Senior Program Manager, Machine Learning

Your Impact at Lila 
Lila Sciences is an early-stage seed company at the forefront of AI/ML research, and we’re looking for a Senior Program Manager who can help lead our pioneering ML efforts. In this role, you will bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and program execution, ensuring our machine learning initiatives not only meet our current experimental needs but also lay the groundwork for a transformative future.

What You'll Be Building 

• Guide the overarching ML program, ensuring strategic alignment and translating research insights into actionable initiatives.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to shape and refine program objectives in a dynamic environment.
• Lead technical projects, ensuring the robustness and scalability of the technology stack while aligning with organizational goals.
• Manage and maintain data quality and relevance, collaborating across teams to set and monitor performance metrics.
• Serve as the key interface between technical and business teams, effectively communicating complex outcomes and securing necessary resources.
• Implement best practices for rapid experimentation and iteration, facilitating efficient and agile program progression.
• Develop clear documentation and reporting to communicate vision, progress, and align initiatives with organizational priorities.
• Foster a culture of continuous innovation and experimentation by staying informed about AI/ML advancements and recommending strategic improvements.

What You’ll Need to Succeed 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, with a strong focus on AI/ML technologies.
• Proven experience in program management within research-driven or early-stage environments.
• Familiarity with ML frameworks and data management tools, with a track record of translating complex research into strategic program initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn technical requirements into actionable program roadmaps.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams and driving programs to successful completion.

Bonus Points For 

• A proactive leader passionate about transforming research insights into tangible program value.
• Skilled at managing both technical and operational aspects of early-stage program development, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Enthusiastic about emerging technologies and experienced in driving rapid experimentation and program iteration.

Location

San Francisco, CA or Cambridge, MA (Hybrid and On-Site available depending on team needs).

About Lila

Lila Sciences is the world’s first scientific superintelligence platform and autonomous lab for life, chemistry, and materials science.  We are pioneering a new age of boundless discovery by building the capabilities to apply AI to every aspect of the scientific method.  We are introducing scientific superintelligence to solve humankind's greatest challenges, enabling scientists to bring forth solutions in human health, climate, and sustainability at a pace and scale never experienced before. Learn more about this mission at  www.lila.ai

If this sounds like an environment you’d love to work in, even if you only have some of the experience listed below, we encourage you to apply.

Compensation

We expect the base salary for this role to fall between $108,000–$186,000 USD per year, along with bonus potential and generous early equity. The final offer will reflect your unique background, expertise, and impact.

We’re All In

Lila Sciences is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
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