At Labelbox, we're building the critical infrastructure that powers breakthrough AI models at leading research labs and enterprises. Since 2018, we've been pioneering data-centric approaches that are fundamental to AI development, and our work becomes even more essential as AI capabilities expand exponentially.
About LabelboxWe're the only company offering three integrated solutions for frontier AI development:
- Enterprise Platform & Tools: Advanced annotation tools, workflow automation, and quality control systems that enable teams to produce high-quality training data at scale
- Frontier Data Labeling Service: Specialized data labeling through Aligner, leveraging subject matter experts for next-generation AI models
- Expert Marketplace: Connecting AI teams with highly skilled annotators and domain experts for flexible scaling
- High-Impact Environment: We operate like an early-stage startup, focusing on impact over process. You'll take on expanded responsibilities quickly, with career growth directly tied to your contributions.
- Technical Excellence: Work at the cutting edge of AI development, collaborating with industry leaders and shaping the future of artificial intelligence.
- Innovation at Speed: We celebrate those who take ownership, move fast, and deliver impact. Our environment rewards high agency and rapid execution.
- Continuous Growth: Every role requires continuous learning and evolution. You'll be surrounded by curious minds solving complex problems at the frontier of AI.
- Clear Ownership: You'll know exactly what you're responsible for and have the autonomy to execute. We empower people to drive results through clear ownership and metrics.
We are seeking a dynamic, highly-driven Forward Deployed Engineering Manager to build and lead a new team that directly engages with our customers. This individual will not only manage but actively construct and optimize the team's operational processes from the ground up, ensuring successful delivery and high customer satisfaction.
Your ImpactDemonstrated experience managing and leading forward-deployed engineering, solutions engineering or sales engineering teams.
Proven track record in building teams from scratch, including hiring, onboarding, and training.
Strong experience developing and implementing effective operational processes and metrics to drive team success.
Solid engineering background; familiarity with software development lifecycle, technical problem-solving, and customer integrations.
Professional background in the AI industry, demonstrating familiarity with current technologies, trends, and challenges.
Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, to engage effectively with customers and internal stakeholders.
High degree of confidence and agency, capable of independently driving initiatives and owning outcomes.
Prior experience in the human data industry (e.g., data annotation, crowdsourcing, or human-in-the-loop AI operations) is highly desirable and considered a strong bonus.
Experience managing geographically dispersed or globally distributed teams.
Passion for AI and the intersection of technology, product, and customer needs.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Exceptional communication skills: ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.
As part of the Alignerr Services team, you'll lead implementation of customer projects and manage our elite network of AI experts who deliver high-quality human feedback crucial for AI advancement. Your team will oversee 250,000+ monthly hours of specialized work across RLHF, complex reasoning, and multimodal AI projects, resulting in quality improvements for Frontier AI Labs. You'll leverage our AI-powered talent acquisition system and exclusive access to 16M+ specialized professionals to rapidly build and deploy expert teams that help customers like Google and ElevenLabs achieve breakthrough AI capabilities through precisely aligned human data—directly contributing to the critical human element in advancing artificial intelligence.
Labelbox strives to ensure pay parity across the organization and discuss compensation transparently. The expected annual base salary range for United States-based candidates is below. This range is not inclusive of any potential equity packages or additional benefits. Exact compensation varies based on a variety of factors, including skills and competencies, experience, and geographical location.
- Location: Join our dedicated tech hubs in San Francisco or Wrocław, Poland
- Work Style: Hybrid model with 2 days per week in office, combining collaboration and flexibility
- Environment: Fast-paced and high-intensity, perfect for ambitious individuals who thrive on ownership and quick decision-making
- Growth: Career advancement opportunities directly tied to your impact
- Vision: Be part of building the foundation for humanity's most transformative technology
We believe data will remain crucial in achieving artificial general intelligence. As AI models become more sophisticated, the need for high-quality, specialized training data will only grow. Join us in developing new products and services that enable the next generation of AI breakthroughs.
Labelbox is backed by leading investors including SoftBank, Andreessen Horowitz, B Capital, Gradient Ventures, Databricks Ventures, and Kleiner Perkins. Our customers include Fortune 500 enterprises and leading AI labs.
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