Senior Business Operations Manager
About the role
We're seeking a Senior Business Operations Manager to join our Business Operations team, reporting to the Director of Business Operations. This is a senior individual contributor role for someone who excels at breaking down complex business challenges using first-principles thinking, executing rigorous analysis with minimal oversight, and driving high-impact initiatives from concept through implementation.
What You Bring
- 4 - 6+ years of experience in management consulting, Business Operations, Strategic Operations, or a CEO/COO office, ideally at a high-growth technology company or top-tier consulting firm (MBB or Big Four).
- Demonstrated experience owning initiatives end-to-end—from identifying opportunities and developing recommendations to driving implementation and measurable business outcomes.
- Strong analytical mindset with experience building financial or operational models, writing queries, and using data to inform decisions.
- Experience with CRM and data analytics tools (e.g., Salesforce, Looker, Tableau) is a must-have.
- Ability to operate effectively at every level of the organization—from discussing company strategy with executives to solving detailed operational challenges alongside individual contributors.
- Proven ability to influence without formal authority by building trust, aligning stakeholders, and driving cross-functional execution.
- Nice to haves: Experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, or similar to improve workflows, automate processes, or build internal tools; Strong SQL proficiency and comfort querying large datasets independently; Experience building dashboards or lightweight automations using scripting, low-code tools, or AI-assisted development.
What We Offer
- Flexible PTO - Take the time when you need it
- Baby Leave - 16 weeks with 100% base salary + gradual return to work
- WFH Stipend - An initial $500 (Non-engineers) or $750 (Engineering roles)
- Coworking Stipend - $300 / month if you prefer to be at a coworking facility near you
- Energize Fridays - Company-wide days to log off and recharge
- Internet/Phone Stipend - Up to $100 / month
- Learning & Development - $720 / annually to use towards professional development (You have to complete 90 days of employment to receive this stipend)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision - Premiums are 100% covered for Aurorans and 90% for dependents
Where Aurorans are
Aurora currently has teams within the US, Canada, Poland, and Germany with additional locations on the horizon. We’re united in our work to support the world’s transition to solar!
Compensation Philosophy
Aurora Solar fosters an exceptional work environment through inclusiveness and transparency. Our pay ranges are anchored to the median of the market for companies of our size and industry. Our pay for new hires is typically set at the start of the position's pay range. This allows for financial growth within the role as the employee builds experience and displays a track record of performance success at Aurora.
Current Base Pay Ranges
- Tier 1: San Francisco, CA - New York, NY: $149,200 - $201,800
- Tier 2: Seattle, Los Angeles, Washington DC, Boston, San Diego: $136,800 - $185,000
- Tier 3: All Other US Locations, including Colorado: $124,400 - $168,200
Equal Opportunity Employer
Aurora is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce of people who believe in and are passionate about creating a future of solar energy for all. We are an equal opportunity employer, we welcome and consider qualified applicants regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy status, veteran status, or any other differences.