Role overview

This position leads the strategic and operational execution of research and development initiatives at a data platform company that has grown to $3.7 billion in revenue. You will serve as a strategic operational leader working closely with R&D executives, Product Management, Finance, and Engineering to translate corporate objectives into executable plans and resource allocation frameworks.

Key responsibilities

Convert R&D priorities into integrated operating plans with measurable outcomes and cross-functional execution roadmaps that align investments with corporate strategy.
Manage R&D headcount, operating expenses, capital expenses, and infrastructure resource planning while providing data-backed recommendations to guide executive decision-making and trade-off analysis.
Design and implement R&D performance scorecards and metrics that translate operational data into actionable insights for proactive risk management and outcome-driven business reviews.
Create and oversee executive operating mechanisms, business review forums, and planning cadences that ensure accountability, decision follow-through, and organizational clarity.
Lead complex strategic programs that span Engineering, Product, Finance, Human Resources, and Supply Chain to resolve cross-departmental dependencies and deliver critical business commitments.

Requirements

Demonstrated capability as a trusted operational partner to R&D and Product executives, with proven ability to convert complex business strategy into executable operational plans.
Expertise in managing R&D planning cycles, resource allocation models, and investment trade-offs across operating expenses, capital expenses, and infrastructure portfolios.
Strong analytical skills and ability to distill complex operational datasets into clear executive scorecards, strategic insights, and actionable recommendations.
Proven track record of navigating organizational ambiguity, resolving cross-functional dependencies, and aligning diverse stakeholders across Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, and Operations functions.

What makes this role worth considering

The company has been recognized as a Fortune Best Workplace in Technology and the Bay Area, and holds Great Place to Work certification. You will work in an in-office environment in Santa Clara, California, with access to flexible time off, wellness resources, and company-sponsored team events.