Protege Head of Operations, DataLab at Protege drives alignment, execution, and impact across data initiatives. Partners with leadership to design scalable operational processes and improve workflows for AI training data projects.
Responsibilities
As Head of Operations, DataLab at Protege, you will be a strategic partner and problem-solver, driving alignment, execution, and impact across the organization. You’ll work side-by-side with the CEO and leadership team to ensure our most important priorities move forward, from operational planning and strategic initiatives to executive communications and cross-functional coordination.
This is a role for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys switching between strategic thinking and hands-on execution, and can adapt quickly in a fast-moving environment. You’ll have broad exposure to the business, making this an ideal position for someone who wants to help shape Protege’s future.
Own day-to-day operations for the Data Lab, including planning, prioritization, and execution across data initiatives.
Design and implement scalable operational processes (intake, prioritization, resourcing, delivery, and reporting) to support data projects from concept through launch.
Partner with Data, Product, and Engineering leaders to identify operational bottlenecks and continuously improve workflows, tooling, and decision-making.
Establish operating rhythms, metrics, and dashboards to track progress, performance, and impact of Data Lab work.
Translate strategic objectives into clear roadmaps, timelines, and accountability across cross-functional stakeholders.
Prepare clear, concise updates and materials for executives, partners, and internal stakeholders on Data Lab priorities and outcomes.
Act as a hands-on problem solver and “operator in residence,” stepping into critical gaps as the Data Lab scales.
Qualification
You are highly adaptableYou are curiousBonus if you have these attributesComfort with SQL
Required
8+ years of experience in business operations, consulting, or a strategy/analyst role in a high-growth or fast-paced environment
You are comfortable navigating ambiguity and proposing structured solutions
You are highly adaptable, resourceful, and proactive in taking ownership of outcomes
You are curious, tenacious, and proactive.
You are biased towards action and continuously stay scrappy.
You treat those around you with kindness
Bonus if you have these attributes
Experience in AI or data-driven industries
Prior exposure to startup or scale-up environments
Comfort with SQL, analytics tools, or low-code automation platforms
Experience designing and implementing new business processes or systems
Background in project management or change management
