Founding-Stage VP: Platform Operations for AI SDK

Ephapsys; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Ephapsys is seeking a Head of Platform Operations to lead the delivery of our SDK and platform from a founder-stage position in San Francisco. You will translate research breakthroughs into production milestones, define enterprise readiness criteria, and drive KPIs with executives and engineers.

The role emphasizes disciplined delivery, secure SDLC practices, and strong cross-functional leadership to scale the platform for enterprise customers and partnerships.

Qualifications

• Requires leadership across research and engineering to drive platform delivery.
• Experience defining KPIs and translating research into production.
• Background in AI or cybersecurity with enterprise customer exposure.

Responsibilities

• Own the roadmap, release cadence, and milestone planning for the Ephapsys SDK and platform.
• Translate breakthroughs into structured delivery milestones with measurable outcomes.
• Drive governance, metrics, and enterprise readiness across the organization.
• Collaborate to ensure scalable, resilient platform delivery and cross-functional alignment.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

KPIs & OKRs

Executive storytelling

Risk mitigation

Enterprise customer engagement

Education

Bachelor in Computer Science

Tools

CI/CD tooling

SOC2-aligned processes

Secure SDLC practices

Job description

Ephapsys is seeking a Head of Platform Operations to lead the delivery of our SDK and platform from a founder-stage position in San Francisco. You will translate research breakthroughs into production milestones, define enterprise readiness criteria, and drive KPIs with executives and engineers.

The role emphasizes disciplined delivery, secure SDLC practices, and strong cross-functional leadership to scale the platform for enterprise customers and partnerships.