VP of People

Mochi Health•San Francisco, CA

10d•$250,000 - $300,000•Onsite

About The Position

As VP of People, you will be the strategic and operational owner of the entire employee lifecycle at Mochi. This includes hiring, onboarding, performance, development, engagement, and culture. You will be a key partner to the executive team and a trusted resource for managers and individual contributors across the company. You will roll up your sleeves to build scalable systems, while also setting the long-term People strategy that supports our growth.

Requirements

10+ years in HR or People roles, ideally in startups or growth companies
5+ years in a senior people leadership role (Head of People, VP of People, or similar)
Loves clean systems and clear ownership
Comfortable running many processes at once
Brings order without adding unnecessary process
Builds trust quickly at every level
Explains the “why” behind people decisions
Handles hard conversations directly and respectfully
Uses metrics to track org health, hiring, and engagement
Iterates based on what the data and people are saying
Seeks feedback and acts on it
Has owned both talent and employee experience
Knows what great looks like in a remote or hybrid team
Turns one-off fixes into simple, repeatable playbooks

Responsibilities

Partner with the executive team on org design and headcount
Turn company goals into clear people plans and priorities
Spot issues early and recommend simple, scalable solutions
Own the bar for who we hire and how we hire
Build structured, fair, and fast hiring processes
Work with managers and external partners to fill critical roles
Run performance cycles, goal setting, and calibrations
Help managers give direct, useful feedback
Make expectations, levels, and growth paths clear
Design compensation and benefits that are fair and competitive
Oversee HRIS, payroll, benefits, and policy hygiene
Put in systems that are simple, reliable, and easy to follow
Protect and evolve Mochi’s culture as we grow
Build programs that increase engagement and reduce churn
Keep us compliant across states and regions
Handle sensitive issues with judgment, care, and discretion
Reduce people risk through clear policies and good communication

Benefits

Daily Meals and Espresso Bar - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner every weekday. Our on-site barista keeps the espresso and matcha flowing all day
Pre-Tax Commuter Perks - Save on transit and parking through pre-tax commuter benefits
Top-of-Market Compensation - We offer competitive salaries along with generous equity packages so you can share in the success you help create
Profitable and Rapid Growth - We’re scaling fast, with financial discipline and long-term vision. No VC constraints, just sustainable momentum and smart decisions
High-Impact Work - Help shape the future of digital healthcare. Your work here directly improves lives and scales nationwide
World-Class Team - Collaborate with teammates from Tesla, SpaceX, Citadel, Harvard, IIT, and more. We value excellence, humility, and empathy in equal measure
Comprehensive Benefits - 401(k) with match, generous time off, life insurance, and high-quality medical, dental, and vision plans
Mochi Health Membership – We cover your monthly subscription fee so you can experience the same care as our patients (medications not included)
Time to Recharge – Enjoy unlimited PTO, generous company holidays, and true flexibility. We trust you to take the time you need to rest, reset, and thrive
Wellness First – From weekly mindfulness sessions to group workouts and fitness perks, your physical and mental health are top priority
Team Socials and Community - We make time to connect through regular socials, happy hours, and spontaneous events. Our stocked kitchen doesn’t hurt either
Downtown SF HQ - Our San Francisco office is just steps from BART, Muni, and great food. It’s designed for deep work and casual collaboration