Head of People & Culture (Director)

We’re looking for an outstanding director of people and HR to structure and run the “people engine” at Fastbreak AI, bringing modern HR and human capital practices to life across the company. The ideal candidate must have experience growing and developing teams at small to mid-size software or technology companies (50 to 200 people).

Requirements

• 2+ years of startup experience wearing multiple hats (150 or fewer employees)
• Software or high-tech experience working with advanced engineering teams
• 9+ years in talent, people, or organizational development, including 3+ years leading a people or talent strategy function
• SHRM-SCP or HRCI SPHR certification preferred
• Nimble, work at a fast pace, see projects through to the end, and have a bias for action
• Strong employee relations judgment with working knowledge of US employment law across multiple states (+Canada preferred)
• Excellent communicator, comfortable moving from boardroom to daily stand-ups
• Proven experience building recruiting systems, onboarding at scale, and designing career paths
• Experience with integrating teams after acquisitions and making clear keep, redeploy, and backfill decisions
• Executive presence, strong judgment, and the ability to coach managers
• Familiarity with validated assessments and their practical use

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Stock options