People Operations Lead

Fireworks AI

San Mateo, CA, United States
Base: $180,000 - $220,000 usd; bonus/equity: meani...
On-site
5+ years hr or people operations experience
Hands-on ownership of core hr functions
Experience with hris platforms in peo/eor model
Fireworks AI is seeking a People Operations Lead to manage HRIS, payroll, benefits, and compliance, ensuring the operational backbone of their People team is accurate and scalable. The ideal candidate will have over five years of hands-on experience in HR or People Operations, particularly in a PEO/EOR model, and will thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment

Job Summary

  • The role owns the operational backbone of the People team, ensuring accurate and scalable HRIS, payroll, and benefits systems.
  • Candidates must manage multi-state payroll tax compliance and serve as the primary point of contact for payroll escalations.
  • This is a high-ownership position at a Series C AI company valued at $4 billion, offering competitive equity and salary.

Matching Summary

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Fireworks AI is seeking a People Operations Lead to manage HRIS, payroll, benefits, and compliance, ensuring the operational backbone of their People team is accurate and scalable. The ideal candidate will have over five years of hands-on experience in HR or People Operations, particularly in a PEO/EOR model, and will thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Salary

Base: $180,000 - $220,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Meaningful equity included; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years HR or People Operations experience
  • Hands-on ownership of core HR functions
  • Experience with HRIS platforms in PEO/EOR model
  • Payroll processing and benefits administration management
  • Multi-state payroll tax compliance knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with global compliance frameworks
  • Experience managing healthcare funding models
  • Exposure to international employment cases
  • Deep ownership mindset and operational excellence
  • Ability to identify process improvements proactively

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years experience in HR or People Operations
  • Proven track record with PEO/EOR models
  • Solid experience in payroll and benefits administration

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