Executive Assistant

About Groq Groq delivers fast, efficient AI inference. Our LPU-based system powers GroqCloud™, giving businesses and developers the speed and scale they need. From our Bay Area roots to our growing global presence, we are on a mission to make high performance AI compute more accessible and affordable. When real-time AI is within reach, anything is possible. Build fast. Mission: To provide seamless executive logistics, strategic support, and proactive partnership with the Chief of Staff to enable the interim CEO and CFO to focus on Groq's most critical priorities. Location: Remote/US East Coast  Responsibilities & opportunities in this role: Executive Support - Own the full scheduling, meeting coordination, and travel logistics for the interim CEO and CFO; maintain a master calendar that anticipates conflicts and maximizes productive time - Capture concise, action-oriented meeting notes; synthesize key decisions into briefs and distribute follow-up items to stakeholders promptly - Build a solid understanding of Groq's products, market, and internal initiatives; flag risks, suggest process improvements, and anticipate executive needs before they arise - Identify gaps, propose solutions, and drive execution with minimal direction, keeping momentum when executives are deep in work - Partner with the Chief of Staff to co-manage cross-functional project pipelines, maintain shared task lists, and support executive communications and deliverables - Manage occasional global coordination across time zones (e.g., partners in Dubai) while maintaining a core Eastern Time schedule, with flexibility for early-morning or late-evening windows when needed - Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and discretion in all aspects of the role, protecting sensitive information - Arrange domestic and international travel itineraries, ensuring compliance with company policy and executive preferences Ideal candidates have/are: - BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience - 5–7+ years of experience providing comprehensive executive support to senior leaders (C-suite or equivalent) in a high-growth, fast-paced technology or hardware environment - Proven ability to take detailed notes, synthesize information, and make actionable recommendations; prior experience partnering with a Chief of Staff or similar strategic role is a plus - Demonstrated history of working autonomously, anticipating needs, and driving initiatives without micromanagement - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with confidence interacting with internal and external partners at all levels - Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Drive) and familiarity with travel/expense platforms and collaboration tools such as Slack, Asana, and Notion - Ability to operate primarily on an Eastern Time schedule with occasional flexibility for global coordination Why Join Us - Purposeful Hiring: You’re not here by accident, and neither is anyone else. Every teammate is handpicked with intention because who we build matters. - Builders Wanted: You’re not just riding the rocket ship, you’re building it. Your work directly shapes the trajectory of our company. - Mission-Driven Work: We’re here to make a real impact. Our mission fuels everything we do. - Tackling Hard Problems: If easy isn’t your thing, you’re in the right place. We solve some of the most complex and exciting challenges in our space. - Excellence Is The Standard: High performance isn’t just encouraged, it’s the baseline. And it’s contagious. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Groq is committed to providing competitive compensation through our Total Cash philosophy, which incorporates potential bonus value directly into base pay. The total cash salary range for this position, which is inclusive of the potential bonus value, is $169,700–$229,500 with individual placement determined by your geographic location, experience, skills, and alignment with internal compensation standards.  This range is specific to candidates located in the United States. Compensation for international candidates will vary based on local market dynamics. Beyond cash compensation, Groq also offers equity participation and a robust suite of employee benefits. US Job Postings This position may require access to technology and/or information subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To comply with these requirements, candidates for this role must meet certain citizenship or residency criteria. Specifically, they must qualify as U.S. Persons for export control purposes (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) such as a refugee or asylee), or otherwise be eligible for an applicable export license. Groq is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Groq complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic. Groq is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application or to participate in the hiring process, please contact us at [email protected]. This contact is for accommodation requests only, which will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of the applicant’s identity and employment authorization in accordance with federal law. Groq encourages people with criminal record histories to apply for employment, and values diverse experiences, including prior contact with the criminal legal system.  To that end, Groq welcomes such applicants in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Act Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Act Ordinance.  Philadelphia applicants can review information pertaining to Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance here: https://www.phila.gov/documents/fair-chance-hiring-law-poster.