
Director of Operations – Strategy
Sentient Foundation
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Singapore
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Tech Stack
About the role
- Develop and execute strategies spanning marketing, BD, and community growth with APAC as priority
- Lead planning cycles ensuring alignment between ecosystem initiatives and Foundation mission
- Identify market opportunities and position Sentient Foundation as a leader in open-source AI
- Drive cross-functional coordination, resolving dependencies and keeping initiatives on track
- Build processes and systems that improve team velocity and operational excellence
- Support leadership in real-time decision-making to move projects forward efficiently
- Build relationships with exchanges, AI labs, protocols, and enterprises across APAC
- Leverage exchange relationships to drive strategic initiatives and ecosystem visibility
- Represent the Foundation at industry events and conferences throughout the region
- Shape Foundation messaging and brand positioning with regional nuance
- Design programs that engage developers, researchers, and builders across APAC
- Build relationships with community members, contributors, and KOLs in key markets
Requirements
- 5+ years in strategy, operations, BD, or ecosystem growth in web3 or AI
- Background at a top exchange (Coinbase, Binance, OKX) is a strong plus
- Experience at a foundation or protocol-level organization preferred
- Strong track record building partnerships and driving execution in APAC markets
- Exceptional communication skills; ability to operate autonomously in fast-paced environments
- Deep understanding of open-source software, AI, and web3 ecosystems
- Existing network within APAC AI and crypto communities strongly preferred
- Fluency in Mandarin is a plus
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
strategyoperationsbusiness developmentecosystem growthopen-source softwareartificial intelligenceweb3partnership buildingexecution
Soft Skills
communicationautonomyfast-paced environment adaptabilityrelationship building