About this role
Handshake is seeking a Manager, Strategic Projects based in India to lead crucial artificial intelligence data and evaluation initiatives. This full-time position suits experienced operations professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to shape the future of AI infrastructure.
Role Overview
The Manager, Strategic Projects serves as a central leader within the artificial intelligence delivery operations team, overseeing vital data and evaluation work. This high-visibility position requires managing a team of Strategic Project Leads across multiple complex programs while maintaining rigorous standards for delivery, quality, and scalability. The selected professional acts as a key bridge connecting external customers and researchers with internal engineering, product, and operations teams.
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About the Company
Handshake powers millions of job seekers, educational institutions, and employers globally, expanding into artificial intelligence to collaborate with frontier labs on benchmarks and data evaluations. The India-based team is a strategic investment that has expanded rapidly to accelerate frontier model development in coordination with global peers.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official company careers page to submit an application for this position.
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Where is this job located?
This position is based in India and is not remote.
What level of experience is required for this role?
Candidates must have 7 plus years of experience in operationally intensive roles, including at least 2 years of management experience.
What are the core responsibilities of the Manager, Strategic Projects?
The role involves managing a team of Strategic Project Leads, overseeing AI data delivery, driving operational metrics, and partnering with engineering and research teams.
What benefits and perks are included?
Perks include equity grants, a housing bonus of 1.3 Lakhs in the first year, performance bonuses, medical insurance, and food credits for in-person days.