AI reach.
• Opportunities to collaborate with AI partners and researchers working on cutting-edge models like LLMs and NLP systems.
• The chance to work directly with sophisticated AI systems and learn from leaders in the field.
• A competitive compensation package and benefits.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management, Product Management, Strategy/Planning

Industries

• Software Development