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Raydar

Strategic Projects Lead

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In-Office
San Francisco, CA, USA
150K-225K Annually
Entry level
In-Office
San Francisco, CA, USA
150K-225K Annually
Entry level
Lead external client relationships and deliver revenue-driving data projects. Coordinate cross-functional teams of finance, software engineering, and science experts; collaborate on research initiatives; drive company-wide projects; and support broader operational work. The role requires technical experience, strong ownership, deadline discipline, and willingness to work extended hours on-site in San Francisco.
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About the company

Our client is a fast-growing technology company.

The role

Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Take charge of client relationships and project delivery, guiding groups of subject-matter experts and partnering with internal teams. This is an early, broad-scope position that also pitches in on wider operational work across the business.

What you'll do

- Work directly with external clients to plan and deliver data projects that drive company revenue.

- Lead and coordinate teams of experts from varied fields such as finance, software engineering and the sciences.

- Collaborate with internal teams on research-oriented work.

- Drive cross-company initiatives as an early member of the team.

- Support the team on a range of operational initiatives.


Requirements

What we're looking for

- Experience building and shipping code, whether through a software internship, a job or substantial coursework.

- Proficiency in at least one programming language.

- Prior technical role (software engineering, quant, machine learning or data science) at a reputable company.

- A degree from a top-30 STEM program.

- A self-directed approach, with the initiative to carry projects from kickoff to completion without close supervision.

- A track record of delivering quality work under tight deadlines.

- Willingness to work 60+ hours per week when needed.

- Willingness to work on-site five days a week, with a half-day or remote on Sundays.

Bonus points

- Previous experience as a founder.


Benefits

Compensation and benefits

- Base salary: USD 150,000 to 225,000 per year

- Equity

Location and work model

- San Francisco, CA, United States

- On-site, 5 days a week (Monday to Friday), with a half-day or remote on Sunday

- Full-time

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