Senior People Business Partner

Summary

Join Thumbtack's growing People team as a Senior HR Business Partner! Partner with Engineering leaders to drive people strategies aligned with business goals. You will provide day-to-day support in employee relations, organizational design, and performance management. This role requires strong business acumen, deep HR expertise, and the ability to build trusting relationships. Success demands strategic thinking, data-driven decision-making, and navigating complex organizational dynamics. The position offers a virtual-first work model and a competitive salary.

Requirements

• 8+ years of HR experience, preferably with a focus on Engineering or technical teams
• Strong experience in employee relations, performance management, and organizational design
• Proven ability to influence and build trusted relationships at all levels of an organization
• Excellent problem-solving and strategic thinking skills, with a data-driven approach
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with data analysis and using insights to inform decision-making
• Adaptability and resilience in fast-paced, ever-changing environments

Responsibilities

• Build strong, trusted relationships with Engineering leaders, partnering to align people strategies with business objectives
• Support and deploy our People programs, including performance management, career architecture, talent management, and learning and development to help build and retain a high-performing Engineering team
• Provide guidance and hands-on support in managing complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair outcomes while mitigating risk
• Partner with leaders to assess team structures, design optimal organizational models, and plan for future workforce needs
• Leverage people data and insights to diagnose challenges, measure progress, and make informed decisions
• Support teams through organizational change initiatives, fostering resilience and clarity during transitions
• Work closely with colleagues in teams like Recruiting, People Ops, Compensation, Learning & Development to deliver integrated solutions that enhance the employee experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-growth technology company
• Familiarity with remote-first or hybrid work models
• Knowledge of compensation practices and workforce planning for global teams

Benefits

• Virtual-first working model coupled with in-person events
• 20 company-wide holidays including a week-long end-of-year company shutdown
• Library (optional use collaboration & connection hub) in San Francisco
• WiFi reimbursements
• Cell phone reimbursements (North America)
• Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being