Data Research and Development Manager (AI Data Tools)

Job Description

Oracle AI Science : M2 Data Research and Development Manager (AI Data Tools)

The Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) AI Science Team is seeking an experienced and driven Data Research and Development Manager to manage our data tooling and dataset efficiency initiatives. This pivotal role requires a technically astute leader who excels in designing AI data solutions, orchestrating efficient execution, and supporting data excellence. You will drive the development of advanced tools that empower our data annotation teams and shape robust data governance across Oracle's AI portfolio.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.

7+ years of combined experience in software development, AI data pipeline / tooling, or data science-at least 3 years in a technical management role.

Proven expertise in AI training datasets, evaluation metrics, and annotation processes.

Demonstrated experience building software solutions to support AI / ML data initiatives, preferably in a large-scale cloud environment.

Track record in managing and mentoring teams of developers, engineers, and data professionals.

Excellent project management skills, with hands-on familiarity with Agile / Scrum methodologies.

Superior communication skills; able to translate business / legal requirements into technical deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience in developing or managing AI training, evaluation, and compliance tooling.

Familiarity with privacy-preserving ML, secure data annotation, and enterprise-scale data platforms.

Previous collaboration with legal or compliance teams on data and governance topics.

Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking skills in ambiguous and evolving scenarios.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Guide a multidisciplinary team developing data governance tools, data pre-processing, and analytics platforms to increase annotation efficiency and compliance.

Manage the delivery and continuous improvement of platforms that enable effective AI training, evaluation, and monitoring across OCI's AI programs.

Partner closely with legal, product, and development teams to gather requirements, translate them into actionable roadmaps, and deliver on key business objectives.

Oversee execution of data governance tooling initiatives, supporting high quality, productivity, and compliance in a rapidly evolving technical landscape.

Foster cross-functional communication among program owners, legal, and business stakeholders-including effective reporting on project status and risks.

Champion ongoing process improvements, tool automation, and best practices for data handling, privacy, and security.

Stay informed on regulatory, ethical, and technical standards for AI model data.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a talented, global team at Oracle.

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Disclaimer :

Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

US : Hiring Range in USD from : $109,200 to $223,400 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.

Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following :

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion

Short term disability and long term disability

Life insurance and AD&D

Supplemental life insurance (Employee / Spouse / Child)

Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts

Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match

Paid time off : Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.

11 paid holidays

Paid sick leave : 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Financial planning and group legal

Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.

Career Level - M2

About Us

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