Founders’ Associate, Office of the CEO

Job overview

The Founders’ Associate, Office of the CEO role is onsite in Santa Clara, CA, with occasional travel to Emeryville preferred; compensation is $175,000–$220,000 annually, plus equity and benefits. Atomic Machines is developing AI-native digital manufacturing systems and the Matter Compiler. The associate multiplies the impact of the CEO and Head of Strategic Growth by owning cross-company projects, maintaining leadership follow-through, and preparing concise briefings and recommendations. The role also protects founders’ time and supports communication and coordination as the company scales its technology toward commercial manufacturing.

What you'll do

• Track leadership meeting actions and follow-ups
• prepare board, investor, customer, and candidate briefings
• summarize documents and discussions with recommendations
• drive cross-company projects to completion
• draft narratives, memos, and communications
• manage founders’ calendars, priorities, and requests
• coordinate domestic and international travel
• serve as a point of contact for teams, investors, customers, and partners
• handle sensitive information discreetly.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

founders’ associate

office of the ceo

santa clara ca

atomic machines

executive operations

project ownership

leadership briefings

strategic growth

ai-native manufacturing

$175k–$220k/year

equity

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Equity and benefits.

Why this role

Bachelor’s degree required; role is based in Santa Clara with occasional travel to Emeryville preferred; compensation includes equity and benefits.

About the employer

Atomic Machines is hiring for this role. Industry: Executive Offices. Sector: 92.