Today
Top Secret
Early Career (2+ yrs experience)
Bonus + Equity
Occasional travel
Engineering - Systems
Palo Alto, CA (On-Site/Office)
About the Company
Our client is a very well-funded, fast-growing AI research and engineering company led by one of the world’s most influential entrepreneurs. The team is small, fast-moving, and structured for maximum impact. Team members have opportunities to contribute directly to initiatives that shape the future of AI and national security, including close engagement with the CEO on select programs. This is a role for someone who wants to build the future of AI.
The Role: Mission Manager – Government
Mission Managers work hand-in-hand with U.S. and allied government partners to design and deliver AI solutions in secure, high-impact environments. This role bridges technical problem-solving with customer-facing leadership, ensuring AI products translate into mission outcomes. You’ll guide projects from discovery through design, prototyping, and deployment, collaborating with AI researchers, applied engineers, and other mission managers.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead scoping sessions with government partners to frame and refine mission needs
• Deploy AI models and solutions in secure environments, integrating with existing systems
• Partner with engineers to design, test, and scale LLM-powered solutions for real-world use cases
• Analyze system and prompt data to optimize model reliability, security, and performance
• Support incident response, continuous monitoring, and iterative improvements
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear mission outcomes for stakeholders
Focus Areas
• Hands-on scripting/programming skills (Python, SQL, or TypeScript) for debugging, prototyping, and analysis
• Strong interest in solving complex government mission challenges with AI
• Ability to frame ambiguous problems and communicate solutions clearly
• Adaptability to rapidly shifting priorities in a mission-driven startup environment
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage directly with government officers and stakeholders
Ideal Candidate
• 2+ years of experience in secure or high-reliability technical environments at a TOP company, preferred top defense startup
• Active U.S. Top Secret (or higher) clearance required
• Experience deploying AI/ML products in sensitive or government-facing contexts
• Background in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Data Science (advanced degree or military academy training preferred)
• Proficiency in Python and/or TypeScript, with familiarity in infrastructure-as-code (Pulumi, Terraform)
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
This is a full-time, onsite position in Palo Alto, CA. Do not submit a cover letter, write “I meet the qualifications” if you meet the qualifications and understand this role is onsite five days per week.
Job Category: AI/MLEngineering
Job Type: Full TimeOnsite
Job Location: Palo Alto
Our client is a very well-funded, fast-growing AI research and engineering company led by one of the world’s most influential entrepreneurs. The team is small, fast-moving, and structured for maximum impact. Team members have opportunities to contribute directly to initiatives that shape the future of AI and national security, including close engagement with the CEO on select programs. This is a role for someone who wants to build the future of AI.
The Role: Mission Manager – Government
Mission Managers work hand-in-hand with U.S. and allied government partners to design and deliver AI solutions in secure, high-impact environments. This role bridges technical problem-solving with customer-facing leadership, ensuring AI products translate into mission outcomes. You’ll guide projects from discovery through design, prototyping, and deployment, collaborating with AI researchers, applied engineers, and other mission managers.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead scoping sessions with government partners to frame and refine mission needs
• Deploy AI models and solutions in secure environments, integrating with existing systems
• Partner with engineers to design, test, and scale LLM-powered solutions for real-world use cases
• Analyze system and prompt data to optimize model reliability, security, and performance
• Support incident response, continuous monitoring, and iterative improvements
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear mission outcomes for stakeholders
Focus Areas
• Hands-on scripting/programming skills (Python, SQL, or TypeScript) for debugging, prototyping, and analysis
• Strong interest in solving complex government mission challenges with AI
• Ability to frame ambiguous problems and communicate solutions clearly
• Adaptability to rapidly shifting priorities in a mission-driven startup environment
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage directly with government officers and stakeholders
Ideal Candidate
• 2+ years of experience in secure or high-reliability technical environments at a TOP company, preferred top defense startup
• Active U.S. Top Secret (or higher) clearance required
• Experience deploying AI/ML products in sensitive or government-facing contexts
• Background in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Data Science (advanced degree or military academy training preferred)
• Proficiency in Python and/or TypeScript, with familiarity in infrastructure-as-code (Pulumi, Terraform)
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
This is a full-time, onsite position in Palo Alto, CA. Do not submit a cover letter, write “I meet the qualifications” if you meet the qualifications and understand this role is onsite five days per week.
Job Category: AI/MLEngineering
Job Type: Full TimeOnsite
Job Location: Palo Alto
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