Manager of Employee Programs & Operations

About the PositionJoin DeepMind as a Program Manager for our AI Platform and become integral to the operational success of a transformative program that fuels the Gemini and GenAI serving stack. This fixed-term contract role spans 12 months and is essential for delivering exceptional program support while driving operational excellence. Your primary focus will be on managing processes and execution to ensure seamless functioning of our technical infrastructure initiatives across various global time zones, all while establishing a structured framework that empowers our engineering teams to excel.Your RoleThis impactful Program Manager position emphasizes operational efficiency and program support in a mission-critical technical setting. You will oversee the operations of our GenAI serving stack, acting as a pivotal link between technical design and execution. This dynamic role demands a leader adept at thriving in an agile, fast-paced environment where priorities can shift rapidly. Key responsibilities include managing essential workflows, expediting technical design reviews, enhancing cross-functional collaborations, and ensuring that program objectives are achieved with accuracy and efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine, lead, and own comprehensive program charters addressing scope, timeline, OKRs, resources, and risks/dependencies for complex programs.Facilitate design reviews and technical steering discussions to effectively vet and accelerate engineering productivity.Collaborate closely with engineers to identify and resolve operational bottlenecks, supporting the timely delivery of infrastructure projects.Organize and lead program reviews, summits, and other collaborative events to enhance team cohesion.Identify and implement opportunities to revamp existing processes, transitioning from chaotic workflows to structured, efficient frameworks.

Join Aeva as an Operations Program Manager where you'll play a pivotal role in streamlining operations and driving efficiency across our teams. Your strategic mindset and project management skills will empower you to lead initiatives that enhance productivity and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that our operations align with business goals and customer needs.

Join Commure, Inc. as a Senior Operations Manager specializing in Infrastructure. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the development and execution of operational strategies that enhance our infrastructure capabilities. You will lead cross-functional teams to ensure operational excellence, drive efficiency, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.Your responsibilities will include managing infrastructure projects from conception to delivery, optimizing processes, and collaborating with various departments to align operations with business objectives.

Join LinkedIn as a Staff Technical Program Manager in our Physical Infrastructure team, where you will spearhead critical projects that enhance our infrastructure capabilities. You'll collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure seamless execution of large-scale initiatives while driving strategic alignment and operational efficiency.

About UsAt Google DeepMind, we believe that Artificial Intelligence can be one of humanity’s most transformative inventions. Our dedicated scientific community is committed to responsibly developing AI technologies that benefit society. We prioritize safety and ethics while leveraging our advancements for public benefit and scientific progress by collaborating on critical challenges.The RoleAs a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in our global Talent Acquisition function, particularly focusing on Research hiring. Your primary goal will be to attract and secure top-tier talent by partnering with Recruitment and various stakeholders within the organization. You will also support our talent outreach initiatives, building networks, engaging potential candidates, and gathering insights in our key research areas.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify and engage global research talent using AI tools and collaborate with our leading researchers.Assist in planning initiatives aimed at attracting new talent.Develop talent maps and gain insights on key competitors, particularly focusing on top AI labs competing with DeepMind.Conduct proactive outreach to candidates to align with our recruitment goals.Work closely with the TA Leader to provide actionable talent insights and market intelligence, both through individual research and collaboration with Google teams.Coordinate candidate interview processes and conduct screening calls to evaluate eligibility and fit.Establish connections with educational institutions to enhance our grassroots talent strategy.

About Us At DeepMind, we are on a mission to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence for the greater good. Our diverse team of scientists, engineers, and AI specialists collaborates to push the boundaries of technology, ensuring safety and ethical considerations are at the forefront of our innovations. We strive to utilize our advancements for public benefit and to contribute to scientific discovery. Role Overview The People & Culture (P&C) Experience & Delivery Partner team is crucial in providing responsive daily support and expert advice to Google DeepMind's leaders and managers. By working closely with P&C Partners, our team enhances leadership capabilities, ensures operational excellence, and analyzes employee experience insights to drive high performance across the organization. This generalist role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with various stakeholders within GDM, Google, and Alphabet's P&C teams, aiming to achieve a world-class employee experience. We are dedicated to fostering the professional growth of our team members through training and hands-on experiences that build comprehensive expertise. This position promises diversity and excitement in daily responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Deliver dynamic coaching and advice to leaders and managers regarding policies, processes, and best practices related to crucial P&C topics such as performance management, employee lifecycle processes, and policy exceptions. Support leaders and managers in overcoming specific challenges within their teams, including retention and well-being concerns or interpersonal conflicts. Contribute to the creation and implementation of scalable solutions to enhance manager capabilities. Act as a trusted advisor on people policies and practices relevant to the specific location, addressing a wide range of complex issues.

