Staff People Partner, Corporate Functions

GAQ327R280While candidates in the listed location(s) are encouraged for this role, candidates in other locations will be considered.We are seeking a Staff People Partner to join our Corporate Functions People Partner team. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, guiding them through organizational transformation, scaling talent strategies, and fostering high-performing teams. Databricks is in a period of significant growth and transformation. This role is an opportunity to support the teams sitting at the center of that transformation, enabling the business to scale while navigating increasing complexity.Our People Partners operate as strategic business partners, translating enterprise people strategy into action for their client groups, owning the delivery of core talent programs, surfacing organizational and talent insights that drive better decisions, and coaching senior leaders through the moments that matter most.This is a high-impact, senior partnership role where you will go deep with a focused set of leaders and organizations, and where the quality of your strategic counsel, organizational instincts, and coaching will directly shape how these teams grow and perform.The Impact You'll HaveBusiness Partnership & StrategyAct as the connective tissue between the overarching People strategy and the business objectives of your client groupsProactively translate enterprise-wide people initiatives into localized strategies that resonate with your leaders and their teamsProvide bidirectional feedback between the business and the People organization – surfacing what's working, what's not, and what's neededHelp leaders understand and engage with the People team's operating model, including the roles of People Generalists, Employee Relations, and Centers of ExcellencePeople Program Management & DeliveryOwn the end-to-end delivery of core People programs within your client groups – including performance review cycles, compensation planning, talent reviews, and culture survey action planningManage program timelines, stakeholder alignment, and cross-functional dependencies to ensure smooth executionPartner closely with Centers of Excellence (Compensation, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition) and People Operations to ensure programs are delivered effectively and feedback loops are tightIdentify opportunities to streamline, automate, or improve how programs land in your client groupsOrganizational Insights & Talent IntelligenceLeverage data from people systems, culture surveys, attrition trends, and other sources to build a clear picture of organizational health across your client groupsGo beyond the numbers – synthesize qualitative insights from 1:1s, skip-levels, and cross-functional signals to tell a complete storyProactively surface talent risks, succession gaps, and organizational design opportunities to your leaders before they become urgentPartner with Workforce Intelligence to develop and refine the dashboards and insights that support your client groupsProactively identify, design, and implement AI-enabled solutions and repeatable workflows that turn manual, high-touch analysis into scalable, insight-rich tools for your client groups and the broader People Partner teamExecutive Coaching & Leadership DevelopmentServe as a trusted coach and thought partner to VP+ leaders, helping them navigate complex organizational decisions, team dynamics, and leadership challengesCoach leaders on raising the talent bar, managing performance effectively, and building inclusive, high-performing teamsSupport leaders through change – whether that's organizational redesigns, leadership transitions, or shifts in business strategyPartner with Employee Relations and Employment Legan on sensitive situations, ensuring alignment on approach and appropriate escalationWhat We Look ForExperience7+ years of progressive HR/People experience, with meaningful time spent as a strategic business partner (HRBP or equivalent) in a fast-paced, hyper-growth technology environmentDemonstrated experience directly supporting and influencing VP+ and executive-level leaders – partnering with them on talent strategy, org design, and leadership effectivenessTrack record of owning and delivering complex People programs end-to-end (performance cycles, compensation planning, talent reviews, org restructures)Strategic PartnershipProven ability to connect business strategy to people strategy: you understand how organizational decisions impact business outcomes and can articulate that clearly to leadersExperience operating at the intersection of multiple People sub-functions (Compensation, Talent Acquisition, L&D, Employee Relations) and coordinating across them to deliver cohesive solutionsComfort with ambiguity and the ability to make sound decisions when the path forward isn't fully definedAnalytical & Organizational AcumenStrong analytical instincts — you're comfortable working with data and can move fluidly between quantitative metrics and qualitative insights to tell a compelling storyExperience identifying organizational health signals (attrition patterns, engagement trends, succession risks) and translating them into actionable recommendationsFamiliarity with People analytics tools and dashboards; curiosity about AI-powered tools and a willingness to learn and adopt themCoaching & Executive InfluenceDemonstrated success coaching senior leaders (VP+) on leadership effectiveness, team health, and navigating organizational complexityStrong executive presence — you can hold your own in a room of senior leaders, offer a candid perspective, and build trust quicklyEmotional intelligence and sound judgment in sensitive situationsMindset & Working StyleBias for action: you thrive in an evolving environment and don't wait for perfect information to move forwardCollaborative: you see the People Partner team as your first team and actively share insights, resources, and approaches across the group.Humble and curious: you bring strong convictions loosely held, seek out feedback, and recognize that Databricks' fast-moving culture requires adaptabilityAI-forward: you're excited about using AI tools to work smarter, and you bring an "AI-builder" mindset to finding new ways to scale your impactPay Range TransparencyDatabricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range(s) for this role is listed below and represents the expected salary range for non-commissionable roles or on-target earnings for commissionable roles. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, relevant certifications and training, and specific work location. Based on the factors above, Databricks anticipates utilizing the full width of the range. The total compensation package for this position may also include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and the benefits listed above. For more information regarding which range your location is in visit our page here.Zone 1 Pay Range$168,000—$231,000 USDPay Range TransparencyDatabricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range(s) for this role is listed below and represents the expected salary range for non-commissionable roles or on-target earnings for commissionable roles. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, relevant certifications and training, and specific work location. Based on the factors above, Databricks anticipates utilizing the full width of the range. The total compensation package for this position may also include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and the benefits listed above. For more information regarding which range your location is in visit our page here.Zone 2 Pay Range$151,200—$207,900 USDAbout DatabricksDatabricks is the Data and AI company. More than 20,000 organizations worldwide — including adidas, AT&T, Bayer, Block, Mastercard, Rivian, Unilever, and 70% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data + AI Platform to build and scale data and AI apps, analytics and agents. Headquartered in San Francisco with 30+ offices around the globe, Databricks offers a unified platform that includes Genie, Lakebase, Agent Bricks, Lakeflow, Lakehouse, and Unity Catalog. To learn more, follow Databricks on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, and Instagram.BenefitsAt Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionAt Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.ComplianceIf access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.