Technical Program Manager, Frontier AI Research

Job Title

Technical Program Manager, Frontier AI Research

About Us

Google DeepMind is a technology company that develops artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) systems.

The Role

As a Technical Program Manager in Frontier Research, you will navigate immense technical complexity and manage critical cross-functional dependencies at the leading edge of AI. You will apply deep technical expertise to perform engineering due diligence, influence high-level architecture, and accelerate the delivery of research.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Strategy and Execution: Translate complex research and engineering efforts into execution plans and measurable goals, and actively drive delivery through sprints or equivalent methodologies.
• Technical Due Diligence: Utilize advanced TPgM tools and processes, evaluate engineering scope, establish technical roadmaps, and influence technical direction.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Build and guide effective cross functional partnerships across diverse disciplines, including modeling, infrastructure, and evaluation, to ensure alignment on shared objectives.
• Operational Excellence: Build and optimize scalable operational frameworks, establishing robust mechanisms to monitor program performance and anticipate technical risks while strategically reducing your personal operational load to allow it to scale.
• Continuous Innovation: Proactively identify and implement opportunities to enhance research velocity and engineering excellence through optimized tools and methodologies.
• Stakeholder Management: Distill complex technical updates and research progress into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences and executive leadership.
• Resource Optimization: Drive strategic planning for mission-critical resources, including compute management and allocation, to respond to a rapidly changing competitive landscape.

About You

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Technical Program Management or a related role within an advanced technical or research environment.
• Proven experience partnering directly with research or engineering leads to deliver on high-impact, technically complex projects.
• Comprehensive technical knowledge and understanding of program management methodologies adapted for research-centric environments.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s or PhD degree in a technical field, particularly related to AI/machine learning.
• Direct experience in AI/ML research or development
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to understand complex technical systems and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Passion for the future of AI and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where technology meets real-world impact.

Salary

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $163,000 - $237,000 + bonus + equity + benefits.