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You will translate customer needs into clear project specifications, design and launch data pipelines, and align Operations and domain experts to deliver quickly and at a high quality.\nWhat You'll Do\nOwn projects end to end, from pipeline framing and scoping through execution and delivery.\n\nTranslate customer needs into clear, actionable project specifications.\n\nDesign and continuously improve pipelines for usability, clarity, quality, and scalability.\n\nAlign Operations and domain experts for rapid deployment.\n\nSet delivery milestones and drive a tight execution cadence.\n\nOwn client communication, keeping it clear, direct, and consistent.\n\nManage domain experts and project leads to ensure quality and delivery.\n\nProvide daily internal updates with progress, blockers, and explicit next steps.\n\nWhat We're Looking For\nExceptional communication and project management skills.\n\nStrong ownership, urgency, and attention to detail.\n\nStartup and entrepreneurial mindset with a bias toward execution.\n\nBackground in data operations, engineering, computer science, or technical project management.\n\n2+ years of experience leading complex projects or operational workflows.\n\nAbility to turn ambiguity into clear plans and execute rapidly.\n\nComfortable working in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience working with AI/ML companies, AI Labs, or data annotation/evaluation projects.\n\nExperience managing technical or data-intensive projects in a fast-paced startup environment.\n\nFamiliarity with data pipelines, AI training workflows, and human-in-the-loop operations.\n\nTechnical background in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.\n\nCompensation & Benefits NoticeThe national pay range for this full-time position is base salary of $120,000 –$160,000 USD. All employees are eligible for equity compensation, and employees may also receive performance-based bonuses, dependent on role and subject to company policies. micro1 provides a comprehensive benefits package, including up to 100% reimbursement for health-insurance premiums, paid time off, a 401(K) plan with a company match, and additional benefits designed to support a high-performing, remote-first workforce.\nmicro1 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, reach out to .\nOur hiring process utilizes artificial intelligence tools to assist in candidate screening and assessment. Our AI tools are designed to complement, not replace, human decision-making.\nDisclaimerThe information contained in this job posting, including but not limited to role responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, and benefits, is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute a binding offer of employment. micro1 reserves the right to amend, modify, or withdraw any portion of this posting at its sole discretion and without prior notice. 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