Director of People (SaaS)

TL;DR

Director of People (SaaS): Scaling and standardizing people systems for a grid interconnection management platform with an accent on the full employee lifecycle and operational scalability. Focus on designing performance frameworks, leading full-cycle recruiting in the US, and building a cohesive L&D framework for a distributed workforce.

Location: Remote (Must be a "U.S. person" as defined by federal law)

Salary: $135,000 – $175,000 (based on market tiers)

Company

hirify.global is an industry leader in interconnection life cycle management, providing software to accelerate the transition to a sustainable and resilient electric grid.

What you will do

• Partner with the CFO and Operations Team to set HR priorities and translate strategy into an actionable operating model.
• Lead full-cycle recruiting in the US, optimizing the recruiting playbook for long-term scalability.
• Refine performance management cycles and optimize compensation leveling using benchmarking tools like Pave.
• Establish the 2026 Manager Training Program and build a cohesive L&D framework centered on employee enablement.
• Standardize the entire employee lifecycle, from unified onboarding to engagement and offboarding, for a remote workforce.
• Manage the HR Manager and liaise with the PEO (Sequoia One) regarding payroll, benefits, and compliance.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. person (citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee).
• Hands-on HR leadership experience in a scaling SaaS or tech environment (50–250 employees).
• Proven ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational execution in ambiguous environments.
• Deep understanding of remote culture and strategies to unify distributed teams.
• Strong leadership skills characterized by humility, sound judgment, and a bias toward action.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first culture providing high flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
• 401(k) plan with a 4% company match.
• Flexible PTO and professional development opportunities, including mentorship and training.
• Opportunity to perform mission-driven work in the sustainable energy sector.