Idler · 4 days ago
Special Projects Operator
San Francisco
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$140K/yr - $200K/yrIdler is a company that builds reinforcement learning environments to teach AI models to code. They are seeking a Special Projects Operator to drive the execution of multi-million-dollar projects and manage a network of expert contributors under demanding timelines.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningSaaS
Responsibilities
Drive the tactical execution of multi-million-dollar projects
Recruit, manage, and orchestrate a network of hundreds of expert contributors
Ensure flawless operational execution under demanding timelines
Design and manage end-to-end data pipelines, from customer specifications to final delivery
Diagnose bottlenecks, restructure workflows, and implement solutions that improve quality, throughput, and cost-efficiency
Manage hundreds of distributed contributors in Slack-based workspaces
Source, vet, train, and performance-manage domain experts
Maintain high execution standards across all stages of production
Qualification
Required
Background in consulting, finance, startups, or other operationally intense environments
Strong analytical and communication abilities
Proven track record of managing complex projects
Excited by 'gritty' process optimization and large-scale execution
Benefits
Healthcare coverage
401(k)
15 days PTO
Generous holiday schedule
Meals, coffee, and snacks (that you will actually enjoy) covered during working days
Latest MacBook Pro and equipment
Relocation assistance available
Team offsites and events (we love hanging out)
Company
Idler
Idler powers intelligent systems with scalable, on-demand RL environments for research, product, or simulation.
Founded in 2025
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
Y Combinator
2025-09-09Pre Seed· $0.5M
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