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________This is an example!________PLEASE NOTE: This position is for testing purposes only within Lever's testing environment. Applications for this job will not be considered.Founded a decade ago, Lever is dedicated to addressing the critical challenge of attracting and hiring exceptional talent. We are at the forefront of developing next-generation hiring software utilized by industry leaders such as Netflix, Yelp, Cirque du Soleil, Shopify, and Spotify to expand their teams. Our innovative approach to talent acquisition has set us apart as leaders in the industry, and we are eager to find talented individuals to join our rapidly growing team. We take immense pride in our achievements, including being recognized as the #1 workplace in San Francisco and one of the top employers nationwide. Our employees, affectionately known as 'Leveroos', represent our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering a people-first culture.

ABOUT USAt Applied Compute, we are pioneers in developing Specific Intelligence for enterprises, creating agents that learn continuously from a company’s processes, data, expertise, and objectives. Our mission is to establish a continual learning platform that captures context, memory, and decision traces throughout the organization, enabling specialized agents to perform meaningful tasks.Why Join Us: Our team operates at a unique intersection of innovation. Our product team is responsible for crafting a platform that serves as the backbone for a new generation of digital coworkers. Meanwhile, our research team explores the cutting edge of post-training and reinforcement learning to enhance product experiences. Our applied research engineers collaborate closely with clients to deploy agents effectively in real-world scenarios. This synergy of robust product development, extensive research, and direct client engagement is essential for us to revolutionize AI in the enterprise landscape.Our Team: Comprising engineers, researchers, and operations experts, our team includes many former founders with extensive experience. We have developed RL infrastructure at OpenAI, data foundations at Scale AI, and other systems at companies like Two Sigma and Watershed. We proudly serve Fortune 50 clients and are supported by top-tier investors including Kleiner Perkins, Benchmark, Sequoia, Lux, and Greenoaks.Who Thrives Here: We seek individuals passionate about utilizing cutting-edge research and complex systems to address real-world challenges. Comfort navigating diverse environments, whether it’s a new codebase, unfamiliar customer data architecture, or unexplored problem domains, is essential. Our team values genuine client engagement — listening, empathizing, and understanding the realities of work in their organizations. Those with entrepreneurial spirits, rich project experiences, or proven capabilities to manage tasks end-to-end will excel in our environment.THE POSITIONAs a Software Engineer, you will be instrumental in building the products and interfaces utilized by customers and internal teams. You will manage the entire application platform stack, from collaborative human-AI workspace systems to backend workflows orchestrating sandboxed agent sessions, and the continual learning SDK that provides engineers with oversight of the agent development lifecycle.

Role overview Crusoe seeks a Sourcing Manager to join the team in San Francisco, CA. This position shapes procurement strategies and supports improvements across supply chain operations. The Sourcing Manager plays a key role in selecting suppliers, managing negotiations, and ensuring that sourcing practices reflect Crusoe’s sustainability commitments. What you will do Find and engage suppliers who meet established quality and sustainability criteria Negotiate contracts to secure favorable terms and competitive pricing Refine sourcing processes to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs Align all procurement activities with the company’s sustainability objectives

Join Oura as a Senior Sourcing Manager specializing in Battery technologies. In this pivotal role, you will drive sourcing strategies, enhance supplier relationships, and ensure our products meet the highest quality standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain efficiency and contribute to the development of cutting-edge battery solutions.

