LINK 2026: Software Development Intensive Program

About Five RingsFive Rings is a pioneering proprietary trading firm dedicated to blending strategy, innovation, and technology to navigate today’s dynamic global markets. With offices located in New York, Boca Raton, London, and Amsterdam, we engage in a diverse array of domestic and international trading activities, spanning both well-established and niche …

ABOUT THE ROLE At Peloton, our Learning and Development team is dedicated to fostering an environment where individuals can excel and find professional fulfillment. We create innovative learning experiences that drive personal growth and organizational success, empowering our team members to reach their full potential. We are looking for a Learning and Development Manager to spearhead the design, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive learning initiatives throughout the employee journey. This role is pivotal in crafting management training programs, nurturing exceptional leaders, and aligning learning strategies with overarching business objectives. The position reports directly to the Director of Learning and Development. If you are a strategic thinker with a proven track record in developing both in-person and online training programs and are committed to delivering world-class development solutions, we encourage you to apply!

Asana is seeking a dedicated and innovative User Research Manager to join our team in New York City. In this pivotal role, you will lead user research initiatives to gain valuable insights that will shape our product development and enhance user experience. Collaborating closely with product managers and designers, you will employ qualitative and quantitative research methods to understand user needs, behaviors, and motivations.Your expertise will be instrumental in driving user-centric strategies, ensuring our product solutions resonate effectively with our target audience. As a champion for the user, you will not only advocate for their needs within the organization but also mentor junior researchers and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

The OpportunityAt doji, we are revolutionizing the fashion shopping experience through the use of AI avatars. Our focus is on developing innovative diffusion models and crafting unique, personalized interfaces that enhance user engagement.Based in the vibrant heart of New York City, we are a passionate team of creative innovators with a unique blend of taste and extensive AI knowledge. Our backgrounds include launching successful consumer products at renowned companies like Apple, DeepMind, Meta, and emerging startups. Supported by investors from OpenAI, Cursor, and SKIMS, we stand at the crossroads of AI, technology, and culture.The RoleWe are in search of talented Research Engineers to play a pivotal role in advancing our avatar and virtual try-on models. This position requires in-person collaboration at our NYC office.As a Research Engineer, your responsibilities will include:Developing state-of-the-art generative AI features for our productsConstructing data pipelines to integrate large-scale image and video datasets into model trainingEnhancing model performance based on user feedback and preference tuningOptimizing virtual try-on experiences for various body types, clothing styles, and aesthetic preferencesCollaborating within a shared codebase while maintaining high coding standardsCreating cutting-edge personalized try-on solutions in video and 3D formatsWorking closely with our founders to develop industry-leading technologiesYou are an ideal candidate if you:Possess hands-on experience in training and fine-tuning diffusion models (a must-have)Are knowledgeable in implementing and optimizing diffusion model training pipelinesHave a strong passion for craftsmanship and creating groundbreaking experiencesThrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments (such as startups) or have been a high-performing individual contributor in academia or open-source projectsAre self-motivated, proactive, and quick to learn new concepts deeplyHave experience implementing machine learning papers from scratch using PyTorch or JAXGet excited about exploring new machine learning methodologies and read academic papers for enjoymentPossess problem-solving instincts to navigate challenges effectivelyHave a genuine interest in fashion, avatars, or creative expression

Harlem Children’s Zone supports children and families in New York City by focusing on education, career preparation, and essential life skills. The organization aims to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty through comprehensive programs and community engagement. Role overview The Program Coordinator for After-School Programming develops and manages after-school activities for students in Harlem. This role emphasizes academic support, leadership development, and preparation for high school and college. The coordinator is responsible for shaping curriculum, allocating resources, and ensuring programs run smoothly. This position reports directly to the Director and Assistant Director. Key responsibilities Coordinate and implement after-school programs for youth Promote academic achievement and leadership skills among students Oversee resource management and scheduling for program activities Contribute to curriculum planning and program design Collaborate with the Director and Assistant Director to achieve program objectives Location This position is based in New York, New York, United States. Learn more For insights into working at Harlem Children’s Zone, visit Want to Work at Harlem Children’s Zone? Here’s 7 Things You Need to Know.

Role overview The Program Manager at the City of New York guides initiatives that strengthen community services and improve city operations. This role coordinates several projects that contribute to the city's strategic goals, ensuring programs run smoothly and efficiently. What you will do Create and maintain detailed project plans for various city programs Oversee budgets and monitor expenditures for assigned initiatives Coordinate work across city departments and collaborate with external partners Keep projects on track with city priorities and established timelines Foster collaboration among stakeholders from different backgrounds Impact This position supports programs that make a tangible difference in the lives of New Yorkers. By focusing on operational improvements and community outcomes, the Program Manager helps deliver services that matter every day.

