- Apptronik is building robots that will change how humanity works - and we’re building the people function to match
- As our Director, Total Rewards, you’ll be a founding architect of how we attract, reward, and retain world-class talent in one of the most competitive markets on the planet
- You’ll own compensation and benefits strategy end-to-end, partnering with Finance, Legal, and People Partners, and reporting to the VP, People Operations
- Level will be calibrated to your experience and what you’re ready to own from day one
- Own job architecture, leveling frameworks, and salary structures across engineering, business, and operations functions
- Lead compensation cycles (merit, equity refresh, promotions), including modeling, calibration, and manager communications
- Conduct regular market benchmarking using Radford or comparable surveys; maintain salary bands and refresh annually
- Partner with Talent Acquisition on offer strategy, competitive positioning, and real-time compensation intelligence
- Partner with Legal and Finance on equity mechanics, liquidity events, and board materials; build education resources that help employees understand and value their ownership
- Own the full benefits lifecycle - broker relationships, annual renewal, plan design, cost modeling, and employee communication; serve as the escalation point for complex claims and coverage questions
- Evaluate and evolve the benefits portfolio to remain competitive in the tech and robotics talent market
- Oversee leave of absence administration and ensure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations
- Ensure programs comply with FLSA, ACA, ERISA, and applicable state laws; maintain plan documents, SPDs, and governance documentation
- Build dashboards and conduct pay equity analyses that give leadership clear visibility into total rewards spend and support a fair, data-informed workplace
- PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
- Hearing and speech to communicate
Total Rewards Depth: 12+ years in compensation, total rewards, or a related people operations role, ideally in a high-growth or tech environment. Breadth across comp strategy, equity, and benefits matters more than any single credential12+ years in compensation, total rewards, or a combined people operations roleCHIPC Values: You naturally embody our core values (Curiosity, Humility, Integrity, Passion, and Creativity) - how we make decisions every dayAnalytical Mindset: You build models, identify trends, and translate complex data into clear insights for Finance, Legal, and Board-level audiencesClear Communicator: You handle sensitive data with discretion and translate complex comp concepts into plain language for employees, managers, and executives alikeBuilder's Instinct: You bring structure to ambiguity and take ownership through to execution - no playbook requiredBachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experienceApptronik is an equal opportunity employer. We actively work to build a team that reflects the full range of backgrounds, identities, and perspectives - and we strongly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply, even if you don't check every boxCCP, CEBS, or PHR/SPHR certification is a plus, not a requirementExperience in a venture-backed or high-growth company strongly preferred; transferable depth from other dynamic environments welcome
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