About the role#
This role combines strategic consulting with hands-on engineering. You will act as an internal consultant to modernize HR and Operations functions. Your work focuses on using AI, automation, and data visibility to improve how the company operates. You will move projects from initial concepts to fully deployed front-end solutions.
What you'll do#
- Identify and build AI-driven solutions to remove repetitive manual tasks in HR and Operations.
- Architect and deploy a centralized data dashboard for real-time reporting.
- Examine core HR functions like talent acquisition, onboarding, performance, and compensation to find bottlenecks and overhaul processes.
- Source and integrate third-party AI tools suited for startup operations.
- Take automation projects from whiteboard concepts to finished front-end tools.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in an MBA program, with a preference for dual MS/MBA degrees or technical undergraduate backgrounds.
- Prior experience in management consulting or complex project management with the ability to deliver results independently.
- An engineering background, specifically in front-end development.
- Experience building bespoke AI automations, agents, or API integrations.
- Direct experience working in or consulting for HR or People Operations teams.
- Familiarity with LLM capabilities and modern workflow automation architecture.
- A desire to build scripts and dashboards rather than just recommending solutions.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May to August).
- Status: Full-time and paid ($45 - 55 per hour based on education level).
- Note: No immigration sponsorship or relocation support is provided for this position.
About Ayar Labs
Ayar Labs develops optical I/O technology for AI infrastructure. Founded in 2015 and based in San Jose, California, the company employs between 51 and 200 people. Its hardware solutions aim to improve data movement efficiency for AI training and inference. The company operates as a privately held entity within the computer hardware manufacturing sector.
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