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Nominal builds software that lets hardware teams test, iterate, and deploy as fast as software teams.
The Role
The Office Manager will oversee daily office operations, manage logistics, support team culture, coordinate events, and assist with administrative tasks.
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About Nominal
Nominal is building the software infrastructure that powers the world’s most advanced hardware systems — from spacecraft and autonomous vehicles to next-generation industrial machines. Our platform ingests high-rate telemetry, validates complex autonomy software in real time, and helps engineering teams iterate faster without sacrificing safety or precision. We’re a small, fast-moving team of engineers and operators who own problems end-to-end, work across disciplines, and thrive on solving challenges at the intersection of hardware and software. As a dual-use platform, we're serving top-tier commercial and defense customers.
We’re backed by top-tier investors — Sequoia, General Catalyst, Founders Fund, Lux Capital, and Lightspeed Ventures — who share our mission to accelerate innovation in mission-critical systems. Our team brings experience from SpaceX, Palantir, Anduril, Applied Intuition, and other leading companies, united by a common goal: enabling hardware engineers to push the boundaries of advanced technology with speed, safety, and precision.
Nominal is looking for an Office Manager to assist with our day-to-day office operations in our NYC office (Union Square). You’ll be instrumental in shaping the employee experience, managing the daily rhythm of our growing office, and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. You’ll work closely with team members across all departments, becoming a trusted partner, problem solver, and culture champion for our NYC hub.
This is full-time, hourly, non-exempt role.
**Please note that this role requires the ability and interest to come into our office at least 5 days per week.
🚀 About the role
- 🏢 Office Operations
- Ensure the NYC office is fully stocked, safe, and set up for success every day
- Manage office vendors, deliveries, supplies, equipment, and workspace organization
- Maintain shared spaces like kitchens, conference rooms, and common areas
- Coordinate office maintenance and repairs as needed
- 🤝 People & Culture
- Plan and lead in-office events, celebrations, team lunches, and social initiatives
- Welcome and support onsite guests, including job candidates and partners
- Own the onboarding experience for new hires in the NYC office
- Be a cultural ambassador—fostering community, inclusion, and a positive atmosphere
- 🔧 Administrative & Strategic Support
- Partner with leadership and People Ops to implement office policies and improvements
- Track and manage office budgets, supply ordering, and expenses
- Assist with executive and team coordination (scheduling, space planning, etc.)
- Help scale our office operations as we grow from ~30 to 80+ teammates
🔍 We're looking for someone with
- Prior experience in office management, administrative support, facilities, operations, customer service, or project coordination is preferred, but not required
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with colleagues, vendors, and guests of all levels
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Google Workspace, Slack, online ordering platforms
- Ability to stand for up to 3 hrs a day and lift boxes (~25 lbs)
- Organized and proactive—you anticipate needs and solve problems before they become problems
- Warm and hospitable—you thrive on making others feel welcome and supported
- Detail-oriented but not afraid to roll up your sleeves and get things done
- Culture-conscious—you believe that small touches make a big difference
You are:
✨ Benefits/Perks
- 🏥 100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 🏖️ Flexible PTO and sick leave
- 🍽️ Free lunch, snacks, and coffee
- 🚀 Professional Development Stipend
- ✈️ Annual company retreat
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
Top Skills
Google Workspace
Online Ordering Platforms
Slack
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The Company
What We Do
Nominal builds the essential software stack that enables hardware teams to test and iterate as rapidly as software teams. Nominal empowers engineers to continuously monitor, validate, and deploy innovations, transforming how mission-critical hardware is built and operated.
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