Sr. Program Manager, People Operations

Tenstorrent • Santa Clara, CA

105d • $100,000 - $500,000

About The Position

Tenstorrent is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, revolutionizing performance expectations, ease of use, and cost efficiency. With AI redefining the computing paradigm, solutions must evolve to unify innovations in software models, compilers, platforms, networking, and semiconductors. Our diverse team of technologists have developed a high performance RISC-V CPU from scratch, and share a passion for AI and a deep desire to build the best AI platform possible. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to solving hard problems. We are growing our team and looking for contributors of all seniorities. We’re looking for a Sr. Program Manager, People Operations to take on a strategic and operational role at the heart of our People team. You’ll own high-impact programs across compliance, benefits, leave of absence, and international expansion, ensuring our People processes scale as quickly as the company does. If you love building efficient, scalable programs and driving meaningful employee experiences, this role is for you! This role is hybrid, based out of Santa Clara, CA.

Requirements

• 4+ years in People Programs or HR Operations
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to own and drive processes
• Strong communication skills and a people-first mindset
• A track record of building programs in fast-paced environments
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Nice To Haves

• Ambition and a can-do attitude
• Resourcefulness and creative problem-solving
• A collaborative, team-first approach

Responsibilities

• Drive evaluation and improvement of programs to ensure efficiency and alignment with business priorities.
• Oversee employee training programs and initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to scale People processes across regions.
• Own compliance deliverables, including relocation and remote work policies.
• Maintain audit readiness and deliver successful reporting outcomes.
• Guide international expansion by adapting People programs and processes for new markets.
• Lead benefits renewals for the US, Canada, Serbia, Japan, and India with vendors, ensuring offerings are competitive, compliant, and people-focused.
• Recommend enhancements that improve the employee experience and support retention.
• Own the North America LOA strategy, ensuring policies are clear, compliant, and aligned with business needs.
• Manage the vendor relationship to deliver a seamless employee experience.
• Benchmark LOA policies against industry standards to recommend improvements.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package
• Equal opportunity employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees