Chief of Staff

Livepeer; New York (NY); Remote; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Livepeer is seeking a Chief of Staff to facilitate operational effectiveness in a fast-paced, hybrid organization focused on AI and decentralized video infrastructure. The ideal candidate will partner with the CEO to manage operations, drive internal initiatives, and enhance team efficiency in line with the company's mission.

Benefits

25 vacation days plus national holidays

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible working hours for work-life balance

Annual team-building event

Choose a laptop of your preference

Remote work flexibility

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in high-impact business operations within a startup environment.
• Demonstrated project ownership, ideally in web3 or crypto ecosystems.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations and priorities alongside the CEO.
• Drive internal initiatives, including goal setting and reporting.
• Support investor relations and partner with various business functions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project ownership

Ability to manage ambiguity

Education

MBA or similar advanced degree

Job description

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 a force multiplier to the CEO and help operationalize the internal workings of a fast-moving, hybrid organization at the intersection of AI video infrastructure and web3. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced operator who thrives in dynamic environments, is equally comfortable strategizing at the highest levels and executing across teams, and is excited to play a critical role in shaping the company’s direction.

You’ll work closely with the CEO to drive forward Livepeer’s most important internal initiatives—from goal setting and reporting, to special projects and investor engagement. You’ll connect the dots across business functions and help ensure the company operates efficiently, stays aligned, and remains focused on its long-term mission. If you have a builder’s mindset, strong cross-functional instincts, and a deep interest in web3 ecosystems, we’d love to meet you.

Responsibilities:

CEO Support & Strategic Operations

• Partner directly with 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.
• Holidays: 25 vacation days per year plus any national holidays.
• Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance in applicable locations.
• Equipment: Choose a laptop of your preference and you'll be provided with a new laptop, and flexibility to purchase the accompanying equipment you need to have a comfortable work setup (we’ll purchase it for you).
• Remote Work: Work anywhere in the world.
• Flexible Working: Flexible hours to support work-life balance.
• Team-Building: Annual in-person get-together where we fly everyone to an exciting location (all expenses paid) to have fun and connect face-to-face.
• 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.

Resources to learn more about Livepeer

• The Livepeer Primer
• Livepeer snags $20M for decentralized video transcoding
• Messari Profile
• Grayscale Livepeer Report