Verkada · 1 week ago
Director of Compensation
San Mateo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$245K/yr - $295K/yr
7+ years expVerkada is a leader in cloud physical security, transforming how organizations protect their people and places with an AI-powered platform. The role of Director of Compensation involves owning and refining the global compensation strategy, developing multiple compensation programs, and partnering with various teams to ensure effective pay decisions and processes.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Enterprise SoftwareInternet of ThingsPhysical SecuritySmart Building
No H1B
Responsibilities
Own and refine Verkada’s global compensation strategy
Develop multiple programs – e.g., merit cycles, equity refresh, special awards
Review and analyze market data and work with People Partners to really understand how our roles map to them
Partner with Finance, People Partners, Recruiters, Hiring Managers, and Executives on pay decisions, compensation process & policies and job evaluation
Build tools and processes to streamline all compensation workflows, from job posting to internal approvals to merit cycles and ongoing equity refresh programs
Get sh•t done! Be comfortable rolling up your sleeves and getting into the weeds to drive direct impact on a daily basis. We knock out today’s problems while also balancing our need to build for the long-term
Qualification
Required
Track record of success academically and professionally
3+ years of experience building out Compensation and 7+ years total work experience
Strong desire to sweat the details and deliver awesome execution
Experience in a high growth technology business (pre-IPO or recently post)
A data-driven mindset with strong analytical and modeling skills
You are excited to dig through data to drive evidence-based discussions and decision-making
Great influence skills: You are a strong communicator, and able to build trust quickly and effectively. This role works closely with c-level executives
Benefits
Healthcare programs that can be tailored to meet the personal health and financial well-being needs - Premiums are 100% covered for the employee under at least one plan and 80% for family premiums under all plans
Nationwide medical, vision and dental coverage
Health Saving Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with tax saving options
Expanded mental health support
Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits
Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO and personal sick time
Professional development stipend
Fertility Stipend
Wellness/fitness benefits
Healthy lunches provided daily
Commuter benefits
Company
Verkada
A leader in cloud physical security, Verkada protects people and places with an integrated, AI-powered platform.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$814.3MKey Investors
CapitalGGeneral CatalystAlkeon Capital
2025-12-03Series Unknown· $20M
2025-09-01Debt Financing· $150M
2025-02-19Series E· $200M
Leadership Team
Filip Kaliszan
Founder & CEO
Benjamin Bercovitz
Co-founder
Recent News
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