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About the Role
At Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world’s largest networks that powers millions of websites and other Internet properties for customers ranging from individual bloggers to SMBs to Fortune 500 companies. Cloudflare protects and accelerates any Internet application online without adding hardware, installing software, or changing a line of code. Internet properties powered by Cloudflare all have web traffic routed through its intelligent global network, which gets smarter with every request.
We’re looking for builders who see the cracks in the Internet that everyone else has simply learned to live with. We value candidates who have the instinct to spot a "normalized" problem and the AI-native curiosity to create a solution using the latest tools. Our culture is built on iteration, leveraging AI to ship faster today to make it better tomorrow, while ensuring that every improvement is shared across the team to lift everyone up.
About the Team
The Strategy organization operates as a high-velocity engine at the intersection of business, technology, and go-to-market execution, driving enterprise growth, global expansion, market innovation, and strategic execution. Our multi-disciplinary team spans seven core strategic pillars: Network & Infrastructure Strategy, Industry Solutions, Strategic Partnerships, International Expansion, Executive Customer Engagements, Corporate Development & M&A, and the new business model of the Internet.
About the Role
We are seeking an exceptionally sharp, technically fluent Chief of Staff to serve as a key surrogate and strategic partner to our Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). In this role, you will act as a trusted extension of the CSO, regularly representing her authority in critical meetings, interfacing directly with technical leaders and key customers, crafting high-impact strategic content, and driving operational alignment.
Key Technical Responsibilities
- check_circle Act as a high-leverage surrogate for the CSO, attending key meetings and customer discussions on her behalf when she requires added executive coverage.
- check_circle Partner closely with the CSO as a strategic sounding board, leveraging data and sharp business instincts to simplify complex problems and keep executive focus on high-impact priorities.
- check_circle Translate high-level strategic vision, enterprise narratives, and complex technical data into executive and client-ready slide decks and comprehensive prep materials for high-stakes meetings.
- check_circle Draft strategic documents, internal communications, and executive social media posts on behalf of the CSO to drive thought leadership.
- check_circle Help articulate the Strategy org’s impact internally across Cloudflare and externally in high-profile industry forums, while leading strategy retrospectives and All-Hands presentations.
- check_circle Move complex, high-impact projects forward across the Strategy org by monitoring progress, following up on critical action items, and preparing executive updates.
- check_circle Partner closely with Engineering, Product Management, Sales, and Marketing teams to understand our core product suite, navigate technical dependencies, and align cross-functional execution.
Prerequisites & Qualifications
- check 10+ years of combined experience across Investment Banking or Management Consulting and Big Tech, holding roles such as Technical Assistant, Product Manager, Business Development, Chief of Staff or similar.
- check Deep technical foundation with the ability to quickly grasp and translate complex technical concepts and products.
- check Exceptional written and verbal skills with a proven ability to write across multiple formats.
- check Proven track record of stepping into high-stakes meetings on behalf of executives, building instant credibility with C-suite stakeholders, enterprise customers, and board members.
- check Naturally curious problem solver who thrives on unraveling ambiguous technical and business challenges.
- check AI-native mindset with a genuine enthusiasm for leveraging AI tools, agentic workflows, and automation to streamline executive operations.
- check Ability and willingness to travel 30–50% for customer meetings, industry conferences, and regional team syncs.
About Cloudflare Greenhouse Board
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Cloudflare is a technology company that provides web infrastructure, security, content delivery network services, and DDoS mitigation. Operating via a hybrid work model, the organization manages its career opportunities and applicant tracking through the Greenhouse recruitment platform.