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Technical Program Manager, Public Sector (Boston, MA)

Scale - Boston, MA, United States - Hybrid - posted 2026-09-09

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Salary: USD 138,400 - 249,000 / annual

Scale AI is hiring a Technical Program Manager to lead delivery of agentic AI workflows for U.S. government national security customers. This hybrid role is based in the Boston area and requires an active TS/SCI security clearance. You will own or support customer account plans, triage technical issues, and drive cross-functional workflows that ensure reliability and impact of AI solutions for public sector missions. The role blends program leadership, customer relationship building, technical fluency, and contract awareness in a fast-moving, mission-driven environment. Key responsibilities include: - Leading innovation by solving undefined technical and operational challenges for public sector customers - Leveraging technical expertise to create or improve AI/ML solutions from scratch - Using data and analytics to align internal resources and deliver customer value - Transitioning AI/ML technologies into working products for government use cases in computer vision and generative AI - Partnering with engineering, operations, and public sector teams to build tailored AI systems - Leading cross-functional teams to exceed customer AI/ML objectives - Managing long-term customer health by identifying and mitigating risks - Making customer success repeatable and scalable for future government customers - Collaborating with product development teams on engineering challenges Required qualifications: - Active TS/SCI security clearance (mandatory) - 3+ years in stakeholder management or customer-facing roles - Technical background in computer science, statistics, or engineering - Deep understanding of generative AI/ML fundamentals (RAG, evals, agent orchestration) - Track record of structured, analytics-driven problem-solving - Excellent verbal and written communication - Ability to work at a cleared facility in greater Boston 3+ days/week with 25% travel (occasional 50% surge periods) Nice-to-have qualifications include aerospace manufacturing familiarity (CAD, PLM, configuration management, digital twins), legacy aircraft sustainment or MRO program experience, 10+ years professional experience in technical program management, prior API technology company experience, and Python or other programming language proficiency. This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation including base salary, equity, comprehensive health/dental/vision coverage, retirement benefits, learning stipend, generous PTO, and potential commuter benefits.

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