Drive and execute the PDE’s strategic planning calendar, including goal-setting (OKRs), business reviews, and quarterly/annual planning cycles.
Redesign and manage all PDE forums (e.g., leadership team meetings, offsites) to ensure they are high-signal, decision-focused, and not used for status updates.
Roll out and maintain prioritization and communication frameworks to ensure every team member understands how decisions are made, how priorities are set, and how their work connects to the overall strategy.
Proactively identify, resolve, and communicate high-level cross-team dependencies and roadblocks, serving as the central hub for coordination between Product, Design, and Engineering, and other departments (e.g., CS, Sales).
Partner with HR/Recruiting, Finance, PDE leadership to manage the organizational budget, drive accurate forecasting, and align resource allocation (headcount, vendor spend, tooling) with strategic priorities.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in an Operations, Chief of Staff, or Program Management leadership role, specifically supporting a Product, Design, or Engineering (PDE) organization
Demonstrated experience contributing to a high-functioning Product and Engineering organization. You have seen operational excellence firsthand and can confidently lead the organization toward that standard
Expert-level proficiency in defining and operationalizing organizational goals using frameworks like Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) or similar methodologies.
Proven track record of taking complex, ambiguous processes ("chaos") and documenting/implementing repeatable, scalable, and clear operating procedures ("order").
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex, high-volume information into clear, concise, and persuasive executive-level narratives and presentations.
A strong foundational understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), product management methodologies, and engineering team structures.
Exceptional ability to manage, influence, and drive alignment across diverse, senior stakeholders (VPs, Directors, and C-level staff).

Benefits

Industry competitive compensation and equity plan
Flexible time off, sick days, and 13 paid holidays
Comprehensive medical insurance including Health, Dental and Vision
Paid parental leave (plus fertility, adoption and other family planning benefits)
In-office workspace (San Francisco)
Monthly allowance for wellness, reading and access to LinkedIn Learning for continued development
Events and activities both team-based and company wide that inspire, educate and cultivate

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

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