Founding Operations Lead at David AI (S24)
$120K - $205K  •  
Data for audio AI
San Francisco, CA, US / New York, NY, US
Full-time
1+ years
About David AI
About the role

Build the Intelligence Behind Audio AI

At David AI, we’re building the intelligence layer powering the next generation of AI. In just seven months, we’ve secured top AI labs and FAANG companies as customers and raised $5M from First Round Capital, Y Combinator, SV Angel, and more.

We’re solving the hardest problems in audio AI, from large-scale data pipelines to cutting-edge ML models. If you're an entrepreneurial engineer who thrives on tackling complex challenges and shipping impactful solutions, you’re in the right place.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead high-stakes, first-of-their-kind audio data collection projects – where no playbooks exist.
  • Design and scale operational infrastructure to support large-scale data workflows and AI-driven automation.
  • Own client relationships at the highest level, working directly with top AI researchers and shaping their data strategies.
  • Partner with engineering to build the internal tooling, workflows, and systems that power our operations.
  • Identify and remove bottlenecks – optimizing everything from sourcing pipelines to data labeling processes.
  • Analyze data to drive key decisions, ensuring our processes are scalable, efficient, and cost-effective.
  • Work side by side with our CEO and COO to drive operational excellence and business growth.

Who You Are

  • 2-6 years of experience in high-intensity environments (startups, consulting, operations, venture-backed companies)
  • Technical background (degree in CS, Industrial Engineering, or a related field)
  • AI/ML or audio interest – no expertise needed, but you should be eager to learn
  • Extreme ownership mentality – you care about company outcomes, not just individual tasks
  • High-execution perfectionist – high standards, fast-paced, and bias for action
  • Highly collaborative team player – willing to roll up your sleeves and support cross-functional needs
  • Operational ‘6th sense’ – you instinctively see inefficiencies and optimize them
  • Technical acumen – experience with SQL or Python and a strong product sense
  • Willing to hustle – ready to put in the effort required to build something that matters

Bonus Points If You…

  • Have startup or founder experience – 0→1 and 1→n is your sweet spot
  • Have scaled growth engines (e.g., funnel optimization, paid acquisition)
  • Have software development experience, even if not full-time
  • Speak multiple languages – global reach is key in audio AI

Why Join Us?

  • Unprecedented market opportunity 🚀 – we’re working on some of the most exciting challenges in audio AI right now
  • Elite customer base 🏆 – we partner with the world’s best AI research labs and FAANG companies
  • High-impact, high-ownership role 💡 – shape the future of our operations and company
  • Strong financial backing 💰 – $5M in funding from Tier 1 investors, including First Round Capital and Y Combinator

Ready to build the future of Audio AI? Apply now!

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