Senior Program Officer, Portable Memory & Context (24-month Lte)

Gates Foundation

Seattle, WA, USA
Base: $190,100 to $294,700 usd; location-adjusted ...
Ai and data infrastructure expertise
Portable data and interoperable systems
Multi-sector ecosystem convening
The Foundation is the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world and offers comprehensive benefits including no-premium medical coverage and paid family leave

Job Summary

  • The Foundation is the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world and offers comprehensive benefits including no-premium medical coverage and paid family leave.
  • The Senior Program Officer will lead investments to build portable memory and context infrastructure for next-generation AI systems, driving standards, governance, and multi-sector alignment.
  • The role involves managing a complex portfolio of grants, convening diverse stakeholders, and serving as a technical resource to advance AI infrastructure in education and workforce systems.

Matching Summary

The Foundation is the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world and offers comprehensive benefits including no-premium medical coverage and paid family leave.

Salary

Base: $190,100 to $294,700 USD; Location-adjusted range: $209,100 to $324,100 USD in Seattle and Washington D.C.; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage with no premiums, paid time off, paid family leave, foundation-paid retirement contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • AI and data infrastructure expertise
  • Portable data and interoperable systems
  • Multi-sector ecosystem convening
  • Governance and privacy frameworks
  • Technical strategy and investment leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in education and workforce systems
  • Knowledge of learner-centered data solutions
  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts
  • Inclusive culture support
  • Public-interest governance experience

Key Requirements

  • Advanced degree or equivalent experience
  • Experience with AI and data infrastructure
  • Work authorization without sponsorship
  • Experience convening multi-sector ecosystems
  • Strong understanding of governance and privacy
  • Proven portfolio leadership and strategy influence

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work authorization in country of employment

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