Founding Operations

terac· Operations
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📍 San FranciscoFullTime💰 USD 120K–160K/yr

About this role

Terac: The Expert Network Powering Frontier Research

Terac helps teams reach faster research breakthroughs through our marketplace of verified experts. We are building agents to recruit, verify, and match 10,000s experts with 1000s of opportunities from the worlds most innovative organizations.

We work with leading enterprises and are backed by top investors.

About the role:

We're looking for a founding operator to partner directly with the CEO to shape and scale the company’s core functions. You will work on the highest-priority problems in the company including managing key customer relationships, building out the founding team, and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.

You're someone who thrives in ambiguity, has exceptional judgment, and can context-switch between strategic planning, tactical execution, and people operations.

You will:

  • Coordinate the delivery of our highest-value projects

  • Work with the CEO to drive important business decisions

  • Oversee and orchestrate the work of 10,000s of experts on our platform

  • Ensure execution under demanding timelines

  • Diagnose bottlenecks, restructure workflows, and implement solutions that improve quality, throughput, and cost-efficiency.

  • Work with every single member of the team.

You have/are:

  • Background in consulting, finance, startups, or other operationally intense environments.

  • Strong analytical and communication abilities; proven track record of managing complex projects.

  • Comfortable working directly with high-profile clients.

  • Excited by “gritty” process optimization and large-scale execution.

Misc

  • We operate in-person six days per week in our downtown SF office

  • Compensation: Competitive salary, meaningful equity vested over four years, $10K relocation bonus (for moving to the Bay Area), and an additional $5k housing bonus (if you move within 0.5 miles of our office), Health, Dental, Vision insurance, 401(k) with company match

  • Terac culture: Between weekly presentations, company hackathons, and an AI-first mindset, you'll be working with one of the most innovative teams on the planet.

  • Growth opportunities: You're joining Terac at one of the earliest stages and will have an opportunity to shape and grow with the company as a founding member.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Founding Operations role at terac?
The listed salary for this Founding Operations position at terac is USD 120K–160K/yr. This is an FullTime role.
Where is the Founding Operations position at terac located?
This Founding Operations role at terac is based in San Francisco. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Founding Operations role at terac full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FullTime position. It is posted as a Founding Operations role in the Operations department at terac.
Which team or department does the Founding Operations at terac belong to?
This Founding Operations position is part of the Operations department at terac. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Founding Operations position at terac?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to terac's official application portal hosted on ashby where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Founding Operations job at terac posted?
This Founding Operations position at terac was posted on Feb 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Founding Operations
terac · 💰 USD 120K–160K/yr
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