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VP of Operations

ShelfNew York CityG&A
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Salary
$260K - $300K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
29 Jun 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Shelf.io next is seeking an experienced VP of Operations to join the team in New York City. This full-time leadership role suits a seasoned technology executive ready to optimize internal processes and build an AI-native operating system alongside the founders.

Role Overview

Operating as a critical leadership figure in the General and Administrative department, this position works side-by-side with founders and department heads. The mandate focuses on eliminating operational bottlenecks, solving complex business challenges, and driving continuous improvement across the entire organization.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement an AI-native operating system by evaluating and deploying emerging tools, agents, and workflows to boost efficiency.
Streamline business operations by removing manual tasks, redesigning workflows, upgrading internal tools, and managing vendor negotiations.
Collaborate closely with Go-To-Market teams on revenue operations, sales analytics, pipeline health, pricing strategies, and territory planning.
Handle a wide variety of operational functions spanning marketing operations, human resources, recruiting, legal projects, and immediate company priorities.

Requirements

Possess 16 or more years of professional experience building and scaling high-growth technology startups, preferably from the Seed to Series B or C stages.
Demonstrate a strong background as a founder, Chief Operating Officer, Chief of Staff, strategy leader, or senior operations executive.
Bring a data-driven mindset focused on unit economics, funnel analytics, dashboards, and key performance indicators.
Exhibit exceptional leadership capabilities with a proven track record of influencing cross-functional teams, driving execution, and holding leaders accountable.

Skills and Tools

Python, SQL, and Snowflake
Data platforms and analytics tools including Sigma, Hex, Fivetran, and custom dashboards
Business operations platforms such as Salesforce, HubSpot, Attio, Clay, Rippling, Ramp, and Tabs
Artificial intelligence and automation technologies including Claude, Claude Code, Codex, ChatGPT, and n8n

Salary and Benefits

Annual base salary ranging from $260,000 to $300,000 in USD
Meaningful equity package
Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible paid time off

About the Company

Shelf.io next has spent eight years establishing itself as an industry leader in enterprise knowledge vaults, solving the critical need for deterministic answers in artificial intelligence workflows. The organization is backed by world-class investors and trusted by major global enterprises to shape the future of enterprise AI.

How to Apply

Candidates should visit the official Shelf.io careers page to submit an application for this position.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of the VP of Operations role?

The job is based in New York City and is a full-time, on-site position.

What is the salary range for this position?

The annual base salary ranges from $260,000 to $300,000 USD, supplemented by meaningful equity.

How many years of experience are required?

Candidates must have 16+ years of experience building and scaling high-growth technology startups in senior operator or leadership roles.

What technical skills and tools are mentioned in the requirements?

The role utilizes Python, SQL, Snowflake, Salesforce, HubSpot, Attio, Clay, Rippling, Ramp, Tabs, Fivetran, Sigma, Hex, and AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT.

What benefits are included with employment?

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible paid time off, and equity.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Shelf careers page.

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