Picarro · 15 hours ago
Director - HR Operations
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$180K/yr - $195K/yr
10+ years expPicarro is the world's leader in timely, trusted, and actionable data using enhanced optical spectroscopy. They are seeking a Director - HR Operations to build, optimize, and scale HR processes, systems, and programs in support of their growing organization.
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Responsibilities
Lead HR Operations, including HRIS, employee data management, onboarding/offboarding, and documentation
Create scalable workflows and streamline processes to support growth and operational excellence
Ensure that HR policies, processes, and systems are well-documented, regularly updated, and consistently applied
Manage HR technology systems and integrations; lead Workday (or other HRIS) implementation and ongoing enhancements
Partner cross-functionally with IT and Payroll to ensure systems are optimized and accurate
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international employment regulations
Lead, manage, and support HR-related audits, including 401(k), SOC 2, ISO 9001, and regulatory audits
Maintain and update HR policies, employee handbooks, and internal SOPs
Regular systems audits and reporting
Partner with Payroll and Finance to ensure accurate payroll, benefits administration, and compensation alignment
Oversee vendor relationships (PEO, benefits brokers, HRIS providers, etc.) and negotiate renewals and new services
Develop, maintain, and present HR dashboards and metrics to support strategic workforce planning
Leverage data to identify trends, inform decisions, and recommend improvements
Lead and develop the HR Operations team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Support managers and employees with a service-oriented, solutions-focused mindset
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive HR Operations experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role
Strong hands-on execution skills, comfortable handling both strategic and tactical work
Experience scaling HR processes in a high-growth and global environment
Deep knowledge of HR compliance, HRIS functionality (Workday strongly preferred), and payroll operations
Prior experience leading various audits: 401(k), SOC, and ISO
Proven success in building or improving HR systems and infrastructure
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across all levels of the organization
Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint; ability to build models, dashboards, and executive reporting
Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable operating in ambiguity
Detail-oriented with the ability to step back and see the bigger picture
A 'can-do' problem-solving mentality and a continuous improvement mindset
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) plans
Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Employee Referral Program
401K
Social events (summer picnic, holiday party, team lunches, etc.)
On-site Health & Wellness programs (fitness challenges, outdoor bootcamp, flu-shots, etc.)
Company
Picarro
Picarro produces gas analyzers for a variety of markets, including atmospheric science, greenhouse gas measurement, air quality, and others.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$56.5MKey Investors
Focus VenturesBenchmark
2012-07-25Series D· $7M
2004-12-14Series C· $15M
2003-06-04Series B· $12.5M
Leadership Team
Alex Balkanski
CEO
Nipun Soni
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-14
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