Senior Program Manager at Nebius

Why work at Nebius Nebius is leading a new era in cloud computing to serve the global AI economy. We create the tools and resources our customers need to solve real-world challenges and transform industries, without massive infrastructure costs or the need to build large in-house AI/ML teams. Our employees work at the cutting edge of AI cloud infrastructure alongside some of the most experienced and innovative leaders and engineers in the field. Where we work Headquartered in Amsterdam and listed on Nasdaq, Nebius has a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, North America, and Israel. The team of over 1400 employees includes more than 400 highly skilled engineers with deep expertise across hardware and software engineering, as well as an in-house AI R&D team. About the Role We’re looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager, Startup Ecosystem to drive execution across Nebius’ startup-driven initiatives turning ecosystem strategy into high-impact, scalable outcomes. This role sits at the center of our ecosystem motion, owning end-to-end delivery and coordination of key initiatives across the Startup & Venture organization and broader GTM teams. This role will report directly to the VP of Global Startup Ecosystem. This is not a traditional project management role — you will operate as a strategic planner and executor, ensuring ecosystem efforts are structured, aligned, and executed with rigor. What You’ll Do Lead End-to-End Execution of Strategic Initiatives • Drive execution of key ecosystem initiatives across the four core pillars within the Startup & Venture organization • Own timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables from concept → launch → post-mortem • Manage multiple concurrent initiatives with strong attention to detail and quality • Ensure initiatives are executed in a structured, repeatable, and scalable way Ecosystem Orchestration & Cross-Functional Alignment • Own alignment across ecosystem initiatives and GTM motions to ensure cohesive execution across teams • Act as the central orchestrator across Sales, Marketing, Verticals, BDR, Channels, Product, and regional teams • Ensure initiatives are not run in silos, but as part of a coordinated, multi-touch system • Align timelines, messaging, and target accounts across initiatives to maximize impact • Drive execution cadence, follow-ups, and accountability across stakeholders • Identify overlaps, gaps, and sequencing issues — and resolve them proactively • Remove blockers and ensure initiatives move forward efficiently Translate Strategy into Execution • Work closely with leadership to operationalize ecosystem strategy into clear, actionable project plans • Break down ambiguous goals into structured workflows, milestones, and ownership • Bring rigor, clarity, and accountability to execution in fast-moving environments • Ensure consistency in how initiatives are planned and executed across teams and regions Enable Pipeline Through Ecosystem Initiatives • Partner with internal teams (Venture, community, industry), Sales, and BDRs to ensure initiatives are designed and executed to support pipeline generation and deal acceleration • Ensure clear ownership and handoffs across teams and improve visibility and coordination across the funnel: • Track how opportunities are sourced and progress across stages • Identify breakdowns in conversion and engagement • Align with GTM teams on: • Target accounts and quarterly priorities • Consistent messaging and outreach across touchpoints • Continuously refine how ecosystem initiatives translate into high-quality, well-coordinated opportunities Project Operations & Execution Excellence • Define clear success criteria for each initiative: • Delivery against scope, timeline, and quality • Stakeholder alignment and satisfaction • Adoption and engagement • Establish strong project governance and execution cadence: • Milestone tracking, status reporting, and risk management • Clear ownership and accountability • Identify operational gaps and inefficiencies: • Improve workflows, coordination, and cross-team collaboration • Standardize processes to increase scalability and repeatability • Build playbooks and best practices to ensure consistent execution across initiatives • Continuously improve the speed, clarity, and effectiveness of delivery Who You Are • 7–10+ years of experience in Project management, Program Management, GTM operations in tech companies • Strong executor with a track record of delivering complex, cross-functional initiatives • Comfortable operating in ambiguity and bringing structure to fast-moving environments • Deep understanding of: • Startup and VC ecosystem • GTM and pipeline generation • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously • Proficiency in project management tools Bonus: • Proven track record leading large-scale, cross-functional, and complex initiatives with strong, measurable outcomes • Experience in AI, cloud, or leading technology companies • Strong understanding of the startup and venture ecosystem Key employee benefits in the US: • Health insurance: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families. • 401(k) plan: Up to 4% company match with immediate vesting. • Parental leave: 20 weeks paid for primary caregivers, 12 weeks for secondary caregivers. • Remote work reimbursement: Up to $85/month for mobile and internet. • Disability & life insurance: Company-paid short-term, long-term and life insurance coverage. Compensation We offer competitive salaries, ranging from $215k - $275k OTE + equity based on your experience. Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages based on experience. Compensation Range$215,000—$275,000 USDWhat we offer • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. • Opportunities for professional growth within Nebius. • Flexible working arrangements. • A dynamic and collaborative work environment that values initiative and innovation. We’re growing and expanding our products every day. If you’re up to the challenge and are excited about AI and ML as much as we are, join us!