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Eval Ops Associate

Redwood City, CA · On-site

The Eval Ops Associate will support eval operations by ensuring smooth logistics and translating eval data into actionable insights for the Machine Learning team. Responsibilities : • Build the ...

Eventual

Founding Ops

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$130K - $250K/yr

Finance ops: Presentations and financial models for equity fundraising and risk-transfer. * Marketing ops: Refine product messaging and positioning. Manage how it feels for customers and distributors ...

Lorven Technologies

ML Ops Engineer

Concord, CA · On-site

ML Ops Engineer Concord CA Contract Cleint Round - Inperson Overview Tachyon Cortex Machine Learning AI team seeking a ML Ops Engineer to drive the full lifecycle of machine learning solutions. Key ...

Sieve

Product & Ops Lead

San Francisco, CA · On-site

The Product & Ops Lead will manage relationships with top AI lab customers, drive revenue expansion, and translate customer needs into internal priorities, requiring both technical fluency and strong ...

Instawork

People Ops Manager

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

This role is a unique blend of HR Operations, HRBP support, and Recruiting/People Ops coordination. You will be the operational backbone of our People team, managing the day-to-day employee lifecycle ...

G2 Ops, Inc

Senior Mechanical Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$130 - $175/hr

At our G2 Ops office, with hybrid schedule available based on program requirements * Salary Range : $130,000-$175,000 plus comprehensive benefits package. * Years of Industry Experience : 7+ years of ...

G2 Ops, Inc.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$135K - $175K/yr

At our G2 Ops office, with hybrid schedule available based on program requirements * Salary Range: $130,000-$175,000 plus comprehensive benefits package. * Years of Industry Experience: 7+ years of ...

G2 Ops, Inc.

Mid-Level Systems Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

San Diego, CA at our G2 Ops office and customer site. * Work Setting: Primarily in-office and onsite with flexibility based on program requirements. * Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000 plus ...

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Michael Holm and Associates

Bakery Ops Mgr.

Oakland, CA · On-site

$20.75 - $28.25/hr

Large, well established, multi facility bread/bakery (preferably, bread, soft roll bakery experience) experienced Ops Mgr. Must have bakery experience in a bread/bunbakery that is on an automated ...

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How much do ops jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for ops in California is $59.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.05 and $68.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do I get started in an operations career?

To start a career in operations, gain relevant skills such as project management, logistics, or supply chain knowledge, often through a bachelor's degree in business, management, or a related field. Entry-level roles may require strong organizational skills, problem-solving ability, and familiarity with tools like Excel or ERP systems; internships or certifications can also improve job prospects.

What are some common challenges faced by ops professionals, and how can they be addressed?

Ops professionals often encounter challenges such as managing multiple competing priorities, responding quickly to unexpected issues, and coordinating effectively across different departments. Staying organized and maintaining clear communication with team members is key. Utilizing project management tools and regularly scheduled check-ins can help address these challenges, ensuring smooth operations and minimizing downtime.

What is an ops role?

Ops, short for Operations, refers to roles that focus on managing and optimizing the day-to-day activities of a business or organization. People in Ops positions are responsible for ensuring processes run smoothly, efficiently, and effectively, often handling logistics, process improvements, and problem-solving. Ops can exist in many industries, including tech, finance, retail, and logistics, and may involve tasks like workflow management, data analysis, and cross-team coordination. The ultimate goal of Ops roles is to support organizational goals by improving productivity and operational performance.

What is the difference between Ops vs Network Administrator?

AspectOpsNetwork Administrator
Required CredentialsTypically includes certifications like CompTIA, Cisco, or cloud certificationsOften requires Cisco certifications, CompTIA Network+, or similar
Work EnvironmentInvolves managing operations, systems, and processes across various departmentsFocuses on maintaining and troubleshooting network infrastructure
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across IT, tech companies, and large enterprises for operational rolesCommon in organizations with extensive network infrastructure, such as ISPs and corporations

While both roles involve technical skills, Ops focuses on overall operational management and process optimization, whereas Network Administrators specialize in maintaining and securing network systems. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an operations specialist?

