Data Operations Manager
Pearl HealthSalary not specified
$160,000 – $200,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Artificial Intelligence, TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional experience in operationally intensive settings, ideally within marketplace or data operations
- 1+ year of experience in AI data operations (strong plus)
- Demonstrated success leading high-performing teams in fast-paced, execution-focused environments
- Metrics-driven leader with a strong ability to raise performance through data and accountability
- Systems thinker who excels in ambiguity and brings structure and clarity to complex problems
- Hands-on operator who’s willing to dive deep and do what it takes to deliver outcomes
- STEM background or technical fluency (strong plus)
- Located in San Francisco or New York
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of Strategic Project Leads (SPLs) across multiple high-stakes AI data projects
- Drive delivery across custom data pipelines and expert labeling workflows
- Collaborate with researchers and procurement partners to define and execute on their data strategies
- Ensure a top-tier experience for Handshake Fellows and enable them to generate high-quality, scalable data
- Partner with Product and Engineering to evolve internal tooling and operational systems
- Own performance metrics and delivery outcomes across a dynamic set of project scopes and timelines
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary range for the Manager, Strategic Projects role?
The salary range is $160K - $200K.
Is this position remote or does it require office work?
This position is located in either our San Francisco or New York locations.
What skills and experience are required for this role?
Candidates need 5+ years of professional experience in operationally intensive settings, ideally within marketplace or data operations, 1+ year in AI data operations as a strong plus, demonstrated success leading high-performing teams, metrics-driven leadership, systems thinking in ambiguity, and hands-on operator skills. A STEM background is also desired.
What is the company culture like at Handshake AI?
Handshake AI features a world-class team with leadership from Scale AI, Meta, xAI, Notion, Coinbase, and Palantir, and emphasizes a fast-growing, high-impact environment focused on operational excellence in AI data projects.
What makes a strong candidate for this position?
A strong candidate is a gritty, detail-oriented operator with 5+ years in operationally intensive settings, experience leading teams in fast-paced environments, metrics-driven mindset, systems thinking, and hands-on willingness to deliver outcomes, preferably with AI data operations experience and a STEM background.
Handshake
Connects students with job opportunities
About Handshake
Handshake connects college students with job and internship opportunities through its platform. It serves over 15 million students, 1,500 universities, and 900,000 employers, focusing on early career recruitment. The platform allows universities to provide students access to job listings, career fairs, and recruitment events, while employers can post job openings and manage recruitment processes. Handshake's user-friendly interface helps students organize their job search and offers insights like company reviews. The company prioritizes data privacy and security, ensuring compliance with regulations like FERPA. Handshake aims to bridge the gap between students and employers, facilitating early career opportunities.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$422.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_FCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, EducationIndustries
501-1,000Employees
Benefits
💰Equity and ownership in a fast-growing company.
🍼16 Weeks of paid parental leave
💝Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
💻Handshake offers $500/£360 home office stipend
📚Generous learning & development opportunities and an annual $2,000/£1,500/2k€ stipend
🏦401k Match: Handshake offers a dollar-for-dollar match on 1% of deferred salary, up to a maximum of $1,200 per year.
🏝PTO
Risks
Emerging competitors like Fizz target Handshake's demographic with financial products.
Intuit's collaboration may draw students away from Handshake.
AI-driven skills demand may reduce engagement with Handshake.
Differentiation
Handshake connects over 15 million students with 900,000 employers.
The platform offers a user-friendly interface for job and internship applications.
Handshake ensures data privacy, complying with regulations like FERPA.
Upsides
Handshake's new social media-like interface boosts user engagement.
Growing student loan repayment benefits attract more employers to Handshake.
Demand for skills-based workforce aligns with Handshake's mission.
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