About this role
Description Imagen is looking for an AI Operations Manager to join our Product team and lead the operational processes behind the data that powers our AI models, ensuring high-quality datasets that drive model performance and product innovation. Responsibilities Translate product and AI requirements into structured data and annotation projects. Define annotation specifications, guidelines, workflows, and success criteria. Manage end-to-end image annotation operations with external vendors. Own vendor relationships, monitor performance, and ensure timely delivery. Conduct ongoing quality control and validation of annotated datasets. Organize and manage large image datasets for AI training and evaluation. Work closely with Product Managers, AI Researchers, Data Scientists, and Customer Success teams to support AI feature development. Drive operational excellence and continuously improve annotation and data quality processes. Requirements 2+ years of experience in AI Operations, Data Operations, Annotation Operations, Product Operations, or similar roles. Hands-on experience managing image annotation and data labeling projects - a Must. Experience working with external annotation vendors and outsourcing partners - a Must. Strong understanding of AI, Machine Learning,computer vision and LLM-based systems - a must. Experience creating annotation guidelines, specifications, and quality control processes. Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Proven ability to manage complex cross-functional projects and multiple stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.