Program Manager, Foundations Data and Operations

OpenAI

Program Manager overseeing research data acquisition and operational workflows at OpenAI. Leading vendor engagement and data quality initiatives in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 6/15/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $162,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with research to understand data needs and define acquisition priorities and timeline that are aligned with our research roadmap.
Translate research objectives into clear technical requirements and operational plans, ensuring data workflows, timelines, and quality standards are executed to the highest quality standards.
Lead vendor and partner engagements for data sourcing – including evaluating suppliers, negotiating agreements, and managing delivery.
Establish and maintain metrics for data quality, throughput, efficiency, and overall program performance, ensuring visibility to leadership and cross-functional partners.
Identify gaps in our data ecosystem and proactively drive initiatives to strengthen our data acquisition and creation capabilities over time.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Have 8+ years of experience in operations, strategy, venture capital, private equity, or consulting, with at least 5 years operating within a company. We will also consider high-trajectory candidates with fewer years of experience but at top companies with a clear track record of excellence.
Have experience taking end-to-end ownership of large, ambiguous problems, and breaking them down into clear, actionable plans.
Have direct experience engaging with executives and senior leaders to influence and drive strategic decisions.
Excel under pressure, bringing a high motor and exceptional adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Are highly analytical - sophisticated in your understanding and approach to analyses; ability to ask and answer the most important questions, and present results clearly to leaders to influence decision making.
Are comfortable operating at all altitudes – discussing strategy and vision with executives, and troubleshooting operations with individual contributors and external partners.
Have excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Are passionate about technology and artificial intelligence, and interested in its impact on business and society.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents), plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
13+ paid company holidays, and multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge, plus paid sick or safe time (1 hour per 30 hours worked, or more, as required by applicable state or local law)
Mental health and wellness support
Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
Annual learning and development stipend to fuel your professional growth
Daily meals in our offices, and meal delivery credits as eligible
Relocation support for eligible employees
Additional taxable fringe benefits, such as charitable donation matching and wellness stipends, may also be provided.

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Hard Skills & Tools

data acquisitiondata workflowsdata quality metricsoperational plansdata ecosystem analysisstrategic decision makinganalytical skillsproblem-solvingvendor managementnegotiation

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationcross-functional collaborationadaptabilityflexibilityinfluenceownershipanalytical thinkingpressure managementstrategic thinking