About UsAt Applied Compute, we specialize in developing Specific Intelligence tailored for enterprises. Our innovative agents are designed to continuously learn from a company’s processes, data, expertise, and objectives. Currently, there exists a significant disparity between the capabilities of AI models in isolation and their reliable performance within real business environments. These systems often fail to adapt to feedback. We are creating a continual learning layer: a robust platform that captures context, memory, and decision-making traces throughout the enterprise, fostering an environment where specialized agents can effectively perform real work.Why Join Us? We are at a unique crossroads in technology. Our product team is focused on developing the platform that will enable a new generation of digital coworkers. Our research team is at the forefront of advancing post-training and reinforcement learning, leading to groundbreaking product experiences. Our applied research engineers work closely with customers, assisting them in deploying models into production. This blend of strong product focus, deep research, and direct customer engagement is our belief in how to advance AI in the enterprise. We take pride in being product-led, research-enabled, and forward-deployed.Our Culture: Our team is composed of engineers, researchers, and operators, many of whom are former founders. We have developed RL infrastructure at OpenAI, created data foundations at Scale AI, and built systems at Together, Two Sigma, and Watershed. We collaborate with Fortune 50 clients, as well as companies like DoorDash, Mercor, and Cognition. We are fortunate to have backing from leading investors such as Benchmark, Sequoia, and Lux.Ideal Candidates: We are seeking individuals who are passionate about applying innovative research and complex systems to solve real-world challenges. You should feel at ease navigating unfamiliar environments—be it a new codebase, a customer’s data architecture, or an entirely new problem domain. A genuine enjoyment in working with customers—listening, empathizing, and understanding their workflows—is essential. We find that former founders, individuals with numerous side projects, or those who have demonstrated an ability to take ownership of projects from start to finish thrive in our environment.The RoleAs a Product Engineer, you will be instrumental in building the platform that supports a new era of digital coworkers, equipping human knowledge workers with the leverage similar to what coding agents provide developers today. This role is pivotal as you will manage projects from inception to completion within our continual learning platform and work closely with both Applied Research and Research Systems, ultimately helping define a new category of technology. Your work will encompass the entire technology stack, including cloud-hosted sandbox environments and enterprise-grade solutions.

Company OverviewEcho Neurotechnologies is a pioneering startup in the Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) sector, committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation through sophisticated hardware engineering and artificial intelligence solutions. Our core mission is to provide groundbreaking technologies that empower individuals with disabilities, enhancing their autonomy and overall quality of life.Team CultureBecome part of a small, passionate team of skilled professionals dedicated to making a difference. In our early-stage environment, you will have the chance to influence significant decisions that will have a lasting impact. We prioritize continuous learning and development, encouraging cross-functional collaboration where your input is crucial to our collective success.Job ResponsibilitiesForge and nurture supplier partnerships for Echo throughout the product lifecycle, from initial design and development to commercial production.Work closely with R&D engineers, cross-functional teams, and suppliers during new product development to create essential medical devices, components, and materials based on the demands of our products and organization.Utilize processes to streamline New Product Development (NPD) initiatives encompassing quality assurance, cost management, delivery timelines, and risk mitigation with suppliers.Perform Make vs Buy analysis, supplier selection, develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts (including NDA, Development, and Supply), manage purchase orders, and maintain supplier relationships to ensure reliable supply and competitiveness.Oversee project management for sourcing deliverables, liaising with project managers, communicating with cross-functional groups and suppliers to monitor performance and address risks.Lead workshops with internal partners and suppliers to leverage DFx strategies and tools (such as manufacturability and supply chain considerations) alongside component plans to enhance part quality and reliability.Identify, reduce, and mitigate risks, improving timelines and fostering enduring partnerships crucial to overcoming business and technical challenges.Monitor supplied component quality, supply risks, material costs, and response/lead times for new products.Collaborate with suppliers to design launch plans, ensuring that materials, labor, and capacity are ready to meet demand.

Join Us in Shaping the Future of AI!If you are passionate about our innovative work but don't see a specific role that fits your profile, we encourage you to apply here. At Applied Compute, we prioritize collaborating with exceptional individuals who resonate with our mission.About UsWe specialize in developing Specific Intelligence for enterprises, creating agents that perpetually learn from a company's processes, data, expertise, and objectives. Despite advancements in AI, there remains a significant disparity between the capabilities of AI models in isolation and their performance within real-world business contexts. Our solution is to build a continual learning layer—a platform that captures context, memory, and decision pathways across enterprises, enabling specialized agents to effectively perform tasks.Our ExcitementWe operate at an extraordinary intersection of innovation. Our product team designs the platform that fuels a new generation of digital colleagues, while our research team explores the cutting-edge of post-training and reinforcement learning to enhance product experiences. Our applied research engineers collaborate closely with customers to implement models in production. This unique blend of strong product focus, in-depth research, and hands-on engagement with customers is essential for integrating AI into enterprises. We pride ourselves on being product-led, research-enabled, and forward-deployed.Our TeamOur team comprises engineers, researchers, and operators, many of whom are former founders. We have experience building RL infrastructure at OpenAI, data foundations at Scale AI, and systems at Together, Two Sigma, and Watershed. We collaborate with Fortune 50 clients, including DoorDash, Mercor, and Cognition, and are supported by renowned investors like Benchmark, Sequoia, and Lux.Who Thrives HereWe seek individuals eager to apply groundbreaking research and complex systems to tackle real-world challenges. You should be adept at quickly navigating unfamiliar environments, whether it's a new codebase, a customer's data architecture, or an entirely new problem domain. A genuine passion for working with customers—listening, empathizing, and understanding their organizational workflows—is essential. Those with a background as former founders, experience in numerous side projects, or a strong ability to manage tasks end-to-end typically excel in our environment.

