VP, People Operations
Roseland, NJ / Brooklyn, NY
CoreWeave is the AI Hyperscaler™, delivering a cloud platform of cutting edge services powering the next wave of AI. The company’s technology provides enterprises and leading AI labs with the most performant, efficient and resilient solutions for accelerated computing. Since 2017, CoreWeave has operated a growing footprint of data centers covering every region of the US and across Europe. CoreWeave was ranked as one of the TIME100 most influential companies of 2024.
As the leader in the industry, we thrive in an environment where adaptability and resilience are key. Our culture offers career-defining opportunities for those who excel amid change and challenge. If you’re someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is eager to make a significant impact, CoreWeave is the place for you. Join us, and be part of a team solving some of the most exciting challenges in the industry.
CoreWeave powers the creation and delivery of the intelligence that drives innovation. To learn more about our values, please visit our careers website.
Position Overview:
The Vice President of People Operations will be responsible for building and scaling a world-class HR function to support our growing workforce. You will lead a team of HR Business Partners and HR Generalists, driving operational excellence across all HR programs and processes. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to balance high-level planning with hands-on execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute the overall People Operations strategy in alignment with company goals.
- Lead and scale a high-performing team of HR Business Partners and Generalists to support leadership and employees across the company.
- Serve as a key HR leader, partnering with other department heads to ensure seamless integration of HR practices across all business units.
- Provide strategic advice and coaching to senior leaders on all people-related matters.
- Oversee the development and optimization of scalable HR processes including employee relations, onboarding, HRIS, employee ticketing systems, and general HR support.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations as the company expands into new markets.
- Continuously improve HR systems, workflows, and tools to ensure efficiency and scalability.
- Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development teams to ensure a seamless employee lifecycle, from hiring to onboarding, development, and retention.
- Lead efforts in employee relations, conflict resolution, and organizational development.
- Partner with leadership on workforce planning, succession planning, and talent management strategies.
- Act as a champion of company culture and core values, ensuring they are embedded into all aspects of HR and business processes.
- Drive initiatives that foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with a strong background in People Operations and managing HR teams.
- Experience in a scaling tech company or high-growth environment is highly preferred.
- Proven track record of leading and scaling HR operations functions across multiple locations or geographies.
- Strong knowledge of HR best practices, compliance, and employment laws.
- Experience implementing and optimizing HR systems and tools.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and rapidly changing environment.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $275,000-$325,000. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
What We Offer
The range we’ve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation, we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications, experience, interview performance, and location.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary supplemental life insurance
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health
- Family-Forming support provided by Carrot
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside
- 401(k) with a generous employer match
- Flexible PTO
- Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations
- A casual work environment
- A work culture focused on innovative disruption
Our Workplace
At CoreWeave, we are committed to operating as a hybrid workplace, offering employees flexibility in how they structure their time between in-office and remote work. We recognize the significance of fostering connections, collaboration, and creativity within our office culture and its positive impact on our business. Our philosophy operating as a hybrid workplace underscores our dedication to enabling employees to tailor work-life balance to their individual preferences.
For those who do not live within 30 miles of one of our offices, we are open to considering remote work for candidates whose skills and experience strongly align with the role. While we prioritize a hybrid work environment for most roles, we understand the importance of flexibility and are open to remote work for specific positions and specialized skill sets. Onboarding is essential to your success. New employees not based out of an office will be invited to attend onboarding training at one of our hubs within their first month of employment. We continue to foster a collaborative environment by bringing teams together quarterly.
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CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), CoreWeave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact: careers@coreweave.com.
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Tasks- Collaborate on employee lifecycle
- Develop people operations strategy
- Drive company culture initiatives
- Ensure compliance
- Improve HR systems
- Lead HR team
- Optimize HR processes
- Provide strategic HR advice
- Support
AI Coaching Collaboration Communication Compliance Conflict Resolution Data center Employee Relations Excel HR best practices HRIS HR Strategy Interpersonal Leadership Management Onboarding Organizational Organizational development Process Optimization Succession Planning Talent Acquisition Talent Management Team Leadership Workforce Planning
Experience10 years
EducationBachelor's degree Business Master's degree Related Field
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