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Full-Time

Head of Customer Performance Operations

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Fastly

Fastly

1,001-5,000 employees

Edge cloud computing services provider

Data & Analytics
Consumer Software
Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$239.6k - $332.8kAnnually

+ Equity + Bonus

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Strategy Development
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • 15+ years of experience operating highly available distributed systems and supporting mission critical infrastructure; direct experience in CDN or Web Application and API Security companies a plus
  • Experience working cross-functionally in a matrix environment; strong influencing skills and ability to get things done with teams that don’t report directly to you
  • Strong communication and executive presentation skills; experience working with senior management, both at Fastly and customers/partners
  • Process and detail oriented with a focus on results and outcome, not just process adherence
  • Ability to operate with ambiguity; can remain calm under pressure
  • Strong customer empathy
Responsibilities
  • Drive the Performance Center War Room (PCWR) initiative with senior leadership, from program definition through to day-to-day operations
  • Generate results for the business in terms of revenue growth and retention for top 20 customers
  • Create a feedback loop between PCWR operations and related work in other areas of the business (Product, Pricing and Packaging, etc) to drive improvements that create better outcomes for our customers
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across Engineering, Revenue and Business Systems / Business Intelligence teams to define, build, and track metrics, tools and process that drive actions for the program
  • Develop and lead effort to proactively find and resolve performance issues affecting Fastly’s customers, finding issues before our customers do
  • Collaborate with Finance and Infrastructure to understand traffic forecasts for the top customers, and investigate unique pricing strategies, using this data to drive outcomes in the PCWR
  • In partnership with Revenue and the CTO, identify additional opportunities in customer account to drive growth, working directly with customers where relevant
  • Identify areas where processes can be streamlined, automated, or improved; collaborate with relevant teams to implement changes that improve customer experience or allow internal teams to move faster
  • Represent the Chief Technology Officer in internal meetings, attending engineering summits and other forums as a proxy when it makes sense and there is an expertise fit
  • Act as a strategic advisor to various engineering/infrastructure teams and projects as a subject matter expert. This will involve being part of various projects, task forces, and team meetings whenever it makes sense
  • Advocate for the customer internally; provide insight into prospect, customer and partner requirements to Product and Engineering teams
  • When it makes sense and there is an expertise fit, get involved with product requirements and development in new and emerging products and product areas

Fastly provides edge cloud computing services that process data closer to where it is needed, which helps reduce delays in data transmission. This makes applications faster and more efficient for clients such as media companies, e-commerce platforms, and financial services. Fastly's platform includes tools like the Edge Compute Language for running custom code at the network's edge, and API services that allow easy integration of its offerings into client applications. Unlike many competitors, Fastly operates on a subscription-based model where clients pay based on their usage, which includes data processed and API requests. The company's goal is to help businesses deliver content quickly and securely, positioning itself for growth in the expanding cloud computing market.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$219M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

20%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Fastly's recognition as a Gartner Peer Insights Customers’ Choice for six consecutive years underscores its strong market position and customer satisfaction.
  • The enhancement of its Managed Security Service with Bot Management and a rapid SLA demonstrates Fastly's commitment to addressing complex cybersecurity challenges.
  • Fastly's diverse client base, including media, e-commerce, and financial services, provides stability and growth opportunities in various sectors.

What critics are saying

  • The multiple securities class action lawsuits filed against Fastly could lead to significant financial and reputational damage.
  • The competitive edge computing market requires continuous innovation, and any lag could result in loss of market share.

What makes Fastly unique

  • Fastly's edge computing model significantly reduces latency by processing data closer to the end user, unlike traditional cloud services that rely on centralized data centers.
  • The company's Edge Compute Language allows clients to run custom code at the edge, providing a unique advantage in optimizing and securing web applications.
  • Fastly's industry-leading 30-minute time-to-notify SLA for critical security incidents sets it apart in the cybersecurity landscape.