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Staff Technical Program Manager, Machine Learning

CohereLondonProduct Management & Program Management
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Experience
Senior · 5+ yrs
Posted
3 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

This role suits an organized, execution-oriented technical program manager with extensive machine learning experience looking to scale generative AI initiatives in London. The Staff Technical Program Manager, Machine Learning position at Cohere centers on leading cross-functional operational efforts within the Generative Machine Learning organization.

Role Overview

Cohere is hiring a Staff Technical Program Manager for their Machine Learning team in London. The position involves driving operational excellence and program execution across generative modeling portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

Establish, improve, and scale foundational processes for Generative Modeling teams to execute predictably and efficiently.
Scale the operational capacity and effectiveness of the Modeling TPM team in collaboration with the Modeling TPM lead.
Adapt to company needs by tackling long-horizon programs spanning quarters or years alongside short-term, ambiguous challenges.
Partner directly with leaders to design, train, and improve core generative models.
Lead cross-functional and company-wide strategic initiatives with Product, Engineering, Legal, Platform, Infra, Policy, and Finance.
Map dependencies and risks while communicating project status to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

5 to 10 years of experience as a Technical Program Manager.
5+ years of experience working directly on AI/ML, with a strong preference for foundation model building background.
In-depth knowledge of machine learning, Natural Language Processing, and Large Language Models (LLMs).
Experience working in a chaotic, fast-paced, low-structure environment.
Understanding of unique program management challenges in the AI/ML development space.
General business acumen, such as coordinating with Finance on reporting or Policy on regulatory compliance.

Nice to Have

Experience with Multimodal AI.
Technical experience in a hands-on capacity.

Skills and Tools

Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Large Language Models (LLMs)
Multimodal AI

Salary and Benefits

Weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or local currency equivalent.
Full health and dental benefits with a separate mental health budget.
RRSP matching, 401K, and Pension Scheme.
100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months.
Annual enrichment benefits covering arts and culture, fitness and wellness, workspace improvement, and an education and learning stipend.
6 weeks of paid vacation (30 working days).
Travel budget for visiting other offices and an annual company offsite.
$500 home office stipend or co-working benefit.

About the Company

Cohere is a security-first enterprise AI company building foundation AI models and end-to-end products. Headquartered in Toronto, the company operates globally with key offices in London, New York City, San Francisco, Montreal, Paris, Berlin, and Seoul.

How to Apply

Apply on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

What experience is required for this role?

Candidates need 5 to 10 years of experience as a Technical Program Manager and 5+ years of experience working directly on AI/ML, preferably building foundation models.

Where is the position located?

The role is based in London, though Cohere is remote-first with a preference for candidates within 1-2 hours of British Standard Time (BST).

What benefits does Cohere offer to full-time employees?

Perks include full health and dental benefits, 6 weeks of paid vacation, a weekly lunch stipend, retirement plans like 401K and pension schemes, parental leave top-up, learning stipends, and home office or co-working budgets.

What specific technical knowledge is needed?

In-depth knowledge of machine learning, Natural Language Processing, and Large Language Models (LLMs) is required, with multimodal AI experience as a bonus.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Cohere careers page.

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