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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