Strategic Project Lead, AI & Data Operations

Job Title: Strategic Project Lead, AI & Data Operations

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Remote

The Role

As Strategic Projects Lead (SPL), you will own end-to-end execution of complex data projects for leading AI Labs and MAG 7 companies. You will work closely with client research and engineering teams to understand their AI systems, translate technical requirements into scalable data pipelines, and ensure high-quality deliveries.

This role combines technical fluency, strategic thinking, and operational ownership. You don't need to be a software engineer, but you should be comfortable navigating technical systems, working with data, and driving complex projects from scoping through delivery.

What You'll Be Doing

1. Own technical data pipelines end to end, from initial scoping and design through execution, quality assurance, and delivery.
2. Partner with client research and engineering teams to understand their AI systems, data requirements, and downstream use cases.
3. Translate complex technical requirements into clear, actionable project specifications and operational workflows.
4. Review data deliveries for accuracy, diversity, consistency, and alignment with client expectations.
5. Leverage AI-powered and agentic tools to streamline quality control, identify issues, and improve pipeline performance.
6. Design and continuously improve data workflows for quality, efficiency, and scalability.
7. Coordinate Operations, domain experts, and project leads to ensure timely, high-quality execution.
8. Own client communication, delivery milestones, and project updates, proactively identifying risks and resolving blockers.

What We're Looking For

1. Strong technical fluency, with the ability to understand complex systems, data structures, and technical workflows without requiring hands-on software engineering experience.
2. Background in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or another quantitative or technical discipline.
3. Ability to communicate confidently with technical stakeholders, including research scientists, engineers, and technical product teams.
4. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to evaluate data quality, identify inconsistencies, and anticipate downstream issues.
5. Experience managing complex projects, technical workflows, or data-intensive operations.
6. Exceptional project management, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.
7. Strong ownership, urgency, and ability to turn ambiguous requirements into clear execution plans.
8. Entrepreneurial mindset with a bias toward execution in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience in technical product management, technical program/project management, data operations, or similar cross-functional roles.
2. Familiarity with AI/ML systems, agentic workflows, LLM training, or evaluation pipelines.
3. Understanding of structured and unstructured data, data diversity, quality assurance, and downstream data consumption.
4. Experience using AI-powered tools, automation, SQL, Python, or other technical tools for data analysis and quality control.
5. Experience working with leading AI Labs, Mag 7 technology companies, research teams, or data annotation and evaluation projects.

Compensation & Benefits Notice

The national pay range for this full-time position is base salary of $120,000 –$150,000 USD. All employees are eligible for equity compensation, and employees may also receive performance-based bonuses, dependent on role and subject to company policies. micro1 provides a comprehensive benefits package, including up to 100% reimbursement for health-insurance premiums, paid time off, a 401(K) plan with a company match, and additional benefits designed to support a high-performing, remote-first workforce.

micro1 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, reach out to support@micro1.ai.

Our hiring process utilizes artificial intelligence tools to assist in candidate screening and assessment. Our AI tools are designed to complement, not replace, human decision-making.