Harper is a high-performance distributed application platform. It combines a database, in-memory cache, and real-time message broker to allow users to create enterprise-grade solutions with fewer moving parts, fewer lines of code, and a superior developer experience.
We’re looking for an Executive Assistant to serve as a trusted partner to our CEO. This role goes far beyond calendar management—it’s about enabling strategic focus, acting as a force multiplier, and keeping critical company initiatives moving forward. You’ll be a proactive problem-solver, a gatekeeper, a connector, and an air traffic controller who thrives in fast-moving environments and knows how to bring order to chaos.
This is an incredible opportunity for someone who wants to be at the heart of a rapidly scaling tech startup, working side by side with a visionary founder and a deeply committed executive team.
- Manage the CEO’s complex calendar, ensuring time is allocated to highest priorities.
- Prepare CEO for meetings with briefing materials, context, and objectives.
- Manage communications on behalf of the CEO—drafting emails, coordinating responses, and ensuring follow-through.
- Track progress of key company initiatives and ensure the CEO has visibility on all moving parts.
- Drive follow-ups from leadership meetings and ensure accountability across functions.
- Maintain documentation, processes, and dashboards that keep the CEO informed and organized.
- Organize all-hands meetings, board calls, offsites, and leadership summits.
- Collaborate closely with finance, legal, investor relations, and HR on time-sensitive and confidential matters.
- Startup DNA: You’ve supported executive leadership in a fast-paced, high-growth startup.
- Executive Maturity: Able to handle sensitive information with discretion and judgment.
- Extreme Ownership: You don’t wait for instructions—you see what needs to be done and take initiative.
- Operational Rigor: You are obsessively organized, a pro at prioritization, and great at building repeatable systems.
- Excellent Communicator: Clear, confident, concise, and thoughtful in both writing and speech.
- Tech Fluency: You’re proficient with tools like Asana, Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom, and productivity apps.
- Lives in Denver.
- 5+ years of experience supporting C-level executives, preferably in a startup or tech environment.
- Proven track record of managing complex projects, schedules, and stakeholder communication.
- Experience working remotely and independently within distributed teams.
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and changing priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the utmost integrity and discretion.
Salary: $90,000 - $110,000
Interview Process
- 1st Stage: 30 minute Zoom conversation with Head of People Operations
- 2nd Stage: 45 minute Zoom conversation with two members of Harper's Operations Team
- 3rd Stage: 60 minute Zoom conversation with Harper's CEO
- 4th Stage: 30 minute in person interview with Harper Co-Founders.
Why Join Us:
- Opportunity to be part of a high-growth startup with a collaborative and supportive team culture.
- Flexible work environment with remote work options and a focus on work-life balance.
- Competitive compensation package including base salary, commission, and benefits.
- Room for career advancement and professional development opportunities.
If you are a motivated self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and shares our values of transparency, authenticity, and empowerment, we want to hear from you!
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HarperDB Denver, Colorado, USA Office
HarperDB is in Platte Street Plaza, a community space located at the base of the Highland pedestrian bridge. Near Lohi and Rino neighborhoods, our office is by the gateway to downtown Denver. It’s a perfect spot to enjoy biking and running trails, shops, fitness studios and restaurants after work.
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