Technical Chief of Staff

ABOUT THE ROLE This is a high-impact, founder-facing role at an early-stage AI productivity startup, sitting at the intersection of product, go-to-market, and operations. You'll work directly alongside the founding team to help scale the business during a critical growth phase — and it's an excellent springboard for anyone with future founder ambitions. WHAT YOU'LL DO - Partner directly with founders across product, GTM, and operations to drive strategic priorities forward. - Coordinate cross-functional initiatives to align teams and accelerate execution. - Translate high-level strategic goals into concrete, trackable plans with tight deadlines. - Provide technical context and project-level insight to support founder decision-making. - Own high-impact projects end-to-end, ruthlessly prioritising what moves the needle. - Adapt fluidly as priorities shift in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - Strong technical background with solid CS fundamentals — a computer science degree or equivalent hands-on experience. - 3–7 years of relevant experience in technical roles, startup operations, or cross-functional program management. - Proven ability to translate strategy into execution and deliver under pressure and tight deadlines. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for close collaboration with founders and diverse teams. - Strong work ethic and high stress tolerance; comfortable operating beyond standard working hours when needed. - Prior exposure to fast-paced startup or early-stage environments is a strong plus. - Bonus: interest in branding, design, or social channels. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS - Salary: $55,000–$80,000 USD per year - Equity: QESO options ranging from 0.15%–0.50% - Visa sponsorship: Not available LOCATION On-site in Stockholm, Sweden. This is a fully in-person role; remote work is not available.