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Manager, Strategic Projects

HandshakeSan Francisco, CAHAI Delivery Ops
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Salary
$160K - $210K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
16 Dec 2025
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

As the Manager, Strategic Projects at Handshake in San Francisco, CA, you will lead a team of Strategic Project Leads driving high-stakes AI data and evaluation programs. This full-time position suits experienced operations leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to shape large-scale AI economic infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of Strategic Project Leads across complex AI data and evaluation projects to ensure clear priorities and execution.
Drive on-time, high-quality delivery for custom data pipelines and expert labeling workflows with a focus on throughput and cost.
Translate researcher and customer goals into clear project scopes and operational workflows for team members.
Monitor and own performance metrics including quality, service-level agreements, utilization, and margin to drive continuous improvement.
Ensure top-tier support and experiences for Handshake Fellows producing scalable data.
Partner with Product and Engineering to improve internal tooling, systems, and workflows for greater efficiency.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in operationally intensive roles such as marketplace operations, data operations, or strategy and operations.
2+ years of management experience leading high-performing teams in fast-paced, execution-focused environments.
Experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects from definition through delivery, ideally involving technical workflows or data.

Nice to Have

Prior experience in investment banking, private equity, or management consulting.
Background in AI data operations, machine learning operations, or technical services.

Skills and Tools

Marketplace operations
Data operations
Strategy and operations
Project management and operational metrics tracking
Cross-functional leadership across product, engineering, and research teams

Salary and Benefits

Competitive annual compensation ranging from $160,000 to $210,000 USD
Company equity for financial ownership in a fast-growing business
401(k) match and financial coaching
Paid parental leave, fertility benefits, and parental coaching
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance alongside mental health support and a $500 wellness stipend
$2,000 learning stipend for ongoing professional development
Internet and commuting stipends, plus free lunch and gym access in the San Francisco office
Flexible paid time off, 15 holidays, and 2 flex days
Team outings and referral bonuses

About the Company

Handshake powers millions of job seekers, thousands of educational institutions, and over one million employers to expand career access. Operating Handshake AI, the company partners with frontier AI lab researchers to publish benchmarks, create evaluations, and advance AI data infrastructure at scale.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, visit the official Handshake careers page at joinhandshake.com/careers.

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Manager, Strategic Projects role?

The salary range for this position is $160,000 to $210,000 USD per year.

Where is this job located?

This full-time position is located in San Francisco, CA.

What level of experience is required?

Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in operationally intensive roles, including 2+ years managing high-performing teams in fast-paced environments.

What benefits are included for full-time US employees?

Benefits include equity, a 401(k) match, medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible PTO, parental leave, learning and wellness stipends, and free lunch and gym access at the San Francisco office.

How do I apply for this role?

You can apply directly on the official Handshake careers website at joinhandshake.com/careers.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Handshake careers page.

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