About the job
Director of Operations
AfterQuery is seeking a dynamic Director of Operations to lead the delivery of high-quality human data to cutting-edge AI laboratories. In this pivotal role, you will design and implement the organizational framework necessary to scale our operations effectively, oversee internal teams, and manage projects involving potentially thousands of contractors. You will establish critical operational metrics and collaborate closely with engineering teams to optimize our data production engine, ensuring timely and efficient data delivery at AfterQuery. This is an impactful leadership position for an individual eager to strengthen the operational backbone of a rapidly expanding human data enterprise.
Company Overview
AfterQuery operates at the forefront of artificial intelligence research, exploring the limits and potentials of AI through innovative datasets and experimentation. Our clientele consists of leading foundation model labs, positioning us to serve the most advanced AI development groups globally.
Headquartered in San Francisco, CA, we have garnered support from prestigious investors such as Y Combinator and BoxGroup, alongside industry veterans from Lightspeed, Index Ventures, Google DeepMind, and Meta GenAI.
Our founding team is composed of experts from renowned firms such as Jane Street, Meta, Citadel Securities, Google, Palantir, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Silver Lake.
Why Join Us
Unmatched Growth Potential: Our rapid expansion has led us to achieve millions in monthly revenue in less than a year. The foundation model labs are growing at an unprecedented pace, and we are at the epicenter of this transformation, providing the essential data and infrastructure to advance the frontier.
Foundational Leadership Role: Take charge from day one and shape the future of the company.
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary coupled with meaningful equity in a fast-scaling organization.
Exceptional Team: Collaborate with a high-caliber founding team composed of talent that has transitioned from prestigious firms including Citadel Securities, Jane Street, Meta, Palantir, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan Stanley. Experience unparalleled exposure at the forefront of AI with the most talented group you’ve ever worked with.
The Role
- Establish the operational foundation of a company collaborating with leading AI labs.
- Oversee a wide range of responsibilities encompassing human data delivery, people operations, management, and finance/legal.
- Engage in a mission-driven, agile culture that values curiosity, pragmatism, and excellence.
- Work directly with founders on strategic initiatives and resource management.
Responsibilities
- Organizational leadership and development.
- Data management and operational oversight.
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize performance.
- Evaluation and enhancement of operational processes.

