Senior People Partner

Zoox•San Diego, CA

About The Position

We are looking for a strategic People Partner to join our team and support our Software Platform & Product organization, one of our largest and most dynamic groups at the heart of our innovation. This group includes the Product Software team that delivers our end-user ride service, the Firmware team that develops the vehicle's low-level driving and safety systems, and the Quality Assurance and Tools & Integration teams that ensure our software is safe, reliable, and developed efficiently. As a true partner to the business, you will play a key role in shaping the future of this organization. You will act as a trusted coach to our senior leaders, helping them navigate complex organizational challenges and build high-performing teams. You will also be a champion for our unique culture, developing and implementing programs that enhance organizational health, foster strong management practices, and create an environment where our talented engineers can do their best work.

Requirements

8+ years of experience as a People Partner/HRBP.
Demonstrated experience building relationships with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
Experience contributing to the enhancement and scaling of programs.
Demonstrated change management and project management skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, consulting, teamwork, and influencing skills.
Strong judgment in assessing employee and business risk.
Knowledge of compensation strategies and packages that include equity.
Organizational design and development experience.
A leader who quickly ramps on business acumen, dives into details, is comfortable with ambiguity and drives results.
Systems thinker who partners effectively with other departments within the people experience team and partners effectively with legal, finance and communications.
Has breadth and depth of understanding of industry best practices in HR.

Nice To Haves

Experience in centers of excellence outside of people partner domain expertise is a plus.

Responsibilities

Act as a strategic thought partner and advisor for business leaders on organizational design and effectiveness, workforce planning, talent practices, compensation, employee relations, learning and development.
Lead organizational transformations; help design organizations in line with business strategy to drive change and transition management.
Facilitate and drive all people experience programs for the department - onboarding, performance management, high-potential development program nominations, compensation planning, engagement survey action planning, and recognition programs.
Manage projects effectively, meeting deadlines and objectives, and coordinate with cross-functional teams when necessary