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Engineering Manager, Applied AI

MercorSan Francisco
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

QualificationsWe are looking for candidates who possess:A strong background in engineering management, particularly in AI or machine learning. Experience leading teams in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Proven ability to mentor and develop engineering talent. Exceptional communication and collaboration skills. A commitment to driving results and improving system performance.

About the job

About Mercor

Mercor partners with leading AI labs and enterprises to advance the future of work. The company’s network of over 30,000 experts earns more than $2 million daily, sharing expertise that supports AI development beyond just code. Mercor’s mission is to create a new category of work where deep knowledge drives progress in artificial intelligence.

Mercor is a Series C company valued at $10 billion. The team works in person five days a week from offices in San Francisco, New York City, and London.

Role Overview: Engineering Manager, Applied AI

This role leads engineering teams within the Applied AI division, focusing on systems that improve model quality, such as evaluation infrastructure and annotation tools. The Engineering Manager works closely with product and research groups to keep Mercor’s technology at the forefront of AI. The position is based in San Francisco and requires full-time, on-site presence.

Key work includes building partnerships with top AI labs and directly improving advanced models through better data management, evaluation, and system enhancements. This role calls for strategic thinking, a hands-on leadership approach, and a strong sense of ownership.

Main Responsibilities

Team Development

  • Manage and grow a team of 6-10 engineers
  • Mentor engineers and support their professional growth
  • Foster a culture of ownership and set high expectations for execution
  • Shape hiring processes and engineering practices to build a high-performing team

Applied AI Systems

  • Create insights and methods for evaluation systems that measure and improve model performance
  • Lead projects to improve data quality, operational efficiency, system stability, and scalability
  • Scale products that generate high-quality training data and refine human-in-the-loop workflows

Technical Leadership

  • Guide system design for complex AI applications

About Mercor

Mercor is reshaping the landscape of work by integrating human intelligence into AI development, supported by a vast network of experts and innovative partnerships. We are dedicated to fostering a collaborative environment that champions creativity and expertise.

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