Chief of Staff to CTO

About Coursera

Coursera and Udemy have merged to form a leading global skills development platform adapted for the AI era, enhancing the acceleration of AI-driven innovation. Founded in 2012 by Andrew Ng and Daphne Koller, Coursera aims to provide universal access to high-quality education by collaborating with top universities and industries to offer a wide range of courses, professional certificates, and degrees. The platform features AI-based personalized learning experiences and role-based solutions that support upskilling and reskilling in in-demand fields like GenAI, data science, and technology. Coursera also holds public benefit corporation and B Corporation statuses.

Why Join Us

We seek creative, innovative lifelong learners dedicated to shaping the future of education through building scalable global programs impacting millions. Our fast-moving, customer-centric team values collaborative problem-solving and relentless iteration on meaningful metrics. Although globally distributed, we emphasize intentional collaboration and provide a seamless virtual onboarding experience to empower remote contributors worldwide.

Role Overview

The Chief of Staff to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) acts as a vital strategic integrator, bridging strategy and execution within the technology division. This position supports scaling of the technology organization by translating corporate strategy into a unified operational framework that promotes alignment, responsibility, and performance across teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and enhance the CTO organization's operational cadence, ensuring timely monitoring of key performance indicators.
• Collaborate with executive support teams such as People, Finance, and Administration to implement strategic change initiatives throughout the technology division.
• Develop and refine planning and governance processes that enable efficient management and real-time visibility into the technology organization's performance.
• Lead complex, high-impact cross-functional projects, driving consensus and execution among senior leadership.
• Partner with HR to design employee engagement initiatives fostering an inclusive and dynamic workplace; implement effective internal communications within the team.
• Facilitate collaboration across teams to enhance decision-making speed and minimize organizational friction.
• Conduct strategic meetings, ensuring clarity of objectives and follow-up actions; represent the CTO in interdepartmental gatherings to champion priorities aligned with company strategy.
• Build trusted relationships with the CTO's direct reports and other key leaders to identify improvements in operational practices and help craft innovative solutions.

Required Qualifications

• 12 to 15 years of experience in business or executive management roles, with a strong record of achieving results within engineering organizations.
• Exceptional versatility dedicated to optimizing productivity.
• Proven ability to define, plan, and execute top-level strategic initiatives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience managing multiple teams or departments effectively.
• Demonstrated proficiency in data-driven decision-making for complex challenges.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Analytical experience with data to inform decisions.
• Budget management skills.
• Background in consulting focused on operations management.
• Success in project management roles, including strong project reporting and cross-department communication.
• Creative business thinking with an aptitude for developing innovative solutions.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary ranges vary based on U.S. pay zones according to location and experience. The salary bands are as follows:

• Zone 1 (Bay Area): $188,480–$235,600 per year
• Zone 2 (NYC and Seattle): $180,120–$225,150 per year
• Zone 3 (Various states including CA, WA, NY): $167,200–$209,000 per year
• Zone 4 (Other U.S. states): $155,420–$194,275 per year

Besides competitive salary, Coursera offers extensive health and wellness benefits, bonuses, equity programs, and global perks to support your professional growth and well-being.

Additional Information

The application window opens until August 28, 2026, subject to change based on company needs. Coursera is committed to equal opportunity employment, fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes applicants regardless of legally protected status, and provides accommodation upon request. Recruitment communications only occur via official company email addresses. Applicants should apply through official channels only to avoid fraudulent activities.