AI Strategy & Operations Associate

Flowspace•Costa Mesa, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Flowspace is seeking a curious, resourceful, AI-savvy individual to work directly with its CEO to improve company operations through AI adoption and automation. The role works across Sales, Operations, Customer Success, Finance, Marketing, People, and other departments to identify inefficiencies, build AI-powered workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and improve productivity. It offers direct exposure to startup leadership and the opportunity to take ideas from concept through implementation and measure their impact. The position is based in Costa Mesa, California, and requires working in person alongside the CEO four days per week. It is intended for someone who enjoys experimentation, ambiguity, and taking ownership, and is open to candidates from all educational and professional backgrounds. A college degree is not required; demonstrated hands-on AI experience is valued. The base salary range is $75,000–$95,000 per year.

Requirements

Strong interest in artificial intelligence, automation, and emerging technologies.
Hands-on experience using AI tools to solve problems, automate tasks, or build projects, gained through coursework, internships, professional experience, personal projects, or independent learning.
Ability to operate in ambiguity, structure undefined problems, and independently identify a path forward.
Creative approach to problem-solving and willingness to challenge existing practices.
Resourcefulness, initiative, and ability to experiment with solutions without needing detailed instructions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to break down complex challenges and develop practical solutions.
Curiosity about how businesses operate and how processes can be improved.
Willingness to experiment, learn quickly, and adapt as technology evolves.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with employees and leaders across departments.
Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Hands-on, action-oriented mindset and desire to build and implement solutions.
Ability to work in person with the CEO in Costa Mesa four days per week.

Nice To Haves

Experience building AI agents, custom GPTs, or automated workflows.
Familiarity with automation platforms such as Zapier, Make, or n8n.
Basic understanding of APIs, integrations, Python, or JavaScript.
Experience with business tools such as Salesforce, HubSpot, Slack, or Google Workspace.
Experience building personal projects, side businesses, or other technology-driven solutions.
Previous internship or experience in a startup environment.
A portfolio or examples of AI-powered tools, workflows, or projects created.

Responsibilities

Work directly with the CEO to identify opportunities to use AI and automation across Flowspace.
Partner with department leaders to understand workflows, identify inefficiencies, and recommend process improvements.
Design, build, and implement AI-powered workflows to automate manual tasks and improve productivity.
Experiment with AI tools and platforms, including ChatGPT, Claude, Zapier, Make, n8n, and emerging technologies.
Build internal AI assistants, automated reporting processes, and tools that help employees work more efficiently.
Connect business systems and applications to streamline workflows and reduce manual data entry.
Research emerging AI technologies and identify practical opportunities to implement them.
Help train employees on AI tools and processes and encourage adoption across departments.
Document workflows and develop repeatable processes that can scale as the company grows.
Track and measure the impact of AI initiatives, including time savings, efficiency improvements, and business results.
Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and other teams when more complex technical solutions are needed.
Support additional strategic and operational initiatives alongside the CEO as business needs evolve.