People Operations Generalist

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI‑driven machines. Founded in 2017 and now valued at $15 billion following its recent Series F funding round, Applied Intuition delivers the Vehicle OS, Self‑Driving System, and toolchain to help customers build intelligent vehicles and shorten time to market. 18 of the top 20 global automakers and major programs across the Department of Defense trust Applied Intuition’s solutions to deliver vehicle intelligence.

Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining, and agriculture industries and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Diego, CA, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Ann Arbor, MI, London, Stuttgart, Munich, Stockholm, Bangalore, Seoul, and Tokyo.

We are an in‑office company and expect employees to primarily work from their Applied Intuition office five days a week. We also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and ambitious People Operations Generalist to join our team! This role is ideal for builders who thrive in a high‑growth, fast‑paced environment and want to play a key role in shaping the foundation of our operations. As a People Operations Generalist, you will optimize HR systems, implement scalable and efficient processes, and ensure data accuracy to support strategic decision‑making.

• Lead the development, enhancement, and management of People data and reporting, making sure we have accurate and actionable insights for decision‑making.
• Optimize People systems and workflows across Rippling, Carta, Greenhouse, JIRA, PAVE, and more.
• Own and manage our rotation and mobility program, shaping strategy, policies, and process improvements while addressing employee inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Serve as the point of contact for employee questions and matters related to rotations, benefits, leaves of absence, and time off.
• Generate comprehensive reporting and dashboards to support data‑driven decision‑making.
• Perform other People or general operations responsibilities as required by the People team on an ad‑hoc basis.

• 3+ years of practical experience in a People or HR‑related role.
• Detail‑oriented and data‑driven mindset.
• Intuitive and able to identify potential areas of improvement in our operational cadence.
• Proactive problem‑solving: you don’t just spot gaps; you fill them.

• Experience in high‑growth technology companies, particularly in automotive or autonomous vehicle industries.
• Direct involvement in scaling startups from early‑stage to larger organizational structures.
• Experience with HRIS systems, people analytics tools, and large datasets.

Compensation for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

Please reference the job posting’s subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full‑time position in the location listed is: $95,000 – $121,000 USD annually.

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