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Chief of Staff – Platform

Splunk
Seattle, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

Chief of Staff, Platform

This is a highly influential role combining strategic planning, business management, program optimization, internal communications, and cross-functional initiatives and collaboration within the Platform organization and across all departments within which it interfaces. Reporting directly to the SVP & GM, Platform, this role will drive the rhythm of the business, ensure alignment across the Platform leadership team and be a highly visible partner in optimizing performance and accelerating the future growth of our business.

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Responsibilities

  • Serve as a trusted advisor and sounding board to the SVP & GM of Platform.
  • Drive strategic cross-functional initiatives and projects across the Platform team, ensuring execution and timely delivery.
  • Serve as a liaison between staff, senior leaders, executives regarding planning and business optimization initiatives.
  • Drive continuous improvements in operational capabilities and processes to optimize efficiency.
  • Prepare and facilitate effective meetings such as leadership team meetings, product reviews, operational reviews, and all hands.
  • Help manage the flow of information within the leadership team and the broader products & technology org in partnership with other leaders.
  • Provide insight into the alignment and effectiveness of the leadership team, helping them connect the dots across the organization and collaboratively deliver on the most important team objectives.
  • Monitor the progress of key initiatives, ensuring product commitments and priorities are being executed.
  • Lead and follow effectively as situations warrant, working in close partnership with cross-functional team leaders, Chiefs of Staff and business operations partners, especially those in Finance, HR and Communications to drive strategic clarity and ensure operational excellence.

Qualifications

  • 10 years of experience in business operations, administration, technical advisory or leadership roles.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills. Ability to cultivate and maintain solid relationships with technical, operational and go-to-market leadership.
  • Proven track record of collaboration and confidentiality on sensitive business, organization, and people topics.
  • Proven track record of creating new business operations programs and optimizing existing programs to increase productivity.
  • High attention to detail with strong analytical skills.
  • Ability to communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead complex strategic and operational cross-functional initiatives.
  • High comfort in working under pressure, time-sensitive and rapidly evolving environments.
  • Ability to work across multiple functions spanning various levels of the organization.
  • Excellent judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proactive in nature with the ability to anticipate the needs of the business.
  • Compensation and Benefits

    Splunk is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Splunk, we believe creating a culture of belonging isn’t just the right thing to do; it’s also the smart thing. We prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to ensure our employees are supported to bring their best, most authentic selves to work where they can thrive. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

    Base Pay Range

    SF Bay Area, Seattle Metro, and New York City Metro Area : Base Pay Range $193,600.00 – 266,200.00 per year.

    California (excludes SF Bay Area), Washington (excludes Seattle Metro), Washington DC Metro, and Massachusetts : Base Pay Range $174,240.00 – 239,580.00 per year.

    All other cities and states excluding California, Washington, Massachusetts, New York City Metro Area and Washington DC Metro Area : Base Pay Range $156,800.00 – 215,600.00 per year.

    Splunk provides flexibility and choice in the working arrangement for most roles, including remote and / or in-office roles. We have a market-based pay structure which varies by location. Please note that the base pay range is a guideline and for candidates who receive an offer, the base pay will vary based on factors such as work location as set out above, as well as the knowledge, skills and experience of the candidate. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for incentive compensation and may be eligible for equity or long-term cash awards.

    Benefits are an important part of Splunk’s Total Rewards package. This role is eligible for a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan and match, paid time off and much more! Learn more about our next-level benefits at splunkbenefits.com.

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