Decagon seeks a Senior Research Engineer based in New York City. This role centers on driving research initiatives and developing new technologies that align with the company’s objectives. Role overview The Senior Research Engineer collaborates with team members from various disciplines. The work involves designing experiments, analyzing outcomes, and creating solutions for complex challenges. Key responsibilities Advance research projects that contribute to Decagon’s goals Build and refine technologies to address technical problems Work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds to design experiments and interpret findings

Role overview The City of New York seeks a Director of Policy and Program Development to lead the creation and improvement of policies and programs that serve the community. This position calls for a strategic thinker who can guide initiatives with a clear vision and coordinate efforts across various city departments.

Join CoreWeave as a Technical Program Manager specializing in Security Compliance. In this pivotal role, you will oversee and drive security compliance initiatives across our technical programs. Your expertise will ensure that we adhere to industry standards and best practices, thereby safeguarding our infrastructure and data integrity.

Quick FactsRole: Quantitative ResearcherLocation: 5 days/week @ NYC HQBase Salary: $200K to $325KEquity: Competitive initial grant plus annual performance-based bonusesAbout MomentMoment is at the forefront of developing innovative trading and portfolio management technology. Our flagship product suite encompasses high-throughput market data pipelines, automated smart order routing algorithms, real-time portfolio ledgering and position tracking, as well as advanced portfolio optimization techniques.Founded in 2023 by a dynamic team of quantitative traders and researchers from Citadel and Jane Street, we have successfully secured over $100 million in funding from notable investors including Andreessen Horowitz and Index Ventures. Our technology supports critical operations for financial institutions managing assets exceeding $8 trillion.The Research Team at Moment tackles complex challenges such as:Executing over 100K variable portfolio optimizations within seconds.Creating machine learning models to predict relative value and future performance of fixed income securities.Formulating risk models to assess the tracking error across portfolios.Developing AI agents to conduct credit research, construct custom portfolios, and automate essential portfolio management functions.You're a Great Fit If...You are a quantitative researcher or trader, with a willingness to consider strong candidates from other fields.You possess a bachelor's degree or PhD in Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Economics, or Computer Science.You have experience writing production-ready code in Python.You are resourceful and eager to tackle challenges.You enjoy collaborating closely with clients; at Moment, researchers also act as product managers.Preferred QualificationsExperience in fixed income quantitative research.Familiarity with numerical optimization techniques.Knowledge of factor and risk models.Experience with Polars.Proficiency in machine learning pipelines.Experience with multi-modal LLMs.BenefitsHealth Insurance401k

About PolymarketPolymarket stands as the largest prediction market platform globally, offering individuals a unique opportunity to express their insights on real-world events by trading on outcomes in politics, economics, sports, culture, and current affairs. Our peer-to-peer marketplace operates without a centralized house, allowing us to aggregate diverse opinions into transparent, market-based probabilities that truly reflect collective expectations about the future.As we continue to expand rapidly, with an impressive $21B traded in 2025, we are positioning ourselves as an alternative source of news and insights. Our vision is to be a trusted beacon of truth in global media, and we invite you to join us in this mission.About the RolePolymarket is in search of a Senior Technical Program Manager who will bring organization and execution excellence to our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will facilitate coordination among engineering teams, ensuring that cross-functional initiatives are delivered on schedule while establishing the systems and processes necessary for our growth.This position is foundational for our evolving organization. As we have experienced rapid growth, we currently lack formal PM processes. You will not merely implement existing frameworks; instead, you will design and develop them from the ground up.Key ResponsibilitiesDelivery & Execution: Oversee the complete delivery of technical projects encompassing backend services, infrastructure, and user-facing features. Take responsibility for timelines, dependencies, and alignment among stakeholders for our top priority initiatives.Cross-Team Coordination: Act as the central hub of coordination among engineering, product, and leadership teams. Proactively identify and mitigate blockers before they escalate into issues. Ensure all teams remain aligned on priorities and project sequencing.Process & Systems Development: Create and implement frameworks, rituals, and tools that enhance visibility into project progress while avoiding unnecessary bureaucracy.Technical Bridging: Facilitate the connection between product vision and engineering execution. A solid understanding of our architecture will be essential for scoping work and managing inter-team dependencies effectively.Documentation & Knowledge Management: Establish standards for technical documentation and decision records that are practical and utilized. Ensure asynchronous work is possible and our learnings are preserved.Stakeholder Communication: Manage communication with leadership and cross-functional partners, providing clear, actionable updates regarding project status, risks, and trade-offs.Team Development: As the organization grows, assist in building the program management function, which may include recruitment and mentorship of future team members.

