Plaud is building the world's most trusted AI work companion for professionals to elevate productivity and performance through note-taking solutions, loved by over 1,500,000 users worldwide since 2023. With a mission to amplify human intelligence, Plaud is building the next-generation intelligence infrastructure and interfaces to capture, extract, and utilize what you say, hear, see, and think.
Plaud Inc. is a Delaware-incorporated, San Francisco-based company pushing the boundary of human–AI intelligence through a hardware–software combination. With ISO 27001, ISO 27701, GDPR, SOC 2, HIPAA, and EN 18031 compliance, Plaud is committed to the highest standards of data security and privacy protection.
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Plaud is building the next generation intelligence infrastructure and interfaces to capture, extract, and utilize intelligence from what people say, hear, see, and think.
Plaud is a bootstrapped, skyrocketing, profitable company with a $250M revenue run rate achieved in just three years.
Define the next-gen paradigm for human-AI interaction.
Gain exposure to cutting-edge AI for Pro tools and play a direct role in our global expansion.
Work with passionate teammates who value innovation, collaboration, and customer success.
Grow your career in a culture that champions continuous learning and fast career development.
Market-competitive compensation, global exposure, and a vibrant, creativity-fueled work atmosphere.
Editorial Judgment & Voice Ownership
Own Plaud’s editorial point of view across thought leadership content; Decide what is worth publishing and what is not; Maintain clarity, restraint, and credibility across all long-form outputs; Act as final editorial gatekeeper for ideas, framing, and narrative integrity.
Thought Leadership & Long-Form Writing
Lead creation of Flagship LinkedIn essays (800–1,500 words); Opinionated POV and framework posts for LinkedIn and X; Brand essays and blog content (non-SEO, non-promotional); Translate complex topics (AI, work, intelligence, decision-making) into durable mental models; Write for intelligent, time-poor professionals — not for virality
Podcast Editorial Leadership (Optional)
Serve as editorial lead (and potential host) for Plaud’s flagship podcast; Shape episode themes, guest selection, and narrative arcs; Conduct interviews that surface insight, not anecdotes; Ensure each episode produces reusable intellectual assets: essays, frameworks, quotes, and reference material
Executive Ghostwriting & Leadership Voice
Ghostwrite and edit thought leadership for: CEO, Senior leadership (as needed); Preserve authenticity while improving clarity, structure, and substance; Provide editorial pushback when ideas lack rigor or clarity
Editorial Cell Leadership (People & Process)
Directly lead and mentor one editorial-focused specialist; Set weekly editorial priorities and briefs for the cell; Review and elevate drafts to final editorial quality; Ensure consistent output without relying on last-minute effort; Build a sustainable rhythm where quality does not depend on you writing everything yourself
Proven experience shaping narratives under ambiguity
Strong interview instincts and editorial discipline
Comfort covering technology, work, and systems without hype
Spoken-media experience strongly preferred Experience with startups, AI, hardware, or emerging tech is a plus
Founding Team: Opportunity to join the founding team of this new initiative, with meaningful ownership and impact on a fast-growing startup.
Competitive Compensation: $160K-$220K base salary+performance bonus+Equity.
Comprehensive Benefits: Top-tier healthcare for employees and dependents, including dental and vision, and a generous employer subsidy.
Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan for full time employees with company matching.
Paid Time Off: Unlimited PTO, plus 13 paid holidays.
New Parent Leave: 12 weeks of paid time off to spend time with your new family, regardless of gender.
Hybrid Office: Minimum of 3x in office per week.
Gear: New hires are equipped with their choice of new top-of-the-line laptops and workstation setups.
Perks: Best office equipment. Annual offsites. Free office drinks and snacks.
Disclaimer: Plaud is and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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