Senior Manager, Compensation – Tech

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Manager Compensation – Tech to join the team of a leader in the Manufacturing & Automotive space. This role will own compensation, benefits, and rewards programs that help attract, retain, and motivate talent at scale. You will partner with people leaders, finance, and executive stakeholders to align rewards programs with business needs and employee experience. The position offers the opportunity to strengthen pay practices, improve program governance, and create more consistent outcomes across the organization within a manufacturing environment.

Location: Mountain View, CA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $201,100 – $283,200 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead design and refinement of compensation programs for technology sectors
• Translate talent strategies into compensation frameworks for key tech roles
• Collaborate with HR and business leaders on proactive compensation strategies
• Conduct workforce analytics for informed decisions on compensation
• Build scenario models for proposed compensation changes
• Benchmark and market-price tech roles according to market conditions
• Ensure compliance with governance and legal requirements in compensation practices

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years in compensation, including 3+ years in a leadership role, preferably in tech
• Experience designing and implementing compensation structures for tech talent
• Strong analytical abilities with Excel, HRIS, and BI tool experience
• Knowledge of compensation surveys and market pricing methodology
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders with insights and recommendations
• Experience managing a small team of compensation professionals
• Bachelor's degree in relevant field, such as HR, Finance, or Business

Benefits

• Remote work with flexible reporting based on proximity to a company hub
• Support for continuous professional development and team growth
• Culture fostering collaboration and innovation
• Access to deep market insights and compensation analytics resources
• Participation in strategic decision-making processes with senior leadership

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.