Waymo is at the forefront of autonomous driving technology, driven by a mission to become the world's most trusted driver. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has relentlessly pursued the development of the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™—aimed at enhancing mobility access while significantly reducing traffic-related fatalities. The Waymo Driver underpins our fully autonomous ride-hailing service and is adaptable across various vehicle platforms and use cases. With over ten million rides successfully completed, our technology has driven over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions of miles in simulation across more than 15 U.S. states.This position follows a hybrid work schedule and will report to a Manager of Technical Program Management.Responsibilities:Collaborate with engineering and product management teams to oversee and optimize the use of simulation compute resources.Formulate program frameworks and execution strategies that guarantee project success.Maintain a strong focus on decision-making while effectively communicating trade-offs to stakeholders.Exhibit the ability to influence without direct authority to ensure alignment and communication across all levels for your program.Requirements:Proven experience in large-scale program management, adept at handling multiple projects, diverse stakeholders, and complex team dynamics.A minimum of 5 years in infrastructure, software, or resource and capacity management.Educational background in computer science or a related technical field.A strong track record of delivering impactful strategic communications.

As a Senior Program Manager for Mapping Operations at Waymo, you will lead cross-functional teams to drive the development and execution of mapping strategies and initiatives. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring the precision and efficiency of our autonomous vehicle mapping system. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment.

Role Overview The Executive Business Partner Program Manager (18-month contract) plays a central role in shaping and managing DeepMind’s strategic E/ABP program. This position works closely with Executive and Administrative Business Partners throughout the organization, providing coaching and support to help them succeed. Building strong relationships with a wide range of senior stakeholders is key to ensuring the E/ABP community remains effective and adapts as business needs change. About DeepMind Google DeepMind brings together scientists, engineers, and machine learning experts to advance artificial intelligence in ways that benefit society. The team is dedicated to scientific progress and innovation, with a strong commitment to safety and ethics in every project. What You Will Do Work with the E/ABP Lead and other Program Managers to build and maintain a global E/ABP community at DeepMind. Partner with senior leaders to evaluate community capacity and form leadership collaborations that align with program goals. Lead a team of E/ABPs by setting expectations, offering feedback, and supporting their professional development. Monitor and manage metrics and resources to meet organizational targets, ensuring effective workload management and prioritization. Guide the team through change, encouraging innovation and thoughtful risk-taking to improve business results. Oversee E/ABP recruitment strategy with the Talent Acquisition team, supporting fair and strategic hiring practices. Foster a sense of belonging, psychological safety, and respect within the community, encouraging collaboration and team achievement. Location Mountain View, California, US Contract Details This is an 18-month contract role.

Databricks is seeking a skilled Senior Manager in Infrastructure Data Science to revolutionize our infrastructure through the power of data science. In this role, you will address intricate challenges associated with capacity planning, performance enhancement, reliability engineering, infrastructure optimization, and customer satisfaction. You will lead a talented team of data scientists and collaborate closely with engineering leaders to provide them with actionable, data-driven insights and solutions.At Databricks, our mission is to empower data teams to tackle the world's most pressing issues, from detecting security threats to advancing cancer treatments. We achieve this by creating and managing the leading data and AI infrastructure platform, allowing our clients to concentrate on the high-impact challenges that are vital to their missions.Founded in 2013 by the original creators of Apache Spark, Databricks has evolved from a small office in Berkeley, CA to a global powerhouse with over 7,000 employees. Numerous organizations, ranging from startups to Fortune 100 companies, depend on Databricks for their critical workloads, positioning us as one of the fastest-growing SaaS firms worldwide.Our engineering teams develop highly technical products that meet significant, real-world needs. We continuously push the limits of data and AI technology, all while maintaining the resilience, security, and scalability that are essential for ensuring our customers' success on our platform.

Waymo is seeking a dedicated and skilled Technical Program Manager for Hardware Programs to join our innovative team in Mountain View, California. As a pivotal member of our organization, you will oversee hardware program management, ensuring alignment with our ambitious goals and enhancing our autonomous driving technology.Your expertise will play a critical role in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and delivering high-quality hardware solutions. We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology.

Waymo is revolutionizing transportation with its cutting-edge autonomous driving technology, striving to become the world's most trusted driver. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has dedicated itself to developing the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™—to enhance mobility access and significantly reduce traffic-related fatalities. The Waymo Driver powers our fully autonomous ride-hailing service and is adaptable to various vehicle platforms and use cases. To date, it has completed over ten million rider-only trips, backed by extensive experience driving autonomously across 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions of miles in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.As a Technical Program Manager at Waymo, you will play a pivotal role in executing our roadmap through meticulous cross-functional planning, clear communication, and proactive risk management. In a landscape filled with complex technical and operational challenges lacking established protocols, you will drive discussions and decisions with a sense of urgency. Collaborating closely with all teams at Waymo, you will structure, own, and propel initiatives towards the real-world deployment of the Waymo Driver across diverse platforms and regions.This role follows a hybrid work schedule and reports to a Manager of Program Management.

Join our innovative team at LinkedIn as a Senior Staff Software Engineer focused on AI Infrastructure. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to build and enhance scalable AI systems that empower millions of users worldwide. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop efficient algorithms and contribute to cutting-edge projects that drive our commitment to AI excellence.

