Define project scope, success metrics, timelines, and deliverables
Build clear roadmaps and milestones to align teams and priorities
Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, product, design, research, operations, and GTM) to ensure smooth execution
Identify risks, manage dependencies, and keep projects on track in a fast-paced environment
Understand and translate business objectives into clear technical requirements
Evaluate technical feasibility and identify potential tradeoffs
Contribute to architectural decisions and lead technical discussions
Uphold engineering quality standards and best practices
Act as the connective tissue between teams and functions, keeping all teams informed and aligned on goals and project status
Manage expectations across teams and organizational levels, keeping the project oriented towards achieving the stated business objective
Clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Strong engineering background (software, systems, or a related field), with the ability to engage deeply in technical discussions
Proven track record leading complex, cross-functional programs from definition to launch—ideally in AI, ML, or other technically-demanding domains
Understanding of modern AI/ML concepts and development workflows; experience coordinating research-to-production lifecycles is a plus
Comfortable with ambiguity, fast iteration, and shifting priorities; thrives in a high-growth, early-stage environment
Skilled at structuring processes without over-engineering them, balancing speed with quality
Exceptional ability to tailor communication across audiences—from engineers to executives to external partners
Ability to build trust and alignment across teams, driving consensus without formal authority
Experience in developer tools, distributed systems, or large-scale infrastructure; exposure to open-source ecosystems

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