Programs and Business Operations Lead: 26-03292

Akraya Inc.; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Akraya is seeking a program leader who will bridge product, marketing, and operations to drive growth of new initiatives. You will be instrumental in developing and scaling programs that deliver significant value to both users and the business.

Success requires a blend of strategic insight and hands-on operational capability to transform nascent ideas into robust, functioning programs. In this role, you will build frameworks, collaborate cross-functionally, and analyze program performance to

Qualifications

• Must have ability to thrive in ambiguous, early-stage environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for program growth and expansion.
• Build operational frameworks and tools to accelerate team velocity.
• Collaborate with product and marketing to design user-centric and impactful programs.
• Analyze program performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment and remove execution roadblocks.

Skills

Strategic planning

Operational execution

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Project management

Job description

Primary Skills

• Strategic planning (advanced)
• Operational execution (advanced)
• Cross-functional collaboration (advanced)
• Data analysis (intermediate)
• Project management (advanced)

Contract Type: W2

Duration: 12+ Months

Location: Remote

Pay Range: $50-55/hr-W2

Job Summary

This role involves driving the growth and success of new initiatives by bridging product, marketing, and operational efforts. You will be instrumental in developing and scaling programs that deliver significant value to both users and the business. Success in this position requires a blend of strategic insight and hands-on operational capability to transform nascent ideas into robust, functioning programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for program growth and expansion.
• Build operational frameworks and tools to accelerate team velocity.
• Collaborate with product and marketing to design user-centric and impactful programs.
• Analyze program performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment and remove execution roadblocks.

Must-Have Skills

• Ability to thrive in ambiguous, early-stage environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Industry Experience

This role requires deep experience in marketplace dynamics and supply-side operations.

ABOUT AKRAYA

Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to excellence and a thriving work environment. Most recently, we were recognized Stevie Employer of the Year 2025, SIA Best Staffing Firm to work for 2025, Inc 5000 Best Workspaces in US (2025 & 2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022)!

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As Talent solutions provider for Fortune 100 Organizations, Akraya's industry recognitions solidify our leadership position in the IT staffing space.

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