Real Estate, Workplace Programs and User Experience Lead

Intrinsic•Mountain View, CA

About The Position

Intrinsic is an AI robotics group at Google aiming to reimagine the potential of industrial robotics. Our team believes that advances in AI, perception and simulation will redefine what’s possible for industrial robotics in the near future – with software and data at the core. Our mission is to make industrial robotics intelligent, accessible, and usable for millions more businesses, entrepreneurs, and developers. We are a dynamic team of engineers, roboticists, designers, and technologists who are passionate about unlocking the creative and economic potential of industrial robotics. Role We are seeking a highly organized and collaborative/community-focused Workplace Programs & User Experience Lead to oversee operations across our entire portfolio, including our corporate headquarters and technical R&D facilities. At Intrinsic, our workplace is more than just a place to sit; it is a tool designed with our "Intrinsic Behaviors" in mind: mission first, build for others, create with curiosity, engage then commit, and be autonomous and accountable. Your primary focus will be on the "soft" side of workplace management: leading culture-building programs, food services, and high-impact events while ensuring our labs and offices remain safe, functional, and compliant.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Engineering, or a related field.
8+ years of progressive experience in corporate real estate, facilities management, and EH&S; particularly within research or dynamic start-up environments.
Demonstrable experience managing a mixed portfolio of properties, including corporate offices and technical R&D or lab environments.
Strong organizational, collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to partner laterally across technical & corporate teams.
Strong financial acumen with experience managing multi-million dollar CapEx and OpEx budgets.
Exceptional negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

Workplace Experience & Cultural Support: Enable a vibrant onsite culture by providing the high-quality "platforms" that drive belonging. You will lead the strategy for essential onsite programs like food services (cafes and MicroKitchens) and employee amenities, while partnering cross-functionally to provide the logistical backbone for community events that drive “buzz” and belonging.
Soft Services Management: Direct the delivery of essential workplace services, including visitor experience, transportation/EV charging, shipping & receiving, and office amenities (supply closets, dog policy, etc.).
Strategic Workplace Programming: Partner with leadership to foster spontaneous collaboration, utilizing open commons and collaborative zones to encourage cross-functional breakthroughs.
Global Portfolio Oversight: Manage workplace operations across our locations (Mountain View, Munich, Singapore, Zurich, and Toronto), aligning strategy with long-term growth and business goals.
Facilities Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of our facilities, ensuring spaces are functional, inviting, and representative of the Intrinsic brand.
Lab & Safety Compliance: Support high-energy lab environments by ensuring safety standards are met. Drive continuous improvement to enhance organization and efficiency.
Financial & Stakeholder Management: Manage OpEx and CapEx budgets for workplace and culture programs, maintaining a "scrappy" mindset to optimize resources.
Stakeholder Partnership: Serve as a primary partner to leadership, HR, and Google REWS, translating business needs into actionable workplace and culture strategies.