Human Data Manager at xAI

We're looking for a talented and driven Human Data Manager to join our team and make a real impact on the development of our products. In this role, you will guide and mentor a large team of AI tutors while maintaining data integrity. The ideal candidate is passionate about AI technologies and has a strong background in data curation, attention to detail, technical expertise in AI and ML concepts, and exceptional leadership and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership and Development

• Guide and mentor a large team of tutors, providing direction and support to ensure data integrity.
• Conduct performance analyses, identify areas for improvement, and implement training initiatives.
• Foster a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and employee engagement through development initiatives and performance reviews.
• Develop and create strategies, including gamification elements, to motivate and recognize team members who exceed expectations.

Project Management and Coordination

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and refine project scope, objectives, and quality control guidelines.
• Support the accurate projections and detailed timelines for efficient project execution.
• Prioritize tasks, adjust resources, and manage the project flow to address blockers and ensure timely delivery.
• Optimize resource allocation by distributing tasks and personnel across projects.

Data Quality and Integrity

• You’re not afraid to dive into the data and get in the trenches to understand labeling inefficiencies.
• Ensure the integrity and security of data throughout the annotation process.
• Analyze data and evaluation sets to identify key findings, communicate insights effectively, and suggest actionable improvements based on model behaviors.
• Maintain active communication with project leads, providing updates on progress, challenges, and solutions.
• Encourage the sharing of best practices and lessons learned among team members to foster continuous improvement.

Technical Collaboration and Innovation

• Interact and collaborate with technical teams to develop or refine internal tooling that supports project objectives.
• Stay informed of the latest industry trends and technologies that could impact data curation processes.
• Contribute to the development and optimization of annotation tools and methodologies.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong background in data curation or related fields, with hands-on experience in data quality and labeling processes.
• Technical expertise in AI and machine learning concepts, tools, and practices.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to analyze data sets, identify trends and anomalies, and provide actionable insights.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to guide and mentor teams.
• Strong communication skills, capable of effectively articulating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical team members.
• Detail-oriented approach, ensuring high-quality outputs and overseeing project-wide quality standards.
• Experience in creating and maintaining documentation for technical processes, guidelines, and training materials.
• Bachelors degree.

If you are passionate about AI, have a strong focus on data integrity, are scrappy, and possess the skills to lead and develop a high-performing team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Benefits

We offer the following employee benefits:

• Competitive cash and equity-based compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Unlimited paid time off subject to prior approval

Annual Salary Range: $104,000 to $163,000

Location: Remote or San Francisco, CA / Palo Alto, CA