Chief of Staff

Company Description Waybox builds AI-native in-car hardware and software focused on enhancing the driving experience through intelligent support. Its flagship product, MILES, is a multimodal companion that sees, hears, and responds to drivers in real time. MILES provides emotionally intelligent assistance, blending practical guidance with a human-centered presence.

Waybox is creating a new category of in-vehicle technology that prioritizes safety, connection, and intuitive interaction for drivers.

Role Description The Chief of Staff is a full-time, hybrid role based in the San Francisco Bay Area, with flexibility for partial work from home. This role supports the CEO and leadership team by driving strategic initiatives, aligning priorities, and ensuring effective execution across the organization. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing executive workflows, preparing briefings and updates, coordinating cross-functional projects, and facilitating communication between teams and stakeholders.

The Chief of Staff will help structure company planning processes, track key metrics, and identify risks and opportunities to support data-informed decision-making. This role also involves drafting internal and external communications, representing leadership in select meetings, and building the operational practices that enable a fast-paced startup to scale.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic planning, business operations, and project management to support executive-level decision-making and cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations and action plans.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing executive briefings, presentations, and stakeholder updates.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships, collaborate across teams, and influence without direct authority in a dynamic environment.
• Background in technology, AI, automotive, or related industries is highly beneficial; startup or high-growth company experience is a plus.
• Proven organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, public policy, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA or similar) is a plus but not required.
• Comfort working in a hybrid setup in the San Francisco Bay Area, with readiness to attend in-person meetings and events as needed.