Chief of Staff

Bright Machines • Burlingame, CA

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About The Position

The Chief of Staff partners closely with the CEO and executive leadership team as a strategic and operational leader. The role drives high-impact, cross-functional initiatives, accelerates strategic priorities, and improves organizational effectiveness. It contributes to company direction, decision-making, and efficient, cohesive execution at scale.

The position leads strategic planning and operating processes, oversees initiatives spanning multiple functions, and works with executive leaders to translate company strategy into functional execution. It also supports board and investor materials, investor relations, external communications, fundraising, and strategic partnerships.

Requirements

• 8+ years in a strategic, operational, or business planning role.
• At least 3 years of post-MBA experience.
• Proven track record leading strategic cross-functional programs or initiatives from ideation through execution.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills; comfortable with complex, ambiguous environments.
• Experience building operating cadences, KPI frameworks, forecasting processes, and performance dashboards.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create executive-level presentations and narratives.
• Credibility working with senior leaders, with high emotional intelligence, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in engineering or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in high-growth technology, software, robotics, automation, or deep-tech companies.
• Experience at a top-tier consulting firm; Bain, BCG, or McKinsey experience is preferred.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, automation, or AI infrastructure.
• Familiarity with investor relations and the fundraising process.
• MBA or comparable advanced degree.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the CEO and executive leadership team to shape and articulate company strategy, including long-range planning, resource allocation, and prioritization of major initiatives.
• Lead strategic planning processes, including OKRs, quarterly priorities, and cross-organizational alignment.
• Oversee cross-functional projects, such as operational transformation, new business initiatives, and partnerships.
• Work with leaders across Operations, R&D, Sales, Marketing, Finance, HR, and other functions to integrate strategic plans into functional execution.
• Facilitate communication across teams to break down silos and promote organizational clarity.
• Drive the rhythm of the business, including business reviews, forecasting processes, and reporting cadence.
• Support preparation of materials for the Board of Directors, investors, and fundraising.
• Identify challenges and opportunities in the operating model and propose solutions to improve alignment and execution.
• Lead or participate in initiatives to improve company processes, forecasting, or decision frameworks.
• Develop analytical models to support strategic planning, resource allocation, and company performance.
• Support investor relations, external communications, and strategic partnerships in collaboration with Marketing and Finance teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior