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Chief of Staff at Jua (Zurich, Switzerland)

Jua· Zurich, Switzerland·

Role details

Work type
Hybrid
Employment
Full-Time

Job description

OVERVIEW

Physical AI, a real model of the world, is the next trillion dollar opportunity and a foundational pillar for energy, robotics and superintelligence.

At Jua we are building it now. Our models already run on four continents and help power the energy buildout needed to support ever larger intelligence.

We are assembling a world-class team of researchers and entrepreneurial minds to turn this model into reality at global scale. If you want the opportunity of your life, come build physical AI with us.

THE ROLE

You work directly with the founder. You operate as a force multiplier who plugs into whatever matters that day and makes sure it gets done. That includes deals, product calls, investor work, model launches, internal alignment, and fixing operational gaps before they slow us down. The pace is high. The context load is real. You will see everything.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Work with me on the highest leverage problems across product, GTM, partnerships, operations, and fundraising
  • Sit in high-stakes meetings with customers, investors, and strategic partners
  • Bring clarity to priorities and make sure decisions turn into action
  • Build lightweight dashboards and operating systems that keep the team aligned
  • Own cross-functional projects end-to-end and clear bottlenecks quickly
  • Write sharp briefs, investor materials, and internal notes
  • Handle practical execution when needed, such as travel, schedules, logistics, and on-site coordination

WHO YOU ARE

  • Extremely fast learner who can switch contexts without dropping quality
  • Strong analytical ability and comfortable with Python and data tools (vibe coding is enough)
  • Clear and concise communicator who can compress complexity
  • High ownership, bias toward action, zero drama
  • Ambitious and want to operate close to the core of the company
  • Backgrounds that tend to work well include top consulting, investment banking, founder’s office roles, early stage operators, ex-founders, ML engineers with broader interests, or exceptional outliers

REQUIREMENTS

  • Relocation to Zurich
  • Frequent short notice travel to the UK, Nordics, US, and Asia
  • Ability to operate at high speed and handle fast decision cycles
  • Whatever it takes mindset

Please note: We prioritise your answers to the application questions over your CV, so we encourage you to complete them as thoughtfully and thoroughly as possible.

At Jua, we foster a performance culture and value people who embody our beliefs of service and adventure. We prioritize agility, operating at the highest clock speed to adapt quickly to change.

We innovate on behalf of our users and leverage data supremacy to maintain our competitive edge. Through clear communication and fact-based decision-making, we ensure alignment in our pursuit of excellence.

With these principles, we aim to create a customer-focused, value-centric organization that sets new standards in the industry. We value the unique perspectives that each individual brings to the table and believe that embracing diverse backgrounds and experiences enriches our collective journey towards growth and success.

Why work at Jua

  • Culture highlights: “Small team, long hours, one kitchen” – a tight‑knit, high‑impact environment. Six values include “Factfulness” and “Research‑led.” Focus on outcomes, not hours.
  • Remote/hybrid policy: Zurich‑based employees can work from anywhere in the world for one month each year. Otherwise, in‑office in Zurich (“with each other”).
  • Perks & benefits:
    • Company stock options
    • Annual budget for courses, books, conferences
    • Budget for equipment of your choice
    • Daily chef‑cooked lunches in the office
    • Paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, plus local holidays
    • Team retreats at inspiring locations
  • Engineering culture: Fast‑paced, research‑forward. Work on the hardest problems in physical AI. Hiring process is about three weeks with a trial day; most candidates hear back within 48 hours.
  • Talent sources: ETH Zürich (top feeder), Stanford, and top labs – strong academic pedigree.

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