HR Business Partner Director

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior Engineering/Product leadership, managers, and employees to truly understand global business needs.
• Translate those insights into HR strategies that enhance organizational effectiveness and boost employee engagement.
• Lead the way in organizational change initiatives—whether it’s through org design, team health, or navigating transformation.
• Ensure smooth transitions, clear communication, and alignment across the company.
• Work closely with Engineering/Product leadership to identify key skills for success, ensure the right people are in the right roles, and implement programs to nurture and retain talent.
• Act as a go-to advisor for employee relations, providing a safe, confidential space for Engineering/Product employees to share concerns.
• You’ll help resolve conflicts, ensure a positive work environment, and guide leaders in handling complex people matters with care and professionalism.
• Partner with our People Ops team to design, and launch global HR programs that not only support our business objectives but also reinforce our evolving company culture.
• This includes partnering on initiatives like performance management, compensation planning, and employee engagement efforts.
• Partner with other teams globally to collaborate and ensure cross-functional success.

Talent Management & Development

• Work closely with Engineering/Product leadership to identify key skills for success, ensure the right people are in the right roles, and implement programs to nurture and retain talent.
• Implement programs to nurture and retain talent.

Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution

• Act as a go-to advisor for employee relations, providing a safe, confidential space for Engineering/Product employees to share concerns.
• You’ll help resolve conflicts, ensure a positive work environment, and guide leaders in handling complex people matters with care and professionalism.

HR Program Development & Implementation

• Partner with our People Ops team to design, and launch global HR programs that not only support our business objectives but also reinforce our evolving company culture.
• This includes partnering on initiatives like performance management, compensation planning, and employee engagement efforts.

HR Team Development

• Mentor and coach other HR professionals on the team, sharing best practices and ensuring we’re always improving our HR approach.

Experience

• 12+ years in HR, with at least 7+ years in an HRBP or strategic HR leadership role, supporting technology companies with globally distributed teams.

Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving

• You can tackle complex challenges with creative solutions that align with the business's goals.
• You bring a fresh perspective and don’t shy away from tough problems.

Employee Advocacy & Support

• You provide a safe, confidential space for employees to share concerns and feel heard.
• You’re an advocate for them, addressing issues with empathy and professionalism.

Communication & Influence

• Your communication is clear, confident, and empathetic.
• You can influence and build strong relationships with employees at all levels, helping them navigate change and develop their career.

Coaching & Development

• You’re a mentor and coach, capable of guiding managers, senior leaders, and employees through challenges, empowering them to develop their skills and achieve their full potential.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• You thrive when working across teams—whether it’s collaborating within HR or partnering with other teams globally.

Adaptability & Resilience

• You can thrive in ambiguity and are always flexible, adaptable, and resilient in the face of change.
• You know how to stay grounded and positive and guide others through uncertainty.

Data-Driven Insights

• You use data to drive decisions.
• Whether it’s tracking the success of HR programs, identifying trends, or finding ways to improve, you rely on data to inform your strategies.

Experience Working with Modern HR Systems & Tools

• You are familiar with working with Rippling HRIS, Rippling ATS, Rippling EOR, Rippling AI, Culture Amp, Awardco, Ramp, Drivetrain, or equivalent.

About the Role

• Reporting directly to the Chief People Officer, you will serve as a trusted strategic partner to our Engineering and Product executives, working closely with leaders, managers, and employees to drive People strategies that accelerate business growth while reinforcing our values.

Qualifications

• Experience: 12+ years in HR, with at least 7+ years in an HRBP or strategic HR leadership role, supporting technology companies with globally distributed teams.
• Bonus points if you’ve worked in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We are committed to providing an environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

Pay

• Salary Range for California Based Applicants: [$190,00 - $245,000]

Schedule

• This is a hybrid role; employees are expected to work from the Mountain-View office 3 times a week.