Program Manager - People Operations

Applied Intuition, Inc. is powering the future of physical AI. Founded in 2017 and now valued at $15 billion, the Silicon Valley company is creating the digital infrastructure needed to bring intelligence to every moving machine on the planet. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining and agriculture industries in three core areas: tools and infrastructure, operating systems, and autonomy. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers, as well as the United States military and its allies, trust the company’s solutions to deliver physical intelligence. Applied Intuition is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in Washington, D.C.; San Diego; Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Bangalore; Seoul; and Tokyo. Learn more at applied.co . We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that full-time employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. This in-office expectation does not apply to contractor positions About the role We are seeking a People Operations Program Manager who brings strong program management and stakeholder management skills to our team. This is an operations-focused role for someone who views the employee lifecycle as an interconnected program that requires structured, systematic execution. The right candidate is a trusted operator who can consistently demonstrate what excellent people program management looks like in practice. At Applied Intuition, you will: Manage and optimize the complete employee lifecycle from onboarding through offboarding, treating each stage as part of a cohesive program Build and maintain documentation systems, process workflows, and program frameworks that scale with the company's growth Design, implement, and scale employee programs that ensure consistent, high-quality experiences across teams and locations Own HR policy development, interpretation, and compliance, including labor and employment law requirements that impact day-to-day operations Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, internal applications and Engineering teams to ensure people programs align with business objectives and regulatory requirements Analyze people operations data and metrics to identify trends, pain points, and opportunities for program improvements We're looking for someone who has: 5+ years of experience in people operations, HR generalist, or people program management roles with demonstrated stakeholder management experience Strong program management background with ability to design and optimize processes, integrate feedback, and communicate outcomes across all levels Solid understanding of HR policies, labor and employment law, and compliance requirements Strong analytical mindset with experience using data to drive program improvements and decision-making Proven track record of building scalable processes and documentation that support organizational growth Nice to have: Bachelor's degree 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 and people analytics tools Background in change management or organizational development Experience working with large datasets Compensation at Applied Intuition 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, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that 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. Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Consequently, the parties agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and that these laws are incorporated herein by reference. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. The parties also agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of Executive Order 13496 (29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A), relating to the notice of employee rights under federal labor laws. FOR US-BASED ROLES: Applied Intuition is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive application and interview experience to applicants who are disabled veterans and other applicants with disabilities or medical conditions. Reasonable accommodations are available, requesting an accommodation will not affect your candidacy in any way, and you are not required to disclose the nature of your disability or medical condition in order to make a request. If you require an accommodation please contact careers@applied.co . We will work with you!