Role Overview Stripe is hiring an Operations Program Manager in New York, NY. This role focuses on improving how Stripe operates day to day and supporting key projects that shape the company’s direction. The Operations Program Manager works closely with teams across the business to keep projects on track and ensure operations support Stripe’s broader goals. What You’ll Do Work with teams from different functions to coordinate and deliver complex projects Identify ways to make operational processes more efficient Support strategic initiatives that help Stripe grow and adapt Monitor progress and make adjustments to keep projects aligned with company objectives

Join our dynamic team at Ansatz Capital as a Research Engineer where your expertise will contribute to the development, testing, and implementation of innovative trading strategies. You will play an essential role in designing and constructing the research infrastructure necessary to evaluate trading concepts effectively.We are seeking candidates with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis, who are passionate about uncovering and capitalizing on statistical patterns within financial markets. Proficiency in Python is essential, as you'll be expected to bring your analytical ideas to life through code. Ideal candidates will not only possess intellectual curiosity but also demonstrate the ability to work independently in maintaining and evolving our trading strategies.Your software development prowess will be highly valued, particularly if you can produce efficient, high-performance code and create user-friendly tools that enhance our quantitative research capabilities and broaden our trading strategy coverage.Compensation includes a competitive base salary, performance-based bonuses, and potential participation in long-term incentive programs.

Why Join NebiusNebius is at the forefront of a transformative era in cloud computing, catering to the burgeoning global AI economy. We equip our clients with the essential tools and resources to tackle real-world challenges, enabling industry transformation without incurring hefty infrastructure costs or the necessity to establish expansive in-house AI/ML teams. Our team operates at the cutting edge of AI cloud infrastructure, collaborating with some of the most innovative leaders and engineers in the sector.Our Work EnvironmentHeadquartered in Amsterdam and publicly traded on Nasdaq, Nebius boasts a global presence with R&D centers across Europe, North America, and Israel. Our workforce exceeds 1,400 employees, featuring over 400 highly skilled engineers specializing in both hardware and software engineering, complemented by an in-house AI R&D team.The Role Nebius is expanding its reach by developing several new industry verticals, transitioning from AI-native cloud customers to enterprise sectors through scalable, repeatable solutions. We are seeking an accomplished Senior Program Manager - Industry Verticals to implement structure, planning discipline, and transparent reporting across our verticals portfolio. The core objective of this position is to establish a clear and reliable operational rhythm that promotes visibility, alignment, and predictable execution across multiple concurrent initiatives. This hands-on project management role emphasizes planning, tracking, coordination, and reporting—not business ownership or strategy development. The successful candidate will ensure that initiatives spanning Physical AI and Robotics, Media and Entertainment, Retail and E-commerce, and Financial Services are well-structured, accurately monitored, and consistently reported, with proactive risk management.

jobgether is seeking a Lead Program Manager for a fully remote position based in New York. This role centers on managing and improving programs that align with the company’s strategic direction. The Lead Program Manager will coordinate projects, guide teams, and play a key part in shaping important company initiatives. Key Responsibilities Oversee several programs from initial planning through to execution Support strategic initiatives by refining and optimizing program processes Lead and mentor cross-functional teams to reach project milestones Encourage collaboration and maintain clear communication across departments Requirements Proven track record in program management roles Strong leadership skills and experience building effective teams Background in achieving results within a remote work environment Dedication to nurturing a positive and collaborative workplace culture This is a remote position for candidates located in New York.

