Job description
For millions of teams working in dozens of industries, day-to-day business gets done on the phone. So why — despite the huge leaps we’ve taken in design and usability — does most business phone software still look, feel, and act like it was born in the 90s? OpenPhone is changing that.
We’re a new type of business phone with a mission to help people communicate better and be more productive.
We’re backed by Y Combinator and some of the best venture firms around including Tiger Global, Craft Ventures, Slow Ventures, and others. We take pride in providing an exceptional customer experience and a product people love, which is why we’re excited that our customers have rated us the #1 VoIP Provider on G2.
OpenPhone is the modern, sophisticated answer to the clunky, outdated phone systems that have been slowing down businesses for years. With thousands of happy customers and several rounds of funding in just five years, it’s safe to say we’re onto something big.
About the role
We’re looking for a strategic, data-driven, and operationally minded Director of Support to lead and scale our front-line support organization. You’ll play a critical role in improving the customer experience, overseeing day-to-day service operations, and partnering with BPOs and internal teams to maintain world-class quality and efficiency as we grow.
This role is ideal for an exceptional leader with deep experience in customer support operations, strong BPO management chops, and a proven track record of building scalable systems and processes that drive a best-in-class customer experience. You should thrive in a metrics-driven environment and be passionate about using data to inform decisions, optimize performance, and advocate for customers. Just as importantly, you bring motivational and inspirational leadership, with a genuine passion for developing others—someone who finds joy in growing employees, fostering a strong team culture, and helping individuals reach their full potential.
What you’ll do
- Launch and operationalize inbound phone support, building the systems, processes, and staffing models required to support this new channel
- Lead and improve OpenPhone’s frontline support team, including both in-house and BPO agents, across channels like email, live chat, SMS, and phone
- Own support KPIs (CSAT, AHT, FRT, backlog, contact rate) and proactively identify and act on performance trends and improvement opportunities
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, and CX Ops to drive improvements in tooling, automation, and product feedback loops
- Implement scalable processes and systems to support rapid customer growth and a high-performance team environment
- Coach and develop support managers and team leads to strengthen leadership and operational depth across the organization
What you’ll bring
- 7–10 years of experience in customer support operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing call center teams
- A successful track record of launching and scaling inbound phone support from the ground up
- Hands-on experience implementing AI tools to drive efficiency and automation in support workflows
- Proven ability to lead high-volume, multi-channel teams, including oversight of global BPO partners
- Strong analytical skills and a data-driven approach to performance management, using dashboards and reporting tools to guide decisions
- Deep familiarity with support platforms like Zendesk, Retool, and workforce/QA systems
- A customer-obsessed mindset paired with sharp business judgment and a focus on scalable, sustainable solutions
- Experience supporting technical or SaaS products, with a firm grasp of troubleshooting workflows
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working cross-functionally across teams
Compensation
The annual base salary range for this position is as follow, plus equity and benefits:
SF Bay Area, Los Angeles, Seattle, Portland, Boston, New York, and Washington, DC Metro: $171,000 - $189,000 USD
All other US Locations: $152,000 - $168,000 USD
Canada: $173,000 - $192,000 CAD
The ranges displayed reflect the target for new hire salaries, and within each range, individual pay is determined by your skills and experience, as well as relevant education. Your recruiter can share more and answer questions about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
Salary is just one component of OpenPhone’s total compensation package. Your total rewards package will include equity, extensive medical coverage, a monthly lifestyle stipend, and a flexible PTO policy.
Who we are
As a fully remote company, we thrive asynchronously as a team. We are curious, ambitious, and dedicated to our work. We value trust above all else, and have a strong bias for action. If you’re looking for a place to do your life’s work, please get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.
And remember, there’s no such thing as a ‘perfect’ candidate. We’re looking for optimists with grit and determination, who are excited to face the challenges of a growing startup. OpenPhone is the type of company where you can grow, and we encourage you to apply for this role even if you don’t think you meet all the requirements.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. It is important that you are able to bring your authentic self to work every day. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.#LI-Remote
