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Founding Strategic Projects Lead, AI Data & Ops

HHM Talent

HHM Talent is partnering with a VC-backed AI research client in San Francisco, seeking a Strategic Projects Lead to work directly with the executive team across product development, AI research, and operations. This founding leadership role will own high-value contracts, manage cross-functional teams of researchers, engineers and domain experts, and drive critical initiatives in a demanding startup environment. In-person work in San Francisco is required; visa sponsorship is not available. #J-18808-Ljbffr HHM Talent

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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