Director of Human Resources

About Cyngn 

Based in Menlo Park, CA, Cyngn is a publicly traded company leading the charge in autonomous vehicle technology. From warehouse floors to mines and construction sites, our DriveMod platform delivers scalable self-driving solutions across a variety of industries and vehicle types. We are committed to shaping the future of industrial automation, and we're looking for innovative, motivated, and experienced professionals to join our team. If you enjoy building, tinkering, and creating with passionate colleagues, Cyngn offers a dynamic environment where you can help revolutionize the way industries operate!  

We are Small and Big. 

With under 100 employees, Cyngn is still a company that operates with the energy of a startup. On the other hand, we are publicly traded. Combined, our employees not only work in close-knit teams with close mentorship from company leaders, but they also get access to the liquidity of our publicly traded equity. This gives our small team the opportunity to make a big impact in industries that other people aren’t touching—without taking on the risks associated with untested organizations. 

We Build Today and Deploy Tomorrow. 

Our employees aren’t just researchers but are creating reality. In other words, the autonomous vehicles we’re building are designed to go to real clients right away. We are driven by our passion for innovation, our ability to see the entire product, and the real impact of our work in the real world. At Cyngn, the distance between the theoretical and the actual is razor-thin. 

We aren’t robots. We just build them. 

Read our Glassdoor reviews, and you’ll find that one of the best things about working here is the people. We are an inclusive, diverse team of top talent with exceptional synergy. We thrive on open collaboration and a trusting and creative work environment that is fueled by our passion for the industry. At Cyngn, everyone’s voice is valued, and each of our unique perspectives is celebrated. It’s the people that allow our company to continue to grow bigger and better every day

About this role: 

We are looking for a strategic and experienced HR Director to lead our human resources function and align HR initiatives with our business goals. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in HR leadership, a deep understanding of the technology sector, and the ability to cultivate a high-performance culture.

Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Leadership: Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the company's business objectives, partnering with executive leadership to drive these initiatives.
• Talent Management: Oversee talent acquisition, retention, and development strategies, ensuring top talent is attracted and retained. Implement performance management systems that promote employee growth and accountability.
• Employee Engagement & Culture: Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture through engagement initiatives, employee feedback, and organizational development, prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Policy Development & Compliance: Design, review, and implement HR policies and procedures in line with legal requirements and best practices. Ensure compliance with labor laws at local, state, and federal levels.
• Compensation & Benefits: Manage payroll and oversee the development of competitive compensation and benefits programs. Conduct market analysis to ensure equitable pay practices and employee satisfaction.
• Training & Development: Identify organizational training needs and implement professional development programs that promote continuous learning and career advancement.
• Data-Driven HR: Utilize HR analytics to measure the effectiveness of initiatives, driving data-informed decisions. Prepare and present HR metrics and reports to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree or HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred.
• Experience with Rippling
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least three years in a leadership role, preferably in the technology sector.
• Proven experience in talent management, employee relations, and organizational development.
• Strong knowledge of HR laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think strategically and drive organizational change while rolling up sleeves and juggling priorities in a rapidly changing environment.

Benefits & Perks

• Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and FSA (Health & Dependent Daycare), Employee Assistance Program, 1:1 Health Concierge)
• Life, Short-term and long-term disability insurance (Cyngn funds 100% of premiums)
• Company 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Flexible vacation policy
• Stock options for all full-time employees
• Sabbatical leave opportunity after 5 years with the company
• Paid Parental Leave
• Daily lunches for in-office employees and fully-stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages