Chief of Staff to CTO

About Polygon Labs Polygon Labs is a software development company building and developing a network of aggregated blockchains via the AggLayer, secured by Ethereum. Polygon Labs has also contributed to the core development of several widely-adopted scaling protocols and tools for launching blockchains, including Polygon PoS, Polygon zkEVM, and Polygon Miden, which is in development as well as Polygon CDK. You will also be responsible for creating and implementing processes, managing special projects, and providing strategic insights. Act as a trusted advisor and confidant to the CTO, maintaining confidentiality and discretion at all times while handling some of the most strategic projects. Provide strategic insights and recommendations to the executive team based on data analysis and industry trends. Planning and Business Rhythm: Run organizational planning in alignment with all functions to develop objectives setting & processes, reporting processes (e.g. QBRs), resource planning and hiring, internal engagement and communications. Support the creation of leadership development strategies, succession planning and organizational design. Take ownership of strategic projects and drive them forward from end to end. 6+ years of software engineering, technical product, technical program management, or (technical) Chief of Staff experience. ~ Understand the software development lifecycle, release management and have dealt with the complexities of delivering world class solutions. ~ Strong written and verbal communication skills, building strong relationships with stakeholders and teams around the organization. ~ Confidence leaning into change management to anticipate and play out issues before they arise. ~ Ability to digest complex data and present findings in a clear manner that drives decision making and outcomes, influencing others to act. ~ Strong stakeholder and project management skills to effectively influence and manage expectations with senior management and cross-functional teams. ~ Proven experience as a (technical) Chief of Staff or (technical) Executive Business Partner in a fast-paced environment, in the technology industry. Our comprehensive compensation plan includes the following benefits for our full time employees: ~ Remote first global workforce ~ Industry leading Medical, Dental and Vision health insurance* ~ 1,500 Home Office Set Up Allowance (life-time max) ~$200 Annual Book Allowance Program ~$75 Monthly internet or phone reimbursement ~ Flexible Time Off ~Company issued laptop ~ Egg freezing, mental health, and employee wellness benefits *In certain countries medical, dental and vision is fully covered for employees & their dependents. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and applicants with a disability may request to be accommodated throughout the recruitment process. We’d love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.