Strategic Projects Lead

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 world's most innovative organizations.

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

About the role:

We're looking for a strategic project lead to partner directly with the CEO to shape and scale the company’s core function: recruiting. You will work with our largest customers to understand and solve their needs.

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 to customers worth millions of dollars.

  • 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.

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 six days per week.

  • 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 company hackathons, weekly presentations on the latest advancements, 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 Strategic Projects Lead role at terac?
The listed salary for this Strategic Projects Lead position at terac is USD 120K–160K/yr. This is an FullTime role.
Where is the Strategic Projects Lead position at terac located?
This Strategic Projects Lead 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 Strategic Projects Lead role at terac full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FullTime position. It is posted as a Strategic Projects Lead role in the Operations department at terac.
Which team or department does the Strategic Projects Lead at terac belong to?
This Strategic Projects Lead 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 Strategic Projects Lead position at terac?
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When was the Strategic Projects Lead job at terac posted?
This Strategic Projects Lead position at terac was posted on May 1, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Strategic Projects Lead
terac · 💰 USD 120K–160K/yr
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