VP of Trust & Safety

Join the VRChat Team!

VRChat offers a first-of-its-kind, game-changing platform that provides an endless collection of social VR experiences and gives the power of creation to its robust community. With over 250,000 worlds and growing, VRChat’s vision is to allow users to bring their imaginations to life and help shape the metaverse anywhere in the world on any device. VRChat has raised $100M to date with the support of investors, Makers Fund, Anthos Capital and HTC.

We have a great team which includes people from: Netflix, Twitter, Meta, Microsoft, Roblox, Google, Amazon, Unity, Spotify, Discord, Uber, eBay, Robinhood, Twitch, Zynga and TikTok. Come and join the mission!

Job Overview

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing Trust & Safety team, ensuring a culture of empathy, integrity, and commitment to user safety
• Lead the Product function that will set the strategy for Trust and Safety within the product, while providing the tooling and support for operational functions.
• Drive VRChat's trust and safety strategy, setting clear goals and metrics aligned with company objectives
• Collaboration across the product to ensure trust and safety is how we design and build our product, not just an afterthought.
• Oversee moderation of content and user behavior reports to ensure platform compliance with community guidelines and policies
• Develop and implement policies, processes, and training programs that ensure a scalable, consistent approach to moderation and user safety
• Engage with the broader trust and safety ecosystem, including other tech companies, NPO’s and government agencies.
• Act as a key point of contact with executive leadership, providing regular updates and strategic insight on trust and safety initiatives
• Stay informed of industry trends and regulatory developments in online safety to help VRChat stay at the forefront of digital trust and safety

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Proven experience (5+ years) in trust and safety leadership (with management experience) within a consumer-facing tech company, preferably in a fast-paced start-up environment. Experience in online gaming, social media and/or community-focused platforms is a plus
• Strong understanding of content moderation practices, digital safety frameworks, and policy development
• Demonstrated success in leading and managing high-performing teams with a focus on safety, well-being, and efficiency
• Ability to collaborate across departments and advocate for trust and safety needs with key stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills, able to convey complex safety concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Familiarity with data analysis and KPI tracking, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Passion for VR, online communities, and fostering safe and inclusive digital spaces.

Benefits

• Work from anywhere! VRChat is a 100% remote company
• Health Benefits
• 401K for US & RRSP for Canadian Employees
• Stock Options
• Generous paid holiday schedule
• Unlimited/Flexible vacation time
• Paid parental leave benefits

VRChat is an equal-opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. VRChat fosters a diverse, creative, and collaborative environment where anyone can contribute to any of the ongoing projects or direction of the roadmap at any time. If you’re a passionate team player who wants to have an impact on a dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you!

All job offers are subject to early stage ID checks, satisfactory referencing and background checks.