Strategic Projects Lead, Robotics

Scale AI, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in AI is seeking a Strategic Projects Lead to drive high-impact initiatives and enhance operational efficiency. The role demands a strong technical background and entrepreneurial mindset, with responsibilities spanning customer management and team leadership. Competitive compensation includes a base salary of $140,000—$175,000 USD, equity, and benefits, fostering career growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Retirement Plans

PTO

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years of experience leading teams or as a Software Engineer.
• Strong technical background in engineering or computer science.

Responsibilities

• Own high-impact customer pipelines influencing data quality and revenue.
• Train, coach, and manage diverse global teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to advance large language models.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Education

Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

SQL

Python

Job description

Scale's Generative AI business unit is currently experiencing historic growth. As a Strategic Projects Lead (SPL), you will lead initiatives that are expected to generate over $XXM+ in new revenue. This demanding role requires versatility across all operational dimensions. The ideal SPL should possess a strong entrepreneurial mindset, be detail-oriented, and be excited about impactful work that accelerates career growth.

You will:

• Own high-impact customer pipelines, making decisions that influence data quality, operational efficiency, revenue, and margins.
• Understand customer requirements and design data taxonomies to enhance model performance.
• Build and maintain pipeline infrastructure for quality and efficiency.
• Train, coach, and manage diverse, global teams.
• Develop analytics to support data-driven decisions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Engineering, Product, Operations, and Go-to-Market teams to advance large language models.
• Provide regular updates to Scale's executive team.

You should have:

• A strong technical background, preferably in engineering or computer science, with proficiency in SQL or Python for data analytics.
• At least 2+ years of experience leading teams, developing products or operational processes, or as a Software Engineer.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with experience tackling operational challenges and developing creative solutions.
• An entrepreneurial mindset, with enthusiasm for building from scratch and quick issue resolution.

Compensation includes base salary, equity, and benefits. The salary range for San Francisco, New York, and Seattle is $140,000—$175,000 USD. Additional benefits include health coverage, retirement plans, stipends, PTO, and potential additional perks.

Note: Our policy requires a 90-day waiting period before reconsidering candidates for the same role.

About Us:

At Scale, we are transforming how organizations deploy AI, powering advanced models trusted by leading companies and government agencies. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace, providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact [e-mail]. We adhere to the US Department of Labor's Pay Transparency and privacy policies.