Chief of Staff

Location: Remote work; however, candidates ideally will be based in the NYC-area

About Livepeer:

Livepeer is on a mission to build the world’s open video infrastructure. Founded in 2017, it is the world’s first open-source protocol for decentralized video streaming, built on Ethereum. The project has empowered developers to create scalable, cost-effective, and censorship-resistant video applications. The Livepeer network has transcoded billion of minutes, serving Web3 and Web2 platforms across gaming, entertainment, social media, and beyond. In 2024, Livepeer AI was introduced, unlocking Livepeer’s compute network for AI inference workflows. From real-time video transcription and object detection to scene recognition and AI-powered editing, Livepeer AI brings advanced machine learning directly into the decentralized video stack. These new tools not only reduce costs but also empower developers to build richer, smarter, and more engaging video experiences—whether for Web3 platforms, AI-powered dApps, or even traditional video use cases.

Your Role:

Livepeer is seeking a Chief of Staff to serve as the right hand to the CEO, acting as a trusted strategic partner and force multiplier. You will play a central role in operationalising the internal workings of a fast-moving, hybrid organisation at the intersection of AI video infrastructure and web3.

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced operator who thrives in dynamic environments and wants to be at the centre of decision-making. You’ll partner with the CEO on the company’s most important initiatives—from setting company-wide priorities and driving business operations to board and investor engagement.

This role is intentionally designed as a stepping stone to a COO position in the success case—for a candidate who brings operational rigour, strategic thinking, and high ownership, and who aspires to grow into a broader leadership role over time.

Responsibilities:

CEO Support & Strategic Operations

Operate as the CEO’s right hand—supporting strategic decision-making, internal execution, and leadership focus.
Support the CEO to manage day-to-day company operations and priorities, including working on items such as goal setting/tracking/accountability, meeting structure and cadence, metrics reporting, and more.
Support CEO-level communications, investor relations, and board preparation.
Collaborate with the CEO on tokenholder engagement and special projects in the web3 ecosystem.
Act as a thought partner, helping the CEO stay focused, informed, and ahead of key strategic decisions.

Business Operations

Operationalize company-wide goal setting, metrics tracking, and internal reporting cadences.
Partner with people leaders to structure and evolve the internal organizational design to support team efficiency and scale.
Run point on high level projects, including input and coordination across legal, finance, and HR, to provide actionable solutions.
Manage strategic, cross-functional projects that span multiple departments and stakeholders.
Support community operations and ecosystem engagement, especially where business operations intersect with web3 networks.

Go To Market Operations

Implement and customize internal tooling across both team operations and growth systems to support efficient business operations in Livepeer’s AI go to market.
Partner with marketing, product, and engineering to operationalize the go to market effort across multiple products.
Work on special projects to accelerate Livepeer’s pace for go to market.

Experience Required:

5+ years experience in high-impact business operations within a startup environment.
Demonstrated project ownership—whether as a founder, GM, or senior operator driving key initiatives from 0 to 1.
Professional experience in web3 or a strong personal track record of deep engagement in crypto ecosystems.
Experience in consulting, venture, or strategy roles is a plus.
MBA or similar advanced degree is a plus but not required.
Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with a bias toward clarity and action.
Comfortable managing ambiguity and bringing structure to evolving environments.
Remote-first role, but candidates must be NYC-area based, with flexibility to work in person when required—preferably in NYC, Westchester County (NY), or Fairfield County (CT).

Compensation and Benefits:

Base Salary: 130,000 - 150,000 USD per annum
Token package: Competitive token package with a 3-year vesting schedule.
Employee Stock Option Plan: Competitive ESOP with 4-year vesting and a 1-year cliff.
Annual Adjusted Salaries: Every January, we review and adjust pay.
Holidays: 25 vacation days per year plus any national holidays.
A day off on your birthday—because you deserve to celebrate! (If it falls on a weekend, take another day off that week.)
Learning and Development Budget: 2,000 USD per year to invest in courses, certifications, or workshops to grow in your role.
Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance in applicable locations.
Pension: Company pension contributions in applicable locations.
Equipment: Choose a laptop of your preference and anything you need for a comfortable work setup (we’ll purchase it for you).
Home Office Upgrades: 300 USD every two years to refresh your workspace at home.
Flexible Working: Flexible hours to support work-life balance.
Annual Company Retreat: Once a year, we fly the whole company to an exciting global location for a week of connection, collaboration, and fun—all expenses covered.
Team Meetups: Each team comes together in person once a year to build trust, spark ideas, and share meaningful moments that go beyond the screen.
Subscription Gift: 250 USD per year to spend on a personal subscription of your choice, whether that’s a streaming service, audiobook platform, or another subscription that adds enjoyment to your life.
Work Anniversary Rewards: At Livepeer, we love recognising your journey. As you reach 3, 4, 5 years and beyond, you'll be celebrated with gift card rewards.
Celebrate Life’s Big Moments: Whether it’s a wedding, a new baby, or another major milestone, we’ll mark the occasion with a celebration gift.
Referral Bonus: Refer great talent to Livepeer and earn 100 LPT tokens when they’re hired and successfully complete their probation.
Latest Tech: Work with cutting-edge AI and the latest technologies alongside an innovative and entrepreneurial team.

Apply Now!

Join Livepeer AI and shape the future of video streaming and AI tooling.