job summary: Labor is the last broken supply chain. Forecasting, allocation, and professional identity remain fragmented across static tools and manual decision-making. Ando is rebuilding this system from first principles. We start with highly accurate AI-generated demand forecasts, move to allocation-first labor optimization, and compound value through a persistent labor graph that captures skills, reliability, availability, and performance across time and employers. Over time, this becomes a professional identity layer and intelligent system serving both enterprises and frontline workers. location: Covina, California job type: Permanent salary: $200,000 - 250,000 per year work hours: 9am to 5pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: What You'll Own AI & Systems Leadership Own Ando's core intelligence layer end-to-end:Predictive demand forecastingMarket-level labor allocation and optimizationContinuous learning loops across shifts, workers, and enterprisesDesign and evolve production ML systems that operate under real-world uncertaintySet standards for model evaluation, accuracy, and learning velocityMake architectural decisions that compound over time Senior Leadership & External Voice Sit at the senior leadership table alongside the CEORepresent Ando's AI strategy in:Enterprise customer conversationsSenior hiring and recruitingInvestor and advisor discussionsThe SF AI and systems ecosystemHelp translate complex systems into clear, credible narratives Team & Culture Recruit, mentor, and lead a small, high-bar AI/ML and systems teamBuild a culture grounded in accuracy, accountability, and systems thinkingAct as a talent magnet for senior technical builders qualifications: What We're Looking For 8-12+ years experience building production ML, forecasting, or decision systems Strong background in: Time-series forecasting, optimization, or applied ML Production data systems and software engineering Experience leading or mentoring senior engineers while remaining hands-on Ability to reason at the system level, not just the model level Comfort explaining AI tradeoffs to non-technical executives Clear, structured communication and strong judgment Nice To Have (Not Required) Experience with workforce, logistics, marketplaces, or supply-chain systems Startup or founding-team experience Prior exposure to multi-objective optimization or allocation problems Public speaking, writing, or ecosystem involvement Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.