Technical Program Manager, Applied ML @ Scale AI
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About This Role
This Technical Program Manager, Applied ML at Scale AI drives the end-to-end execution of the Applied ML team’s initiatives. You will ensure data quality, contributor marketplace efficiency, and extend horizontal ML capabilities across business units by managing program delivery from scoping to measurable adoption. You will serve as the communication backbone across engineering, product, and leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Own planning, scheduling, and execution for GenAI ML programs.
- Collaborate with Product Managers and ML Engineers/Scientists for iterative execution.
- Ensure smooth transition of ML systems from prototype to production.
- Translate technical complexity into actionable updates for stakeholders.
- Identify, track, and mitigate technical risks in GenAI development.
- Manage dependencies among engineering, data, and product teams.
- Provide clear status reports to executive leadership.
Qualifications
Ideal candidates will have over 5 years in technical program management and 2+ years managing Applied ML, MLOps, or Data Science initiatives. You should be familiar with the Generative AI lifecycle and have an understanding of scalable ML services in cloud environments. Experience with Agile methods and strong communication skills are essential.
Nice to Have
- Hands-on familiarity with compute infrastructure for ML training and deployment.
- Experience with data quality pipelines and internal evaluation frameworks.
- Background in software engineering or development.
- Experience driving adoption across multiple product lines.
Compensation & Benefits
This full-time role offers a base salary range of $180,000 to $215,000 USD, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, a learning stipend, and PTO. Additional perks may include a commuter stipend.
About Scale AI
Scale AI builds reliable AI systems powering critical decisions worldwide. The company works with major partners such as Meta, Cisco, Mayo Clinic, and various governmental agencies. They offer an inclusive work environment and commit to equal employment opportunities.
Key skills/competency
- Program Management
- Applied ML
- GenAI
- Agile
- Risk Management
- LLM
- Cloud (AWS/GCP)
- Cross-functional
- Data Quality
- Communication
How to Get Hired at Scale AI
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Scale AI's culture: Review mission, values and recent news.
- Customize your resume: Highlight Applied ML and program management skills.
- Emphasize technical expertise: Detail cloud and Agile project experience.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Study GenAI and ML engineering processes.
- Showcase communication: Practice clear, concise stakeholder updates.