Executive Business Partner / Executive Assistant to the CTO & EVP Engineering

About SiFive SiFive is a pioneer who introduced RISC‑V to the world, transforming the future of computing by bringing the limitless potential of RISC‑V to high‑performance, data‑intensive applications. SiFive’s compute platforms enable technology companies to innovate across AI, machine learning, automotive, data center, mobile, and consumer markets. SiFive seeks talented individuals passionate about driving innovation and changing the world. Job Summary SiFive is seeking a highly capable Executive Business Partner / Executive Assistant to the CTO & EVP Engineering to provide a combination of high‑quality executive support and strong business/operational leverage. This role balances core administrative functions—calendar management, travel, meeting preparation, communications—with strategic and analytical work to help the CTO and engineering organization operate effectively. Executive Support Manage a complex and fast‑changing calendar, ensuring the CTO’s time is aligned with business priorities. Coordinate domestic and international travel, including detailed itineraries and contingency planning. Prepare the CTO for meetings by organizing agendas, materials, pre‑reads, and follow‑up items. Handle expenses, approvals, and other administrative workflows accurately and on time. Serve as a trusted point of coordination for internal and external stakeholders. Business Operations and Strategic Support Help the CTO run an effective operating cadence across engineering, product, and cross‑functional partners. Build, maintain, and analyze spreadsheets, trackers, and operating models related to planning, budgets, headcount, and priorities. Support financial planning activities, including budget tracking, headcount planning, and coordination with Finance. Support product planning activities, including roadmap reviews, planning meetings, dependencies, and follow‑through. Drive coordination across teams to ensure decisions, action items, and commitments are captured and executed. Identify process gaps and create lightweight systems, templates, and dashboards to improve execution. Communication and Coordination Draft clear internal communications, meeting summaries, and action‑oriented follow‑ups on behalf of the CTO. Partner with leaders and teams across Engineering, Product, Finance, HR, and the Executive Office. Help manage staff meetings, reviews, offsites, and other recurring business rhythms. Track deliverables and proactively surface risks, conflicts, or missed follow‑through. Judgment, Prioritization, and Confidentiality Exercise strong judgment in handling confidential information and sensitive matters. Anticipate issues before they become problems and independently drive resolution where appropriate. Prioritize effectively across competing demands and ambiguous situations. Represent the CTO’s office with professionalism, responsiveness, and sound judgment. Minimum Qualifications 8+ years of experience in executive support, business operations, chief of staff support, finance/program coordination, or a comparable role supporting senior executives. Experience supporting a senior executive in a fast‑paced technology environment. Strong spreadsheet and analytical skills, including comfort working with detailed planning models and business data. Demonstrated ability to manage complex calendars, travel, meetings, and executive workflows with minimal guidance. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proven ability to handle multiple priorities independently and operate effectively in ambiguous situations. High level of discretion, professionalism, and judgment. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting a CTO, Head of Engineering, Product leader, or similarly technical executive. Experience with financial planning, headcount tracking, annual planning, or operating reviews. Experience supporting product planning processes or cross‑functional planning cadences. Strong proficiency with Google Workspace, especially Sheets, Slides, Docs, Gmail, and Calendar. Ability to create structure, improve processes, and drive follow‑through across multiple stakeholders. Comfort working with technical leaders and understanding the pace and demands of an engineering‑driven organization. What Success Looks Like The CTO’s time is well‑managed and consistently aligned to the highest‑priority work. Planning, review, and follow‑up processes run smoothly and reliably. Financial and product planning support is accurate, timely, and actionable. Cross‑functional coordination is stronger, with fewer dropped balls and clearer accountability. The CTO has a trusted partner who can operate effectively across both administrative execution and strategic business support. Why This Role Matters This position is a force multiplier for the CTO & EVP Engineering and, by extension, for the broader engineering organization and company. The right person will create leverage by keeping day‑to‑day operations running smoothly while helping the CTO stay ahead of key strategic, operational, and planning work across engineering. Pay & Benefits Consistent with SiFive values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Base pay ranges from $114,588.00 to $140,052.00 (variable or incentive compensation and/or equity may also apply). The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include healthcare, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Equal Opportunity SiFive is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. As an E‑Verify employer, we use this system to confirm employment eligibility in accordance with federal law. All applicants will be required to complete a Form I‑9, Employment Eligibility Verification, upon hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr SiFive, Inc.