Chief of Staff, Engineering

Chief of Staff, Engineering

About the Company

Pioneering organization helping people get better sleep

Industry

Computer Hardware

Type

Privately Held, VC-backed

Founded

2014

Employees

51-200

Funding

$26-$50 million

Categories

• Consumer Electronics
• Lifestyle
• Subscription Service
• Wellness

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chief of Staff to the VP of Engineering, a role that goes beyond traditional administrative tasks to focus on strategic partnership, technical program management, and communication. The successful candidate will be a trusted thought partner, driving the connection between engineering priorities and the company's broader strategy. This high-impact position requires a leader who can operate at the intersection of strategy, communication, and execution, and who is adept at moving significant initiatives forward, from technical projects to organizational design and process excellence. The Chief of Staff will be responsible for increasing the VP's leverage, leading or co-leading strategic initiatives, and ensuring that the engineering team is aligned with the company's most important goals.

Applicants for the Chief of Staff role at the company should have a proven track record in a leadership position, with a preference for experience as a Chief of Staff or in a similar business operations role within a startup or consulting environment. The role demands a candidate with strong technical acumen, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to be an analytical thinker. The ideal candidate will be a low-ego, high-impact individual who is comfortable behind the scenes, yet is a driving force for clarity, progress, and purpose. Responsibilities include building a deep understanding of the company's technical ecosystem, forming strong partnerships across various teams, and acting as a strategic force multiplier to define and execute engineering strategies and initiatives. The Chief of Staff will also be instrumental in fostering an engineering culture that embodies the company's values and ensuring that the engineering team operates with focus and accountability.

Hiring Manager Title

VP of Engineering

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions