Head of People Operations

Runpod is the foundational platform for developers to build and run custom AI systems that scale. With over 500,000 developers worldwide and an annual recurring revenue run rate exceeding $120M, Runpod operates at the intersection of developer velocity and production-scale AI. Founded in 2022, we’ve grown rapidly by building infrastructure purpose-built for modern AI workloads. Our platform enables teams to move from experimentation to deployment with flexibility across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments. As a remote-first, globally distributed company, we are building the infrastructure layer that powers the next generation of AI systems. The Head of People Ops will lead a small but high-impact People team that serves as a critical partner to leadership and employees across the company supporting day-to-day employee needs and scaling the organization. This person will serve as a trusted advisor to the executive team and drive People strategy and systems across the organization. Responsibilities: Serve as a strategic partner to the COO and executive team Support executives in scaling, refining structures, and strengthening leadership capabilities. Lead change management to ensure smooth transitions and transformation during growth. Align HR initiatives directly with business objectives, ensuring people strategy drives growth. Lead, mentor, and support, a small but impactful People team Provide clear direction while empowering team members to own their areas of expertise. Foster an environment where employees feel engaged, supported, and motivated to grow. Admin performance mgmt. systems that encourage accountability and excellence. Develop compensation and rewards structures that are competitive and equitable. Requirements: 8+ years of progressive HR/People experience, including direct ownership of HR strategy and operations in a high-growth tech or startup environment . Proven ability to be hands-on with day-to-day HR needs while also shaping long-term people strategy. Experience advising and influencing executives. Strong knowledge of HR compliance, employment law, and global workforce planning. Data-driven approach to decision-making with experience using HR metrics to guide strategy. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Successful completion of a background check. What You’ll Receive: The competitive base pay for this position ranges from 170k-225k usd. This salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at Runpod and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and location Meaningful equity in a fast-growing company- everyone on the team receives stock options — your impact drives our growth, and you share in the upside. Generous medical, dental & vision plans — we cover 100% for all employees and partial for dependents. Flexible PTO- take the time you need to recharge Most roles are remote work first with an inclusive, collaborative teams utilizing slack as the main form of internal communication Join a passionate team on the cutting edge of AI infrastructure — where culture, learning, and ownership are at the heart of how we scale. $1,200 Home Office & Equipment Stipend- We set you up for success from day one with gear and support to create your ideal workspace Runpod is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and upholding the principles of equality and respect for all individuals. We believe that diversity in all its forms enhances our team. As an equal opportunity employer, Runpod is committed to creating an inclusive workforce at every level. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We welcome every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States; however, we are currently unable to sponsor employment visas