Intrinsic Robotics, part of Google, focuses on advancing industrial robotics through AI, perception, and simulation. The team aims to make robotics more intelligent, accessible, and practical for businesses, entrepreneurs, and developers. Engineers, roboticists, designers, and technologists here work together to unlock new creative and economic opportunities in the field. Role Overview The Compensation and Analytics Program Manager leads Intrinsic's compensation programs, including external offers, annual planning, promotions, internal transfers, and recognition initiatives. The role may also take on special projects such as M&A events. In addition, this person will help expand the analytics function, ensuring leaders and decision-makers have access to relevant data and insights. As the company grows, responsibilities will include refining the total rewards philosophy to match evolving goals within Google. The small team environment means this position will also support broader program management and operations tasks within the People function as needed. Key Responsibilities Deliver Compensation Programs: Oversee the annual compensation planning process, supporting a pay-for-performance approach. Compensation Operations: Manage compensation for geo-transfers, role changes, promotions, recognition programs, and other ad-hoc needs. Take part in job architecture discussions as the business evolves. Offer Negotiation Strategy: Work with Recruiting and Finance to strengthen the offer compensation strategy and help attract top talent in a sustainable way. People Analytics: Find opportunities for data-driven decision-making and deliver clear, accurate data. Recommend and implement improvements to current systems and tools. Operational Excellence: Contribute to the team's operational effectiveness. Develop automated audits and checks to ensure data integrity. Location This position is based in Mountain View, California.

Join DeepMind as a Senior Staff Technical Program Manager specializing in Personal Intelligence, where you will lead innovative projects that push the boundaries of AI technology. In this pivotal role, you will coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions, ensuring alignment with our strategic objectives.

Role overview The AI Agents Operations Associate at Commure plays a key part in supporting the deployment, monitoring, and optimization of AI agents that drive company solutions. Based in Mountain View, CA, this role helps maintain reliable and consistent performance for these systems. What you will do Assist with deploying and monitoring AI agents in live environments Help troubleshoot and resolve operational issues as they arise Collaborate with teams across the company to gather requirements and feedback Contribute ideas and effort to improve AI agent performance and reliability Who succeeds in this role Works well with both technical and non-technical colleagues Enjoys problem-solving and addressing operational challenges Ready to learn and adapt as systems change This position offers opportunities to develop new skills while supporting AI-powered products at scale.

Join MatX in Shaping the Future of AI InfrastructureAt MatX, we are pioneering the development of vertically integrated full-stack solutions that span from silicon to sophisticated systems for artificial general intelligence compute platforms. Our unique blend of hardware and software is complemented by a robust infrastructure team that manages essential systems — including build systems, CI/CD pipelines, cloud environments, security measures, and developer tooling — enabling our nimble team to deliver results at the speed of a much larger organization.We are seeking a proactive and experienced Infrastructure and IT Manager who will take ownership of our infrastructure and lead our talented team. In this role, you will engage in writing infrastructure-as-code, debugging build systems, triaging CI failures, and pushing code, while also focusing on hiring, mentoring, and defining the technical direction for our expanding platform team.

Nuro is seeking a Senior Program Manager based in Mountain View, California. This position centers on guiding complex projects from planning through execution, working closely with teams across the company. Role overview The Senior Program Manager oversees several cross-functional teams, coordinating efforts to meet project milestones and deliver results that align with Nuro’s strategic goals. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to keep multiple projects on track. Key responsibilities Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives Monitor progress to ensure project milestones are met on schedule Promote collaboration and clear communication among team members Streamline processes and introduce effective practices across the organization What success looks like Effective leadership, clear alignment between strategy and execution, and well-managed projects that move Nuro’s initiatives forward.

OverviewJoin us as a Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM) to lead pivotal initiatives for GeminiApp.The GeminiApp team is dedicated to creating a universal AI assistant aimed at enhancing productivity and creativity for billions of users. This proactive, personal AI will revolutionize how individuals interact with technology every day.We operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment reminiscent of a startup, continuously iterating and delivering impactful solutions.About DeepMindAt DeepMind, we believe artificial intelligence is one of humanity's most significant advancements. Our diverse team of scientists, engineers, and machine learning specialists collaborates to push the boundaries of AI technology, ensuring that safety and ethical considerations remain at the forefront of our innovations.Your RoleAs a TPM within the GeminiApp team, you will manage cross-organizational projects that will fundamentally alter our product and business landscape. Responsibilities include crafting exceptional user experiences, facilitating the integration of cutting-edge models, and navigating complex stakeholder dynamics. You will work closely with leaders across various functions such as Product, UX, Legal, and Marketing to meet our strategic objectives.We seek a candidate who embodies the following qualities:A proactive, action-oriented leader who thrives on high-priority initiatives.A strong focus on user experience.Enthusiastic about startup culture and quick-paced environments.A passion for the intersection of applied machine learning and language challenges.Capable of navigating ambiguity and driving collaboration across teams.Self-motivated and able to excel in an unstructured, fast-moving setting.Key ResponsibilitiesConvert ambiguous business objectives into structured, actionable programs.Identify and address risks proactively to maintain project momentum.Systematize critical business aspects to achieve reliable outcomes.Lead essential programs from inception to delivery.Build strong partnerships with PM and Engineering leaders to define product strategies and ensure accurate execution.