People Operations Generalist
San Francisco, CAPeople OpsOnsite4+ YOE
Summary
Builds and scales HR function from scratch, owning full employee lifecycle, HR systems, compliance, payroll, benefits, and engagement initiatives. Requires 4+ years in People Ops/HR with strong systems thinking in a fast-paced startup.
About the role
What You’ll Do
- Own the full employee lifecycle including onboarding, offboarding, and all employee changes, with a strong focus on a seamless experience.
- Design and maintain HR systems, policies, and documentation, and ensure data accuracy across platforms.
- Create and operationalize performance review processes and partner with managers on feedback, development, and retention.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and maintain accurate employee records and documentation.
- Manage payroll inputs, benefits administration, and vendor coordination.
- Own and optimize our HRIS and identify opportunities to streamline workflows using modern tooling and AI.
- Lead employee engagement initiatives and act as a trusted resource for employees and leadership on all people-related matters.
You’ll Thrive Here If You
- Hold yourself to a high bar for quality and precision.
- Like building from scratch and are comfortable with ambiguity.
- Have 4+ years of experience in People Operations, HR, or a related role.
- Think in systems and are detail-oriented and process-driven.
- Communicate clearly and build trust with people at all levels.
- Take full ownership from strategy through execution.
Bonus points if you
- Have experience scaling a startup through a period of rapid growth.
- Are familiar with AI tools and automation for HR workflows.
- Have worked in a multi-state or international compliance environment.
- Have hands-on experience with people analytics and building HR dashboards.
- Are familiar with immigration processes (H-1B, green cards, TN visas).
Benefits
- Unlimited PTO
- Daily Lunch
- Commuter Reimbursement
- Comprehensive Insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
- Health and Wellness Budget (up to $150 per month)
- Parental Leave
- 401k + 4% company match
Skills
HRISAIPeople AnalyticsHR DashboardsPayrollBenefits AdministrationComplianceImmigration ProcessesPerformance ReviewsEmployee Engagement