Vice President of Commercial Operations

Venture Backed Stealth AI Superintelligence Startup

This company is building AI systems with general physical ability – the capacity to experiment, engineer, or manufacture across multiple industries in an attempt to achieve superintelligence. With deep technical roots and real-world progress at scale (for example, a $42M NIH program), the team is pushing the frontier of physical AI. Joining means inventing from first principles, owning real systems end to end, and helping build a capability the world has never had before.

Role Overview

The VP of Commercial Operations will create and scale relationships with key industry partners and customers. This leader will initiate high-value external engagements and work closely with leadership to develop and execute commercial strategies. The role spans partnerships, customer development, business operations, and preparing the organization for rapid growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage strategic relationships across a range of industries and technical domains.
• Develop customer and partner programs, guiding them from exploration through to execution.
• Support investor relations and contribute to overall capital strategy.
• Drive commercial and operational processes that enable early revenue and long-term customer success.
• Contribute broadly across business functions as the company scales.

Qualifications

• Strong network across relevant industries, customers, and investment groups.
• Experience forming strategic partnerships or commercial programs in deep tech, frontier tech, or high-growth environments.
• Proven ability to build credibility and trust with C-level and VP-level executives at leading companies (e.g., Pfizer, TSMC, BMW).
• Ability to work effectively across finance, operations, legal, and commercial execution.
• Clear, concise communicator who can operate effectively with both technical and executive teams.
• Comfortable shaping new processes in fast-moving, ambiguous environments.

Above all, the company is looking for candidates who can demonstrate world-class excellence.

Compensation

The company offers an above market salary, meaningful equity, and comprehensive benefits.

If you are interested please apply above or reach out directly with your resume to: [email protected]. Please note that due to large number of applicants there may be a delay in feedback.