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We combine technology with research-driven AI data development to create datasets, benchmarks, evals, and custom solutions for real-world AI systems. Founded out of the Stanford AI Lab in 2019, Snorkel works with leading AI labs and enterprises to move from better data to better outcomes. \nExcited to help us redefine how AI is built? Apply to be the newest Snorkeler!\nABOUT THE ROLE \nWe're looking for a manager to lead a team of researchers to focus on data evaluation, error analysis and data valuation methods to predict model performance. This team is responsible for showcasing the value and quality of Snorkel’s data for model training and evaluation, understanding where today's frontier models fall short, and turning that understanding into a point of view on what benchmarks and datasets these models will benefit from. \nYou and your team will be responsible for Snorkel’s data design flywheel by analyzing model failures, finding capability and skill gaps in current models, suggesting the next benchmarks to invest in and then proving the value of this data for our customers. \nMAIN RESPONSIBILITIES \nOwn a multi-quarter roadmap centered on novel evaluation, error analysis, and data valuation techniques\nSynthesize and share trends from model-failure analysis and benchmarking into recommendations on the datasets the community should focus on and the ones Snorkel should invest in - making this team a primary input to the company's data strategy.\nFocus on data valuation techniques that quantify how Snorkel data meaningfully improves model performance\nLead and grow a team of researchers, setting a high bar for quality, rigor and speed of execution\nAct as the primary bridge between the team's findings and Product, GTM, and our customers\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS \n7+ years in applied AI, ML, or research roles, with 4+ years managing technical teams.\nA leader who has repeatedly turned research and analysis into business outcomes, and who instinctively connects technical findings to market and customer needs.\nStrong business and market judgment in the AI/ML space - you understand the competitive and frontier-lab landscape and can prioritize accordingly.\nTechnically conversant and credible: enough depth in LLM evaluation, benchmarking, and model behavior analysis to set direction, judge experimental quality, and pressure-test results - without needing to be the deepest technical expert in the room.\nA nose for trends: able to look across many evaluation results and failure cases and extract the signal that should drive what gets built next.\nExcellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to make technical results legible and persuasive to non-research audiences.\nFamiliarity with data valuation or data attribution research is a strong plus.\nBonus: experience working with frontier labs, public benchmarks, or commercial AI data/eval products.\nActual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.\nSalary range(s) for this role\n$275,000—$425,000 USD\nBe Your Best at Snorkel\nJoining Snorkel AI means becoming part of a company that has market proven solutions, robust funding, and is scaling rapidly-offering a unique combination of stability and the excitement of high growth. As a member of our team, you’ll have meaningful opportunities to shape priorities and initiatives, influence key strategic decisions, and directly impact our ongoing success. Whether you’re looking to deepen your technical expertise, explore leadership opportunities, or learn new skills across multiple functions, you’re fully supported in building your career in an environment designed for growth, learning, and shared success.\nSnorkel AI is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Snorkel AI embraces diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. 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