Founding Strategic Projects Lead, AI Training

Ever wonder how real human insights could power the next generation of AI? At UserTesting, we are on the brink of something truly transformative. We are searching for an exceptional individual to join us as our Founding Strategic Projects Lead for AI Training. This is your chance to shape how human understanding directly influences cutting edge artificial intelligence, defining new paths and leading critical initiatives from the ground up. If you are a visionary who thrives at the intersection of strategy, project leadership, and AI innovation, ready to make a significant impact on a global scale, then this pioneering role is calling your name.

Overview

UserTesting stands as the recognized leader in human insight, empowering organizations to build extraordinary products and experiences. We achieve this by connecting teams with fast, actionable feedback from real people. As the world increasingly focuses on developing and refining AI systems, the demand for high quality, ethically sourced training data becomes paramount. Our extensive participant network and expertise in understanding human behavior place us in a unique position to drive innovation in this critical area. Join a passionate team dedicated to transforming how companies connect with their customers. This is a fully remote opportunity, open to talent worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the definition and execution of strategic initiatives focused on leveraging human insight for AI training data at scale.
Identify, evaluate, and launch new programs and projects that bridge UserTesting's core strengths with emerging AI development needs.
Collaborate closely with product, engineering, research, and participant network teams to develop innovative solutions for AI data collection and annotation.
Establish best practices, processes, and frameworks for ensuring the quality, efficiency, and scalability of AI training data pipelines.
Drive cross functional alignment and manage complex projects from conception through successful delivery, overcoming obstacles and adapting to evolving requirements.
Act as a thought leader internally and externally, advocating for the strategic importance of human centered AI training.
Monitor industry trends and competitive landscapes to proactively identify opportunities and threats related to AI training data and methodologies.

Requirements

Proven track record of leading complex strategic projects and delivering significant business outcomes in a fast paced environment.
Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, data annotation principles, and the lifecycle of AI model training.
Exceptional ability to think strategically, identify opportunities, and translate vision into actionable plans.
Demonstrated experience in cross functional collaboration, influencing stakeholders at all levels without direct authority.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, capable of articulating complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
Resourceful, proactive, and adept at problem solving, with a strong bias for action.
Experience working with or managing large scale data initiatives is highly desirable.

What You'll Gain

The unique opportunity to be a founding member of a critical strategic function, directly shaping UserTesting's future in the AI landscape.
Significant impact on how leading companies develop and train their AI systems, leveraging human understanding for more ethical and effective outcomes.
Exposure to cutting edge AI technologies and methodologies within a market leading company.
A collaborative, innovative, and supportive remote work environment, allowing you to thrive from anywhere in the world.
Opportunities for substantial professional growth and development as you build and scale a new strategic area.
Work with a passionate team dedicated to solving real world problems with human insight.