Chief of Staff
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Feb 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
A prime opportunity to work closely with executives to drive operational excellence, balanced with significant responsibilities.
- Opportunity to shape operations at a foundational level
- Potential for substantial career advancement
- Involvement with global teams in a innovative tech space
Pros
- Direct impact on company operations from the ground level
- Strong potential for career advancement in leadership roles
- Work across global teams in a hybrid environment
Cons
- High expectation for rapid organizational scaling
- Possible work-life balance issues due to demanding role
- Requires navigating both chaos and order in a startup
Who it's for
Mid-level / Senior • Hybrid / flexible working conditions
Good fit
- Experienced operations and strategy experts
- Leaders in dynamic environments
- Professionals passionate about building operational frameworks
Not recommended for
- Newcomers to operations roles
- Individuals preferring more predictability in their work
- Those who are procrastinators under pressure
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Location
San Francisco, New York
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
Hybrid
Department
Operations
About Us
We believe the future is adaptive, and not one-size-fits-all. We will lead in real-time efficient adaptation that combines algorithm with innovative interface design. Our global team—based in SF and beyond—brings together top talent in AI innovation. Backed by world-class investors, we're building Adaptable Intelligence.
The Role
As the founding Chief of Staff, you will be the cornerstone of Adaptable Intelligence. You will help accelerate the connection between vision and execution. You will thrive in this role, if you love to bring order to chaos, enjoy enabling innovation, and scaling operational excellence You’re equal parts pragmatist and idealist. You believe that operations isn’t about bureaucracy—it’s about liberating the team to focus on what matters most. You may have worn a chief of staff hat, launched teams in zero-to-one projects, or held ops roles at a startup that outgrew its office twice a year.
Responsibilities
Scale team operations globally: build systems that support a distributed, global-first team. Own internal tools, communication frameworks, knowledge management, and team rituals that maintain culture and velocity as we grow from founding team to scaled organization.
Unlock day-to-day execution: own business operations, including vendor management, legal coordination, compliance, and administrative infrastructure. Anticipate needs before they become blockers.
Drive strategic initiatives: partner with leadership to execute high-impact projects. You'll translate strategy into action and ensure follow-through.
Own the details that matter: you spend the most time on the details that create leverage—whether it's negotiating better terms with vendors, streamlining expense processes, optimizing office operations, or ensuring seamless onboarding experiences.
Qualifications
3-7 years of experience in operations, strategy, or chief-of-staff roles, preferably at high-growth startups or tech companies
Track record of building scalable processes from scratch and executing complex cross-functional initiatives
Strong problem-solving skills with impeccable attention to detail
Exceptional communication skills and ability to build relationships across all levels of an organization
Bonus: Experience with AI/ML companies, familiarity with technical product development
What We Offer
Competitive salary + meaningful equity
Learning and development budget to support your growth as you adapt
Comprehensive medical benefits and generous PTO
Annual travel stipend to explore somewhere new—because building global technology means staying adaptable to new places and perspectives
Mission-driven team shaping the future of intelligence, where you'll enjoy high ownership and the opportunity to make a career-defining impact
