Runpod
Head of People Operations
Remote, USA · Exec
No sponsorship$200k-$250kDetected 77 days ago
A/B TestingRecruitingPerformance ManagementHRISEmployment LawLeadershipCommunicationProblem Solving
About the role
- With over 500,000 developers worldwide and an annual recurring revenue run rate exceeding $120M, Runpod operates at the intersection of developer velocity and production-scale AI.
- We believe that diversity in all its forms enhances our team.
- As an equal opportunity employer, Runpod is committed to creating an inclusive workforce at every level.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic partner to the COO and executive team on people strategy and organizational design
- Support executives in scaling teams, refining organizational structures, and strengthening leadership capabilities
- Lead change management to ensure smooth transitions and transformation during growth
- Align HR initiatives directly with business objectives, ensuring people strategy drives business results
- Design company-wide people programs and frameworks (performance management, compensation, career development)
- Collaborate with the Director of Talent Acquisition, who owns recruiting execution, to align hiring strategy, headcount planning, and operational scalability
- Design compensation and rewards structures that are competitive and equitable
- Lead, mentor, and support a small but impactful People team
- Provide clear direction while empowering team members to own their areas of expertise
- Set strategic direction for how the People team operates and delivers value
Requirements
- 8+ years of progressive HR/People experience, including direct ownership of HR strategy and operations in a high-growth tech or startup environment
- Experience advising and influencing executives at C-suite level
- Strong knowledge of HR compliance, employment law, and global workforce planning
Skills
- Our platform enables teams to move from experimentation to deployment with flexibility across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments.
Compensation
- The competitive base pay for this position ranges from 200k-250k usd.
Benefits
- Meaningful equity in a fast-growing company- everyone on the team receives stock options - your impact drives our growth, and you share in the upside.
- Generous medical, dental & vision plans
- Flexible PTO- take the time you need to recharge
- Join a passionate team on the cutting edge of AI infrastructure - where culture, learning, and ownership are at the heart of how we scale.
- $1,200 Home Office & Equipment Stipend- We set you up for success from day one with gear and support to create your ideal workspace
- Own and optimize people operations systems, processes, and technology stack (HRIS, benefits platforms, compliance tools)
- Build and manage operational infrastructure including benefits strategy, vendor relationships, and compliance
- Manage people operations budget including headcount, benefits, tools, and programs
Company info
- We welcome every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States; however, we are currently unable to sponsor employment visas
Visa & Work Authorization
- We welcome every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States; however, we are currently unable to sponsor employment visas
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