Head of People Technology, Lyft
$188-235k
More information about location
3+ days a week in office
Ride sharing company
Open for applications
Ride sharing company
1001+ employees
Open for applications
$188-235k
More information about location
3+ days a week in office
1001+ employees
Company mission
To improve people’s lives with the world’s best transportation.
Role
Who you are
- BS/MS or equivalent in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
- 8 years of leadership experience and 5 years of technical management in a global, public, or large private technology company with a global customer base
- Comprehensive understanding of people processes, systems, and regulations, with expertise in areas such as people reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance
- Previous experience with implementing and operating People Technology solutions such as HCM (e.g., Workday), ATS (e.g., Greenhouse), and development platforms (e.g. Workday Extend)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and insights to drive decision-making and continuous improvement
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization and influence decision-making
- Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external partners, vendors, and consultants within the finance and technology industry
What the job involves
- We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and the technology that supports them is crucial to our success
- As the Head of People Technology, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our workforce, driving technical strategy across multiple teams and leading roadmaps for systems investments, enhancements and People Tech resources
- From attracting and hiring the best talent to ensuring a seamless and engaging experience throughout a team member’s time at Lyft, our People Technology is at the heart of it all
- Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, your leadership will drive the development and implementation of innovative solutions that enhance team member engagement, streamline processes, and provide exceptional service to our team members, helping Lyft to build a thriving, dynamic, and inclusive workplace where every team member can excel
- If you are a candidate who has the vision of what could be, who has the ability to cultivate relationships, and a belief in developing the skills and talents of others, then you may be the ideal person for this position
- Lead the strategic roadmap of Lyft’s People Technology, including improving our leverage of existing systems such as Workday (including Workday Extend), Greenhouse, and reporting and analytics platforms including Qualtrics
- Partner with various teams and stakeholders to define, develop and manage a comprehensive People Technology roadmap that aligns with business objectives and supports Lyft’s strategic priorities
- Operate the current and future technology portfolio, including our SaaS and in house built applications that supports the People team during each stage of the employee life cycle
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the success and impact of People Technology and initiatives, while providing regular updates to senior management
- Lead a diverse People Technology team consisting of analysts, specialists and software developers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Develop and manage relationships with external partners, vendors, and consultants to support People Technology initiatives, including technology vendors, implementation partners, and industry experts
- Stay current with industry trends and best practices in People Technology, and bring innovative solutions to Lyft
Our take
Lyft has aimed for consistent growth, making sure to pitch itself as a more reliable and friendly ride-sharing option than its main competitor, Uber. Uber has a greater market share and operates globally, but Lyft hopes to compete by its focus on ride-sharing over Uber's more diversified business approach and as a more rider-friendly and greener alternative to Uber.
Operating only in the USA and Canada, Lyft is in a position of being less affected by global events than Uber but also more vulnerable to local conditions. As an example, while it doesn't face the regulatory hurdles around employment rights that Uber does, it is unable to balance out the cost of the unusually expensive US auto insurance across its operations.
In 2022, Lyft acquired PBSC Urban Solutions, a bike-share equipment and technology supplier, allowing Lyft to compete in new verticals and reaffirming its commitment to green transportation. It has also trialed and launched Lyft Assisted, where drivers help passengers from their door into the car to get to medical appointments. These developments chime well with Lyft's unique selling point as a friendlier and more environmentally aware ride-sharing app.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 14 rounds)
Jun 2018
$600m
LATE VC
Mar 2018
$200m
LATE VC
Total funding: $4.9bn
Company benefits
- Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Mental health benefits
- In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have unlimited paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off
- 401(k) plan to help save for your future
- 18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Lyft Pink - Lyft team members get an exclusive opportunity to test new benefits of our Ridership Program
- Family building benefits
- Lyft Pink - Lyft team members get an exclusive opportunity to test new benefits of our Ridership Program
Company HQ
China Basin, San Francisco, CA
Articles
Leadership
John Zimmer
(Co-Founder)Originally an Analyst at Lehman Brothers, Zimmer then founded Zimride which was a private ridesharing company that pivoted into Lyft.
Logan Green
(Co-Founder)Founded Zimride, a private ridesharing company which later pivoted into Lyft.
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