Director of Operations/Strategy

sentient· Growth
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🌍 Remote📍 Remote - APAC ( China )📍 Remote - APAC ( Hong Kong )📍 Remote - APAC ( Singapore )FullTime

About this role

A strategic and operational leader driving ecosystem growth, partnerships, and community engagement across APAC. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on execution—building relationships with key partners and exchanges, running cross-functional initiatives, and fostering a vibrant open-source AI community in markets including Singapore, Hong Kong, Korea, Japan, and Southeast Asia.

Responsibilities

Strategy & Planning

  • Develop and execute strategies spanning marketing, BD, and community growth with APAC as priority

  • Lead planning cycles ensuring alignment between ecosystem initiatives and Foundation mission

  • Identify market opportunities and position Sentient Foundation as a leader in open-source AI

Operations & Execution

  • Drive cross-functional coordination, resolving dependencies and keeping initiatives on track

  • Build processes and systems that improve team velocity and operational excellence

  • Support leadership in real-time decision-making to move projects forward efficiently

Business Development & Partnerships

  • Build relationships with exchanges, AI labs, protocols, and enterprises across APAC

  • Leverage exchange relationships to drive strategic initiatives and ecosystem visibility

  • Represent the Foundation at industry events and conferences throughout the region

Marketing & Community

  • Shape Foundation messaging and brand positioning with regional nuance

  • Design programs that engage developers, researchers, and builders across APAC

  • Build relationships with community members, contributors, and KOLs in key markets

Requirements

  • 5+ years in strategy, operations, BD, or ecosystem growth in web3 or AI

  • Background at a top exchange (Coinbase, Binance, OKX) is a strong plus

  • Experience at a foundation or protocol-level organization preferred

  • Strong track record building partnerships and driving execution in APAC markets

  • Exceptional communication skills; ability to operate autonomously in fast-paced environments

  • Deep understanding of open-source software, AI, and web3 ecosystems

  • Existing network within APAC AI and crypto communities strongly preferred

  • Fluency in Mandarin is a plus

Frequently Asked Questions

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The salary for this Director of Operations/Strategy role at sentient is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the Director of Operations/Strategy job at sentient remote?
Yes, this Director of Operations/Strategy position at sentient is remote, with team members based in Remote - APAC ( China ), Remote - APAC ( Hong Kong ), Remote - APAC ( Singapore ). You can work from home or anywhere in the supported regions.
Is the Director of Operations/Strategy role at sentient full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FullTime position. It is posted as a Director of Operations/Strategy role in the Growth department at sentient.
Which team or department does the Director of Operations/Strategy at sentient belong to?
This Director of Operations/Strategy position is part of the Growth department at sentient. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Director of Operations/Strategy position at sentient?
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When was the Director of Operations/Strategy job at sentient posted?
This Director of Operations/Strategy position at sentient was posted on Apr 5, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Director of Operations/Strategy
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