Schmidt Sciences is a forward-thinking nonprofit organization founded in 2024 by Eric and Wendy Schmidt, dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and fostering breakthroughs with innovative tools aimed at ensuring a sustainable planet. Our primary focus is on impactful research in key areas, including artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced computing, astrophysics, biosciences, climate science, and space exploration, while also supporting researchers across various disciplines through our science systems program.About the AI & Advanced Computing Institute (“AI Institute”) The AI Center at Schmidt Sciences is a pioneering grantmaking and research entity that recognizes AI as a transformative driver of scientific discovery and societal advancement. Our objective over the next decade is to empower key researchers dedicated to enhancing the competency, trustworthiness, and reliability of AI systems, enabling them to collaborate effectively with human scientists in groundbreaking discoveries. Additionally, we intend to strategically invest in beneficial AI sectors where philanthropy can create unique advantages. By bolstering essential infrastructure, foundational research, and targeted programs across scientific disciplines, the AI and Advanced Computing Center aims to facilitate the conditions necessary for AI-enabled discoveries to fulfill their potential. The AI Center focuses on three primary areas: 1. AI for Science – leveraging AI to enhance how scientists formulate hypotheses, conduct experiments, analyze data, and generate new knowledge, specifically accelerating the discovery process. 2. Science of AI – exploring and managing AI systems to mitigate risks associated with advanced AI, while improving reliability and performance in areas often neglected by commercial interests. Current initiatives include AI2050 and the Science of Trustworthy AI. 3. Beneficial AI – establishing scientific foundations and datasets to understand the broader human impacts of AI, including high-impact grantmaking programs aimed at utilizing AI to accelerate research in the humanities and assessing AI's effects on the labor market.

Genius Sports is at the forefront of transforming the sports industry by combining cutting-edge technology with unparalleled live data to create an engaging and personalized experience for sports fans around the globe. Discover more about us at geniussports.com.The Role - Senior Technical Program ManagerWe are on the lookout for a Senior Technical Program Manager who will spearhead execution, alignment, and delivery across our core infrastructure platform. Genius Sports is in the process of integrating various technology teams and acquired platforms under a cohesive technical strategy. This role is pivotal in ensuring that these initiatives progress in a coordinated and reliable manner.Our Infrastructure Platform empowers engineering teams to consistently and efficiently build, deploy, and manage Genius Sports’ diverse product portfolio. As a Senior TPM, you will play a crucial role in transforming broad objectives into actionable programs, managing interdependencies and risks, and ensuring timely delivery against defined milestones and goals. You will collaborate closely with the entire InfraPlat team, product engineering leaders, and security teams to maintain alignment, coordinate efforts across teams, and uphold visibility.What You’ll DoDrive execution of cross-functional programs that involve various platform and product teams.Translate strategic initiatives into well-structured program plans with defined scope and milestones.Establish and maintain program operating rhythms, including planning sessions, execution tracking, reviews, and retrospectives.Identify, monitor, and manage interdependencies and risks among teams with competing priorities.Collaborate with technical leads to ensure initiatives prioritize developer velocity, operational excellence, security, and cost efficiency.Support initiatives such as multi-region Kubernetes platforms, MLOps workflows, standardized deployment systems, and shared authentication services.What You’ll Bring6+ years of experience in technical program management.Proven track record of coordinating delivery across multiple engineering teams and long-term initiatives.Ability to engage deeply in technical discussions to grasp requirements, constraints, and delivery risks.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the capability to convey complex technical concepts to various stakeholders.

The Team – Strategy, Technology & TransformationBecome a pivotal member of a dynamic team that collaborates with senior leaders across the insurance and banking sectors to enhance enterprise performance, transparency, and decision-making processes. Our team plays a crucial role in managing complex transformations that include financial planning, profitability analytics, operating model redesign, and data-driven performance management, often in the context of growth, integration, or significant change initiatives.Your ImpactThis position is tailored for an experienced finance transformation leader who comprehends the intricacies of creating, measuring, and managing financial performance within complex financial services entities. You will engage closely with executive stakeholders to convert strategic initiatives into actionable financial and operating models, ensuring insights, accountability, and the creation of sustainable value.Key Responsibilities:Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A) and corporate planning initiatives, encompassing stress testing, capital planning, long-range planning, annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and scenario modeling specifically designed for insurance and/or banking sectors.

As an Algorithm Developer at Wehrtyou, you will take the lead in designing and maintaining sophisticated models that serve as the backbone of our trading operations. Your role will involve rigorous statistical analysis of extensive market and financial datasets to create predictive trading models. You will deploy these models in real-time on our high-performance trading infrastructure, meticulously analyzing their daily performance to ensure sustained profitability. Collaborating closely with fellow algorithm developers and core developers, you will engage in research, development, and testing of innovative order execution and model training methodologies aimed at enhancing trading efficiency.

Role Overview The City of New York is hiring a Program Manager to guide initiatives that support and improve quality of life for residents. This position shapes, launches, and manages projects that reflect city priorities. What You Will Do Develop strategies for city programs and initiatives Oversee project implementation from planning through execution Monitor progress to ensure alignment with city goals Location This role is based in New York City.