Office Manager

About Groq Inference is the engine that powers AI, and Groq was built from the silicon up to deliver the world's fastest inference at scale. We pioneered the LPU - the first processor designed specifically for AI inference - and are transforming that innovation into a global cloud platform powering production AI workloads. With the capital, infrastructure, and team to execute, we're uniquely positioned to define the next era of AI infrastructure. The opportunity is massive, and it's still wide open. Now let's go build it!

Mission:

As Groq continues to grow, we're looking for an Office Manager to help launch our new Palo Alto office and create an exceptional workplace experience for our team. You'll play a key role in getting the office ready for employees, coordinating workplace setup, vendors, IT readiness, and move-in logistics to support a smooth and timely opening. Once operational, you'll own day-to-day workplace operations, creating a welcoming, organized, and engaging environment where employees, leaders, and visitors can do their best work. This is a hands-on, highly visible role for someone who takes initiative, moves with urgency, and thrives on creating great workplaces. You'll bring the details together, anticipate needs, and establish a reliable, high-quality workplace experience that reflects Groq's culture and supports our growing team.

Location:

Palo Alto / San Francisco Peninsula, CA (Onsite)

Responsibilities & opportunities in this role:

Coordinate office opening and readiness:

Partner with Workplace, IT, Procurement, Security, and external vendors to prepare the Palo Alto office for employees, coordinating essential setup activities and ensuring a smooth, timely opening.

Drive workplace setup and move-in:

Coordinate office supplies, equipment, technology readiness, vendor services, and employee move-in logistics to create a fully operational and welcoming workspace.

Own daily workplace operations:

Manage the day-to-day functioning of the office, including facilities requests, maintenance coordination, office supplies, kitchen stocking, and overall workplace readiness.

Manage building and vendor relationships:

Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for property management, building services, facilities vendors, and other service providers, ensuring responsive and reliable support.

Deliver an exceptional workplace and visitor experience:

Create a welcoming, polished, and well-organized environment for employees, executives, and visitors, ensuring workplace services and shared spaces consistently meet high standards.

Support executive-facing workplace needs:

Anticipate and coordinate workplace logistics for leadership meetings, executive visits, and important onsite gatherings, partnering with relevant teams to ensure a seamless experience.

Coordinate onsite events and engagement:

Partner with People and other teams to organize office gatherings, celebrations, employee engagement activities, and experiences that strengthen the Palo Alto workplace community.

Support employee onboarding and visitors:

Collaborate with People, IT, and other teams to help new employees and visitors navigate the office, access workplace resources, and feel welcomed.

Establish effective workplace processes:

Develop and maintain office procedures, vendor information, supply management practices, and operational documentation to support reliable, scalable operations.

Anticipate and resolve workplace needs:

Proactively identify facilities issues, employee needs, and operational gaps, taking ownership of solutions to keep the office running smoothly.

Continuously improve the workplace:

Gather employee feedback, identify opportunities to enhance workplace services and experiences, and implement practical improvements as the Palo Alto team grows.

Ideal candidates have/are:

4–6 years of experience in office management, workplace operations, facilities coordination, employee experience, or a related role. Experience independently managing day-to-day office operations in a fast-paced or growing organization. Strong organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, vendors, and timelines while moving quickly and maintaining attention to detail. Experience coordinating office openings, relocations, or workplace setup projects is a plus, but not required. Experience managing vendor relationships, coordinating facilities services, and maintaining a welcoming, well-functioning office environment. Experience organizing employee events, team gatherings, or workplace engagement activities. A strong hospitality and service mindset, with experience supporting executives, visitors, or high-visibility workplace environments. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion when interacting with employees, executives, and external guests. A genuine passion for employee experience and creating workplaces where people feel connected, supported, and productive. A proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented approach, with the ability to anticipate needs, take initiative, and independently drive work forward. Adaptability and comfort navigating ambiguity, changing priorities, and a fast-moving environment. A hands-on mentality and willingness to take ownership of both everyday workplace needs and larger projects. Ability to work onsite five days per week in Palo Alto / the San Francisco Peninsula.

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 with 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.

Compensation

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 $91,000–$117,600, 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 a Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program and a robust suite of employee benefits. US Job Posting 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. Non-US Job Postings This position may require access to technology and/or information subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, as well as applicable local laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To comply with these requirements, candidates for this role must meet all relevant export control eligibility criteria.

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 talent@groq.com . 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 . As part of our hiring process, Groq may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) tools or automated systems to assist with activities such as reviewing applications, evaluating qualifications, scheduling interviews, analyzing assessment responses, or supporting recruiting operations. These tools are designed to assist - not replace - human decision-making, and hiring decisions are subject to human review. We may process information you provide during the application process, including resumes, application materials, interview responses, assessments, and, where applicable, audio, video, or transcript data. If legally required, we will request consent before using technologies that analyze biometric or video interview data. Candidates may request reasonable accommodations, an alternative evaluation process, additional information regarding the use of AI in the hiring process, or review of certain automated decisions by contacting ta-operations@groq.com.