Full-Time

Growth Lead

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Scale AI

Scale AI

5,001-10,000 employees

AI platform for data and models

Compensation Overview

$172k - $215k/yr

+ Equity Compensation

Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: New York, NY, USA

In Person

The job may require in-office presence in either New York or San Francisco, as indicated by the salary range provided for these locations.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Growth Marketing
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Python
SQL
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience on growth, product, or operations, or as a SWE
  • Strong technical background (role requires the ability to do data analytics using SQL or Python)
  • Excellent problem-solving capabilities and a robust analytical approach, with the ability to leverage data to inform growth strategies
Responsibilities
  • Drive critical growth projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, and Go-to-Market
  • Develop and enhance growth strategies, funnels and pipelines to meet the needs of strategic customers and market demands
  • Oversee the growth operations, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with business objectives
  • Focus on growth funnels from acquisition to activation on generative AI projects
  • Present regular progress updates to Scale’s executive team, contributing to the strategic direction of the company
  • Tackle some of the most pressing growth challenges, setting new standards for Scale AI's market presence in domain language
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior experience with strategy and operations-heavy business models (e.g. on-demand, marketplace, logistics, supply chain)
  • Prior experience supporting or working in Business Operations, Strategy or Operations teams at tech companies a plus
  • Experience working on operational challenges or as a consultant is a plus
  • An entrepreneurial spirit, comfortable with navigating ambiguity and scaling new products or services from the ground up

Scale AI provides a platform that helps businesses develop AI applications by utilizing their enterprise data to tailor powerful generative models. The platform includes tools for collecting, curating, and annotating data, as well as features for evaluating and optimizing models. Scale serves a wide range of clients, including major technology firms like Microsoft and Meta, large enterprises such as Fox and Accenture, generative AI companies like OpenAI and Cohere, U.S. Government Agencies like the Army and Airforce, and startups like Brex and OpenSea. What sets Scale apart from its competitors is its comprehensive suite of tools and services that allow clients to effectively harness the potential of AI while ensuring safety. The company's goal is to help clients unlock the value of AI through subscriptions and service fees for its platform and tools, ultimately enhancing the performance of advanced language models and generative models.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$15.9B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2016

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Scale AI secured $1.6B in Series F funding, boosting its financial stability.
  • The data annotation market is projected to grow to $3.6 billion by 2027.
  • Meta's $14.3B investment values Scale AI at $29 billion, doubling its valuation.

What critics are saying

  • Google plans to end its partnership with Scale AI over data security concerns.
  • Emerging competitors like Surge AI are aggressively raising capital.
  • CEO Alexandr Wang's departure to Meta may lead to leadership instability.

What makes Scale AI unique

  • Scale AI offers comprehensive data annotation for AI applications, including LiDAR and video.
  • The platform supports diverse clients, from tech giants to government agencies.
  • Scale AI's Generative AI Platform enhances model evaluation and optimization.

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Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Coverage - Our health plans give you the flexibility to select the right coverage for you and eligible family members through a variety of plan options.

Easy to use 401(K) - Plan and invest for the future with a 401(k) via Guideline. Scale’s 401(k) plan provides you an opportunity to defer compensation for your long-term savings.

Wellness Fund - We care about the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of all Scaliens. Our $100/month wellness stipend can be used for gym memberships, acupuncture, meditation apps, and so much more.

Virtual Social Activities - Being remote has not stopped us from hosting fun virtual events. From trivia night to candle making, we ensure employees are fostering connections & building strong relationships.

Learning & Development - We know how important career growth is for Scaliens, so we offer a $500/year L&D stipend to help support continued development throughout your journey.

Flexible hours allow you to work when you are most productive. You can work with your manager to best plan your daily work schedule.

Generous Paid Time Off - Enjoy time to travel or plan a staycation. We encourage employees to take time off to recharge and prevent burnout. We have a flexible PTO policy where each employee is afforded the flexibility to take planned time-off as needed.

Commuter Benefits - Set aside pre-tax dollars to use on qualified transportation expenses to help ease your commute.

Parental Leave - Balancing work and family is essential, and Scale understands the importance of having adequate leave policies in place to promote a healthy home and work life.

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-1%
Benzinga
Jul 10th, 2025
SCALE AI Invests $98.6M in 23 Projects

SCALE AI announced a $98.6 million investment in 23 new AI projects across Canada, accelerating AI adoption in various industries. The funding, with a 2-to-1 private-to-public investment ratio, supports initiatives in Quebec and beyond, enhancing national productivity and competitiveness. The announcement, attended by Minister Evan Solomon, highlights Canada's leadership in AI innovation and the role of SCALE AI in fostering a robust AI ecosystem.

Anthropic
Jul 9th, 2025
Advancing Claude for Education

Additionally, Scale AI, Inc. has expanded its student ambassador and builder programs, launched its first free AI Fluency course, and welcomed several new institutions - including the University of San Francisco School of Law and Northumbria University - further advancing responsible AI adoption in higher education.

Tech Startups
Jul 1st, 2025
Surge AI seeks $1B at $15B+ valuation in first-ever raise as Scale AI loses customers and CEO to Meta

"Surge AI, a data-labeling firm that competes with Scale AI, has hired advisors to raise as much as $1 billion in the first capital raising in the firm's history," Reuters reported.

Tech Announcer
Jul 1st, 2025
Scale AI Secures $1.6B Series F Funding

The AI startup scene is booming with significant investments. Scale AI secured $1.6 billion in Series F funding, while Meta plans to raise $29 billion for AI infrastructure. Abridge raised $300 million for medical documentation AI. Emerging startups like Delv.AI, Conveo, and FortyTwo are innovating in AI. Major investors like Accel and Andreessen Horowitz are heavily investing in AI, and Perplexity AI launched a $50 million venture fund for AI startups. AI is advancing across diverse industries.

Platum
Jun 16th, 2025
Meta Invests $14.3B in Scale AI

Meta, led by Mark Zuckerberg, has invested $14.3 billion in Scale AI, acquiring a 49% stake. This investment values Scale AI at $29 billion, doubling its previous valuation of $14 billion. This is Meta's second-largest investment after acquiring WhatsApp for $19 billion in 2014. Despite the significant stake, Meta will not be heavily involved in Scale AI's operations. Scale AI's CEO, 28-year-old Alexandr Wang, will join Meta to lead the newly established Superintelligence Lab.