Strategic Project Lead, J.D./Legal Expertise - remote job

micro1 is hiring a Strategic Project Lead, J.D./Legal Expertise - a lead role, which means responsibility for a team or a direction. The role sits in IT and programming and is fully remote. The company places no restriction on where the candidate lives, so you can apply from anywhere.

The employer published the pay: $400k - $550k a year. The advert sets no condition on working hours.

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Job Title: Strategic Project Lead, J.D./Legal Expertise Job Type: Full-Time Location: Remote

Your Role: As a Strategic Projects Lead (SPL), you will be the main POC for our top AI Lab customers and manage a team of talented domain experts to train frontier AI models-with a strong focus on domain-specific experts in Legal. You will ensure the highest standards in data integrity, scalability, and quality, overseeing the design and execution of workflows that structure, optimize, and manage large-scale data pipelines. What You’ll Do:

* Own projects end to end, ensuring top AI Lab clients are extremely happy.

* Own and manage complex, domain-specific data pipelines, improving efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

* Manage teams of Human Data Managers and Leads reviewing the work of subject-matter experts in Legal.

* Communicate directly with top AI Labs on massive, high-impact projects.

* Work with Human Data Engineers to define, track, and optimize KPIs across expert-driven workflows.

* Provide executive-level insights and updates on key projects, data performance, and operational impact.

* Report directly to our CEO and Head of Human Data.

What We’re Looking For:

* Juris Doctor (JD) degree is required.

* Exceptional soft skills and stakeholder management ability, especially when working with senior legal experts.

* Willingness to grind long hours, including weekends, in a fast-moving startup environment.

* Strong startup and entrepreneurial mindset.

* Background in data operations, engineering, computer science, or deep exposure in the Legal domain.

* 2+ years in a leadership role driving operational processes, managing large-scale or domain-heavy data projects, or optimizing complex workflows.

* Passion for building from the ground up, identifying inefficiencies, and executing solutions rapidly in high-stakes environments.

Compensation & Benefits Notice The national pay range for this full-time position is base salary of $180,000 -$230,000 USD. All employees are eligible for equity compensation, and employees may also receive performance-based bonuses, dependent on role and subject to company policies. micro1 provides a comprehensive benefits package, including up to 100% reimbursement for health-insurance premiums, paid time off, a 401(K) plan with a company match, and additional benefits designed to support a high-performing, remote-first workforce. micro1 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, reach out to . Our hiring process utilizes artificial intelligence tools to assist in candidate screening and assessment. Our AI tools are designed to complement, not replace, human decision-making. Disclaimer The information contained in this job posting, including but not limited to role responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, and benefits, is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute a binding offer of employment. micro1 reserves the right to amend, modify, or withdraw any portion of this posting at its sole discretion and without prior notice. All employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Originally posted on Himalayas