Remote People Operations Leader

Join us as our People Operations Manager to build the programs and processes that help our team thrive. You'll own recruiting, onboarding, benefits, and culture initiatives as we grow our remote-first team across 12+ countries. Xident is building the future of digital identity verification. Our platform enables businesses to verify users' ages and identities in seconds, while respecting privacy through our unique "Verify Once, Access Everywhere" model. Founded in 2025, Xident is a remote-first company. Our mission is simple: To make identity verification seamless, private, and accessible for everyone. We believe privacy and convenience shouldn't be mutually exclusive, and we're proving it every day. What You'll Do Own full-cycle recruiting for technical and non-technical roles across engineering, ML, and operations Design and improve onboarding to get new hires productive quickly in our remote-first environment Manage benefits administration and vendor relationships across multiple countries Build performance review and career development frameworks Foster remote-first culture through events, rituals, and communication Ensure compliance with employment laws across multiple jurisdictions What We're Looking For 4+ years of HR/People Operations experience at tech companies Experience recruiting technical talent (engineers, ML researchers) Knowledge of US employment law; international experience a plus Strong project management and organizational skills Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity Data-driven approach to measuring people programs Nice to Have Experience at remote-first or distributed companies across 5+ countries Background in high-growth startups (50-200 employees) PHR/SPHR or similar certification Our Hiring Process We respect your time and aim to complete the entire process within 2-3 weeks. Here's what to expect: 1 Application Review Application Review 3-5 days Our team reviews your application within 5 business days. We look for relevant experience, passion for our mission, and alignment with our values. 2 Initial Call Initial Call 30 minutes A 30-minute video call with our recruiting team to learn about your background, discuss the role, and answer your questions about Xident. 3 Technical Assessment Technical Assessment 1-2 hours Role-specific evaluation—this might be a coding challenge, portfolio review, case study, or technical discussion depending on the position. 4 Team Interviews Team Interviews 2-3 hours Meet with 3-4 team members including your potential manager and cross-functional partners. We assess technical skills, collaboration, and culture fit. 5 Final Interview Final Interview 45 minutes A conversation with a company leader to discuss your career goals, our vision, and ensure mutual fit. This is also your chance to ask strategic questions. 6 Offer Offer 24-48 hours If it's a match, we move quickly. Expect a competitive offer within 48 hours of your final interview, with clear details on compensation and equity. Our Values Privacy by Design We iterate quickly, gather feedback, and improve continuously. Ownership Mentality Everyone owns their domain end-to-end. No finger-pointing, just solutions. Transparent by Default We're happy to answer any questions before you apply. Reach out to our team anytime. #J-18808-Ljbffr Xident