About UsAt Applied Compute, we are pioneering the development of Specific Intelligence for enterprises, creating agents that continuously learn from a company’s processes, data, expertise, and objectives. Our mission is to bridge the gap between isolated AI capabilities and their effective application within real business environments. Traditional AI systems often fall short as they lack the ability to adapt based on feedback. Our innovative continual learning layer captures context, memory, and decision-making processes across the enterprise, enabling specialized agents to engage in meaningful work.What Excites Us: We operate at the exciting intersection of product development and cutting-edge research. Our product team designs the platform that empowers a new generation of digital coworkers, while our research team drives advancements in post-training and reinforcement learning to enhance user experiences. As an applied research engineer, you will work directly with clients to implement models in production, combining robust product development with deep research insights to facilitate AI integration in enterprises.Meet Our Team: Our diverse team consists of engineers, researchers, and operators, many of whom are former founders. We have previously built reinforcement learning infrastructure at OpenAI, established data foundations at Scale AI, and contributed to significant systems at companies like Together, Two Sigma, and Watershed. We collaborate with Fortune 50 clients, including DoorDash, Mercor, and Cognition, and are proud to be backed by reputable investors such as Benchmark, Sequoia, and Lux.Who Thrives Here: We seek individuals who are passionate about applying innovative research and complex systems to solve real-world challenges. You should feel comfortable navigating new environments rapidly—be it a fresh codebase, a client’s data architecture, or an unfamiliar problem domain. A genuine enjoyment for customer interaction, empathy, and a deep understanding of their operational workflows are essential. Candidates with entrepreneurial backgrounds, extensive side projects, or a proven track record of end-to-end ownership typically excel in our environment.

WHO WE AREAt Applied Compute, we are pioneering the development of Specific Intelligence tailored for enterprises. Our innovative agents continuously learn from a company’s processes, data, expertise, and goals, creating a dynamic learning layer that captures context, memory, and decision traces. This empowers specialized agents to tackle real-world tasks effectively.Why We're Excited: We operate at a unique convergence of technology and practical application. Our product team is responsible for developing the platform that drives a new generation of digital coworkers. Simultaneously, our research team explores the cutting-edge of post-training and reinforcement learning to craft exceptional product experiences. Our applied research engineers work closely with clients to deploy agents into production, ensuring that we combine strong product development with deep research and hands-on implementation.Our Team: We are a diverse group of engineers, researchers, and operators, many of whom are former founders. Our backgrounds include building reinforcement learning infrastructure at OpenAI, data foundations at Scale AI, and operational systems at other leading tech companies. We are proud to collaborate with Fortune 50 customers and are supported by top-tier investors like Kleiner Perkins, Benchmark, Sequoia, Lux, and Greenoaks.Who Thrives Here: We seek individuals who are passionate about applying innovative research and complex systems to solve real-world challenges. Candidates should be adept at quickly navigating unfamiliar environments—be it a new codebase, a client's data architecture, or a novel problem domain. Our team values empathy and understanding in our customer interactions, so those who enjoy listening, learning, and delivering results tend to excel here.THE ROLEAs a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will engage directly with customers to deploy and integrate our platform within their technical environments. You will be responsible for constructing the infrastructure and tools necessary to transform research into production systems. This role requires ownership of customer engagements from start to finish, including architecting environments, building large-scale data pipelines, creating evaluation frameworks for model training, and ensuring our platform delivers scalable value.

Crusoe Technologies seeks a Senior Manager of Sourcing based in San Francisco, CA. This position leads sourcing initiatives and helps define procurement strategies for the company. Key responsibilities Design and execute sourcing strategies that balance cost savings with quality improvements Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to align with business objectives Work closely with teams throughout the organization to improve procurement processes Guide sourcing and procurement efforts to support company growth Role focus This role centers on driving effective sourcing practices and collaborating across departments to enhance procurement outcomes. Leadership in this position directly influences Crusoe Technologies' ability to meet its operational and strategic goals.

