Chief of Staff - Engineering

Come Dream with Us at Hatch

There’s nothing like a great night’s sleep—the cozy, wrapped-up-in-a-heavy-blanket kind of sleep. The fire-crackling, curtains-drawn, DO NOT DISTURB kind of sleep. You know, the good stuff.

But here’s the thing: while 85% of people agree sleep is the key to their well-being, more than half are unsatisfied with their own. Whether it’s stress, interruptions, work, or little ones waking in the night, so many people need help getting truly restorative rest.

That’s where we come in. At Hatch, we’re on a mission to help people build better sleep habits—so they can feel more focused, energized, and present in their lives. We’ve designed best-in-class smart sleep devices, paired with science-backed sleep content, to help people unwind nightly, sleep deeply, and wake gently. More than 5 million sleepers of all ages have made space for rest with Hatch, with our baby products in 1 in 3 nurseries and our adult product, Restore, taking over nightstands (and TikTok) worldwide.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a Chief of Staff to the VP of Engineering who can operate as a trusted strategic thought partner, technical program driver, and communications amplifier. This role is not about scheduling meetings or tracking tasks — it’s about increasing the VP’s leverage.

You’ll partner closely with the VP of Engineering and leaders throughout the organization to connect engineering priorities with the company’s broader strategy. You’ll help move our biggest bets forward — from technical initiatives to org design and process excellence. 

This is a high-trust, high-impact role for someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy, communication, and execution.

This role reports directly to the VP of Engineering and will be a full member of the engineering leadership team.

What You’ll Do

Within 3 Months

• Build a deep understanding of Hatch’s organizational and technical ecosystem
• Form strong partnerships with leaders from within Engineering as well as Product, Design, Content and Marketing in order to connect siloed work streams
• Create a consistent and transparent communication cadence that highlights engineering’s achievements, roadmap, and impact, while openly addressing challenges.

Within 6 Months

• Lead or co-lead strategic initiatives within Engineering and cross-functionally 
• Translate complex technical progress into crisp narratives for the exec team
• Own the roadmap for engineering led initiatives
• Represent the VP of Engineering in cross-functional forums, ensuring the engineering perspective is clear and decisions stay aligned.

After 1 Year

• Act as a strategic force multiplier, defining and executing engineering strategies and initiatives.  
• Drive alignment and execution on Hatch’s biggest strategic bets, ensuring engineering is operating with focus and accountability.
• Contribute to and enable an engineering culture that embodies our Hatch values.

You'll Know You're Succeeding When:

• The VP of Engineering has more time for strategic priorities and high-leverage work
• Engineering's biggest initiatives are moving faster with clearer ownership
• Cross-functional partners consistently know what engineering is doing and why it matters
• You've become the go-to person for connecting dots across the organization

What You’ll Bring

• Leadership: Proven experience in a leadership role, preferably as a Chief of Staff or Business Operations leader, partnering with CTOs or other senior executives, in a startup or a consulting environment. 
• Program Management: Proven ability to independently lead projects
• Technical Acumen: Strong technical experience with the ability to understand system architectures, engage credibly with engineers and translate between engineering and business stakeholders.
• Exceptional Communication: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. You can convey complex ideas concisely to a wide variety of audiences.
• Analytical Thinker: Uses data and logic to diagnose issues, structure problems, and drive decisions.
• Low Ego, High Impact: Comfortable behind the scenes amplifying others’ success; thrives on clarity, progress, and purpose.

Why You’ll Love Working at Hatch

💛 We’re a certified Great Place to Work! 94% of our employees say Hatch is a great place to work.

💡 You’ll work with an amazing leadership team that truly values employees and leads with our company values every day.

🌙 We help people sleep better! Our products make a meaningful impact on people’s lives.

🎉 Our team is collaborative, fun, and full of brilliant minds.

🚀 We’re backed by world-class investors and growing fast!

🏡 We support flexibility with a remote-friendly work environment.

The Perks & Benefits That Matter

✨ 100% paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees (80% for dependents, including domestic partners)

💰 Meaningful equity—you’re an owner here

📈 401(k) match (no vesting schedule!)

👶 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave

💆 16 free therapy sessions (for you + one other adult in your life)

💜 Financial support for family planning

🏡 Remote office + monthly internet reimbursement

🛍️ Friends & family discounts on Hatch products

🎟️ Exclusive discounts on travel, entertainment, and top retail brands

💫 And so many more spontaneous perks!

About Hatch

Designed by experts and loved by parents, our Rest family—including Rest, Rest+, and Rest Go—helps little ones (and their grown-ups) build healthy sleep routines. For adults, Hatch Restore is a fully customizable smart sleep clock and sunrise alarm designed to help you unwind nightly, sleep deeply, and wake gently. 

Founded in 2014 by parent entrepreneurs Ann Crady Weiss and Dave Weiss and featured on Shark Tank, Hatch is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Ready to Help the World Sleep Better?

We’d love to hear from you! Apply now and join us in making great sleep a reality for all.