Engineering Coach - Manager of Researchers (Director/VP+)
Mento · Remote · Remote - US ·
COMPENSATION
€•• – ••k
Listed on the employer's job board (Ashby)
- Fully remote (NA/EU)
- Contract position
- Senior/VP level
- AI/ML background
- ICF training provided
Mento is hiring experienced engineering directors and VPs to provide coaching to members working in research and technical leadership. You will form one-on-one partnerships to help clients set goals, improve communication, and navigate complex organizational challenges.
Prior coaching experience is not required, as all new hires must complete Mento’s ICF-certified training program. This role is ideal for technical leaders who want to apply their expertise to help others thrive in their careers.
What you'll do
- Conduct 1:1 coaching sessions with members via the Mento platform
- Communicate with members between sessions through email or chat
- Participate in ongoing training to refine coaching methodologies
- Share insights and tools with the broader Mento coaching community
- Act as an empathetic ambassador for the Mento community values
What you'll need
- 15+ years leading technical research teams in AI/ML or related fields
- Director, VP, or equivalent senior engineering leadership experience
- Expertise in theoretical and applied AI/ML or mathematical sciences
- Ability to dedicate 3-5 hours per week to coaching activities
- Commitment to work with Mento for a minimum of 24 months
- Based in North America or Europe
- Willingness to complete the ICF-certified Coach Training 101 program
Nice to have
- PhD in a relevant technical field
- Publications or patents in top research organizations
- Previous experience coaching or mentoring researchers
How you'll work
- Fully remote position
- Candidates must reside in North America or Europe
- Minimum commitment of 12+ hours per month
- Contract basis with hourly pay and performance bonuses
Hiring process
- Interviews conducted based on current member demand
- Successful candidates join the next monthly Coaching 101 training
- Offers extended only when immediate client need exists
- Graduation from training leads to member matching