University Recruiting Program Manager San Francisco Office

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We are looking for our first University Recruiting Program Manager to build Lambda’s early-career programs from the ground up. This is a foundational role—there is no pre-existing framework, no "playbook," and no limits on creativity. If you thrive in ambiguity, love experimenting with new approaches, and are eager to create a best-in-class university program, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Design & Build – Develop Lambda’s first-ever university recruiting and internship program, crafting a strategy that attracts top student talent.
• Create Meaningful Experiences – Develop immersive, high-impact internship programs that showcase Lambda’s technology, culture, and career opportunities.
• Experiment & Innovate – Implement creative and scalable strategies to engage early-career talent, trying new approaches without being afraid to fail forward.
• Develop Partnerships – Build relationships with top universities, student organizations, and faculty to strengthen Lambda’s presence in the early talent space.
• Plan & Execute Events – Oversee all aspects of university-related events, from career fairs to technical workshops, hackathons, and networking sessions.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally – Work closely with hiring managers, recruiters, and leadership to align hiring needs with university outreach efforts.
• Measure & Iterate – Define success metrics, track program performance, and continuously refine strategies to improve the program year over year.

You

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of experience in university recruiting, early-career talent programs, or related experience.
• A builder’s mindset—you’re excited to create something from scratch and iterate along the way.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, balance priorities, and drive results in a fast-moving environment.
• Strong relationship management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
• Experience with event planning, program development, and community engagement.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS), CRM tools, and event management platforms.

Nice to Have

• A track record of launching and scaling new programs in an ambiguous or startup-like environment.
• Experience engaging with technical student populations, such as AI, machine learning, or engineering students.
• Passion for AI and machine learning

Salary Range Information

Based on market data and other factors, the annual salary range for this position is $145,000 - $210,000. However, a salary higher or lower than this range may be appropriate for a candidate whose qualifications differ meaningfully from those listed in the job description.

About Lambda

• We offer generous cash & equity compensation
• Investors include US Innovative Technology, Gradient Ventures, Mercato Partners, SVB
• We are experiencing extremely high demand for our systems, with quarter over quarter, year over year profitability
• Our research papers have been accepted into top machine learning and graphics conferences, including NeurIPS, ICCV, SIGGRAPH, and TOG
• We have a wildly talented team of 350 , and growing fast
• Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• Commuter/Work from home stipends for select roles
• 401k Plan with 2% company match (USA employees)
• Flexible Paid Time Off Plan that we all actually use

A Final Note:

You do not need to match all of the listed expectations to apply for this position. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lambda is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation and identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law.