Founded in 2007, Airbnb transformed the way people experience travel, growing from a simple idea to a global phenomenon with over 5 million hosts welcoming more than 2 billion guests worldwide. Our hosts provide unique accommodations and experiences, allowing travelers to connect with local cultures in authentic ways.Join Our Community:The Strategic Sourcing team, integral to Airbnb’s Global Procurement organization, is essential in driving operational efficiency and sustainable growth. We collaborate with internal stakeholders to create and implement sourcing strategies that align with Airbnb’s business goals while fostering innovation, value, and success.We pride ourselves on being a collaborative and forward-thinking team, adopting an AI-first mindset to leverage technology, automation, and data that streamline processes and enhance efficiencies. Guided by our mission to create a world where anyone can belong, we emphasize delivering value through curiosity, creativity, and integrity.Key partners across functions include Finance, Legal, and Business Operations.Your Impact:As the Community Support Sourcing Manager at Airbnb, you will hold a pivotal role in enhancing operational efficiency, stakeholder success, and financial outcomes. You will spearhead comprehensive sourcing and supplier relationship management in key spending areas, focusing on Community Support (BPO) services, including global outsourced support operations, vendor strategies, and performance governance.Your expertise in operations and procurement will enable you to influence decisions, mitigate risks, and drive supplier performance as a trusted advisor. Developing and executing category plans that align with business priorities, you will identify opportunities for cost efficiency, supplier innovation, and risk management within the BPO sector.Success in this role entails delivering quantifiable improvements in cost and value, advancing supplier diversity and innovation, and shaping Airbnb’s sourcing strategy to bolster company growth and operational excellence.You will lead initiatives aimed at simplifying the sourcing and procurement processes.

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

Join our team as a Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager!In this pivotal role, you will oversee the comprehensive management of our high-value indirect spend portfolio, driving significant cost savings and enhancing operational effectiveness. As a trusted advisor to senior leaders across IT, Engineering, HR, and Marketing, your expertise will help optimize investments in critical categories such as software/SaaS, complex cloud solutions, corporate travel, professional services, and global events. You will play a vital role in transitioning our procurement processes to be AI-enabled and data-driven.

About Gong.io Gong.io builds AI-powered solutions for revenue teams. The Gong Revenue AI Operating System brings together data, insights, and workflows to help teams observe, guide, and collaborate more effectively. With the Gong Revenue Graph and a suite of AI-driven tools, over 5,000 companies worldwide use Gong to gain insights into their teams and customers, automate sales workflows, and improve deal outcomes. Learn more at www.gong.io. Role Overview: Senior Sourcing Manager - SaaS The Senior Sourcing Manager will drive strategic sourcing for SaaS and technology projects that support Corporate IT, Sales, and Marketing. This position is open in Austin, Chicago, New York City, Salt Lake City, and San Francisco. What You Will Do Manage a growing portfolio of enterprise SaaS platforms, productivity and collaboration tools, security software, business applications, and internal data/AI solutions. Work closely with leaders in IT, Security, Finance, Legal, Sales, and Marketing to define sourcing strategies and optimize spend. Enable quick, scalable decisions in a high-growth environment by facilitating cross-functional alignment. What We Look For Strong commercial judgment and experience negotiating enterprise software and SaaS agreements. Ability to lead complex, cross-functional sourcing decisions efficiently. Deep knowledge of SaaS, technology procurement, and vendor management.

Join Airbnb's dynamic team as a Strategic Sourcing Manager, focusing on our Enterprise Technology initiatives. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in sourcing strategies to optimize costs, drive value, and enhance supplier relationships within our technology sector. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to identify sourcing opportunities, assess vendor capabilities, and implement effective procurement strategies. Your contributions will play a key role in supporting our mission to create a world where anyone can belong anywhere.

Join Thorin as a Founding Product Manager!As a pioneering member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of applied AI solutions that redefine productivity in modern organizations.At Thorin, we leverage cutting-edge AI technology to create proactive agents that continuously monitor and optimize workflows across platforms like Slack, email, and meetings, ensuring that no task falls through the cracks.Our approach goes beyond traditional AI tools; we build real-time digital twins of organizational processes, enabling seamless automation and actionable insights over extended timeframes.With the visionary guidance of Joe Lonsdale and the backing of 8VC, Thorin is set to become a cornerstone of AI-driven productivity.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Manager of Applied AI Solutions Architecture - Partnerships to join our innovative team at Anthropic. In this role, you will lead the design and implementation of AI solutions that enhance our collaborative partnerships. Your expertise will drive impactful AI applications while ensuring seamless integration with partner technologies.As a key player in our organization, you will manage a team of skilled architects and engineers, fostering an environment of creativity and collaboration. You will also engage with stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into effective AI-driven solutions.