Senior People Partner - Engineering

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to Engineering leadership, providing candid, data-driven counsel on organizational, talent, and leadership decisions
• Translate business priorities into a clear, integrated people strategy across organizational design, workforce planning, talent management, and leadership development
• Lead high-impact, data-driven initiatives including organizational design, talent assessment, succession planning, and retention strategies
• Coach Engineering leaders to elevate leadership effectiveness, team performance, and organizational health
• Guide teams through growth and transformation, helping leaders navigate ambiguity while maintaining momentum and engagement
• Partner closely with People Centers of Excellence (COEs) to deliver scalable, high-impact solutions tailored to Engineering
• Apply data, insights, and emerging AI capabilities to improve decision-making, scale impact, and evolve People practices
• Assess organizational health and deliver clear, actionable insights across engagement, performance, attrition, and diversity
• Contribute to broader People Partner initiatives, helping shape how we support technical organizations across Snowflake

Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive HR/People experience, including direct support of VP+ leaders
• Strong experience partnering with Engineering organizations, with a clear understanding of technical talent, team structures, and operating models
• Proven ability to build credibility and influence Engineering leadership
• Demonstrated success in fast-paced, high-growth technology environments
• Strong business and data acumen, with the ability to translate insights into clear recommendations and actions
• Experience leading organizational design, talent strategy, and leadership development initiatives
• Track record of partnering effectively with COEs to deliver scalable, high-impact solutions
• Curiosity and applied interest in AI and emerging technologies, particularly in how they shape talent and organizations
• Exceptional communication skills and executive presence, with the ability to influence and challenge constructively
• Ability to operate independently in ambiguous environments, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution

Work Model

• Hybrid work model, with employees working in-office three days per week in either the Bellevue, WA or Menlo Park, CA office