# Chief of Staff - Engineering

**Company:** [Celonis](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/celonis)
**Location:** Bengaluru, India
**Role:** Business Operations
**Experience:** 8+ years
**Skills:** Okrs, KPIs, Project Management, Program Management, Technical Operations, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Communication, Process Improvement, Collaboration Tools
**Posted:** 2026-08-18

> Serves as a strategic operating partner to the SVP of Engineering, driving planning, leadership cadence, cross-functional technical programs, executive communication, and change initiatives. Requires 5+ years in engineering program management, technical operations, consulting, or software engineering management.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Partner with engineering leadership to define departmental goals, track OKRs and KPIs, and allocate resources efficiently.
- Run engineering leadership meetings, set agendas, track follow-ups, and streamline communication between product, engineering, and other business units.
- Oversee high-priority, cross-functional technical initiatives, remove blockers, and bridge gaps between teams.
- Act as a trusted proxy and communications conduit for the SVP of Engineering.
- Draft internal updates, memos, and board decks.
- Engage with customers, partners, and other external stakeholders.
- Contribute to strategic planning, process improvements, and company growth.

## Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in engineering program management, technical operations, management consulting, or software engineering management.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical details for executive stakeholders.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, including empathy and tact.
- Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
- Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to drive change and process improvements.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Ability to quickly understand and assess requirements and solve problems across business domains.
- Analytical rigor, entrepreneurial traits, and passion for execution.

## Benefits and Compensation
- Hybrid working options.
- Company equity through Restricted Stock Units and merit-based refresh grants.
- Comprehensive benefits and generous or unlimited PTO where applicable.
- Paid parental leave.
- Learning programs, mentorship, and internal mobility opportunities.
- Well-being programs, gym or Wellhub subsidies, and mental health counseling.
- Paid volunteer time and inclusion and belonging programs.

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