To thrive as an Operations Specialist, you need strong analytical skills, process optimization knowledge, and typically a degree in business, operations management, or a related field. Familiarity with ERP systems, workflow automation tools, and data analysis software like Excel or SAP is usually required. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills help differentiate top performers in this field. These competencies are crucial for ensuring efficient business processes, minimizing errors, and supporting organizational growth.
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Infographic showing various Ops job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,260 per year, or $59.7 per hour.

Strategy & Ops Manager, Marketplace & Demand Ops Enablement

Waymo

San Francisco, CA • Hybrid

Full-time

Re-posted 10 hours ago

Job description

Waymo Operations exists to deliver the Waymo Driver to the world. We are a global team building and scaling the world's first and leading autonomous fleet and operations platform. From component sourcing to end customer management, we enable and create value for Waymo through scaled and orchestrated deployment of the Waymo Driver. At Waymo, we are dedicated to building a culture that promotes inclusivity and celebration. We value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences; recognize that inclusive actions lead to equitable outcomes; and support and encourage all team members to share their ideas to help Waymo better serve the communities in which we operate.

The Demand Operations & Service Quality team drives activation, conversion and retention within local markets via process design, metrics monitoring, issue mitigation, and key preparing demand opportunities. The Strategy & Operations Manager, Marketplace & Demand Ops Enablement is the analytical backbone of the Demand Ops team. You are responsible for the health of the marketplace, improving top rider pain points (service quality), and the enablement of our Regional Demand Ops Managers. You will bridge the gap between high-level demand and marketplace data and on-the-ground insights, ensuring that every market operates at peak efficiency.

This role follows a hybrid work schedule and reports to the Head of Demand Operations & Service Quality.

You will:

  • Develop Marketplace Ops Metrics & Reporting: Partner with Product & Product Data Science to design how Ops will report on Marketplace metrics, maintaining rigor in understanding how we serve customers and generate demand and enabling regional Demand Ops Managers to own their metrics.
  • Support Marketplace Roadmap: Partner with Product, Engineering and Product Data Science to influence the roadmap for marketplace levers.
  • Design Operational Mitigations Marketplace Challenges: Investigate issues impacting our marketplace and develop scalable processes for Regional Demand Ops Managers to mitigate issues within their markets.
  • Enable Regional Demand Ops Managers Training: Own onboarding and training for Regional Demand Ops Managers, vendors and partners to ensure operational parity across all markets.
  • Process QA: Develop and oversee a Quality Assurance process to ensure Regional Demand Ops efforts achieve strong and consistent results and consistency across Internal, Partner and Vendor outputs.
  • Drive Cross-functional Improvements: Act as a leader for the Demand, Service Quality and Marketplace Ops strategy. Identify gaps in the current processes and partner with Regional Ops teams, Marketing/BD/Policy, Product/PDS/Eng, and more to build scalable processes and product/tooling solutions.

You have:

  • 8+ years of experience in Strategy & Operations, Consulting, Marketplace Ops, or Business Intelligence.
  • Analytical Rigor: Strength in interpreting complex datasets to drive operational improvements.
  • Mastery of Scalability: Proven track record of taking a manual process and turning it into a repeatable, documented "playbook" or framework. You don't just solve a problem once; you build the playbook and the tool so it stays solved across 10+ markets.
  • Strategic Communication & Stakeholder Management: Ability to communicate with both executives and vendor teams, and lead large-scale, cross-functional project teams through high-pressure situations.
  • Technical Literacy: Comfort working with Product/Eng teams to define requirements for internal tools and data visualization.
  • Risk Management: Experience identifying and mitigating operational risks in physical environments or public-facing operations.
  • Bachelor's degree (Business, Operations, or related field).

We prefer:

  • Marketplace Experience: Direct experience managing marketplace operations.
  • AV/Mobility Experience: Previous experience in AV, mobility technology, urban planning or transportation.

Travel Requirements:

  • 15%

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