Technical Chief of Staff
TLDR
Partner with founders to scale product, go-to-market, and operations while driving cross-functional initiatives from strategy through delivery.
About the Role
This is a high-impact, founder-facing role at an early-stage AI productivity startup. As Technical Chief of Staff, you'll work side-by-side with the founders to scale product, go-to-market, and operations — serving as a force multiplier across the business. It's an ideal launchpad for future founders who want broad exposure and real ownership from day one.
What You'll Do
Partner directly with founders across product, GTM, and operations to drive strategic priorities.
Coordinate cross-functional initiatives to align teams and accelerate execution.
Translate high-level goals into concrete plans and track delivery against tight deadlines.
Provide technical context and project-level insight to support founder decision-making.
Drive high-impact projects end-to-end, continuously prioritising what moves the company forward.
Operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and adapt as priorities shift.
What We're Looking For
Strong technical background with solid CS fundamentals — formal training or equivalent hands-on experience welcome.
3–7 years of experience in a technical, operator, or cross-functional role, ideally at a startup.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for close collaboration with founders and diverse teams.
Proven ability to prioritise ruthlessly and deliver under pressure with tight deadlines.
High work ethic and stress tolerance; comfortable with demands beyond standard hours.
Bonus: interest in branding, design, or social media channels.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary of $55,000–$80,000 USD per year, plus equity options in the range of 0.15%–0.50%. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Location
On-site in Stockholm, Sweden. This is a fully in-person role; candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to Stockholm.
Benefits
Equity Compensation
equity options in the range of 0.15%–0.50%
Clera harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to match high-growth startups with exceptional talent, streamlining the entire headhunting process. This innovative approach simplifies the job search for candidates while providing startups with access to a curated pool of skilled professionals who align with their needs.
- Founded
- Founded 2024
- Industry
- Internet Software & Services