Director of People Programs, Systems & Analytics

LaunchDarkly

. Design the vision, strategy, roadmap, governance, and operating rhythms for People programs, systems, analytics, and AI .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $129,900 - $210,210 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in People Operations, focusing on the design and optimization of People programs, systems, and analytics. Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and implement AI-enablement strategies within HR functions.

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15+ Years Experience In People OperationsLeadership In People Programs And SystemsHRIS And Talent Systems OptimizationData Analytics And Reporting Tools DevelopmentAI-Enablement For Human Resources

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Hard Skills

People Programs DesignPeople Systems ManagementData AnalyticsProject ManagementHR Technology OptimizationChange ManagementIntegration Across HR SystemsEmployee Lifecycle ProgramsGovernance And Data QualityDashboarding Tools

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingCommunicationPrioritizationChange Leadership

Tools & Technologies

HR Technology StackAnalytics ToolsReporting ToolsSelf-Service InsightsAI Tools

Industry Keywords

People OperationsHuman ResourcesEmployee ProgramsWorkforce DataCross-Functional Partnerships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design the vision, strategy, roadmap, governance, and operating rhythms for People programs, systems, analytics, and AI
Manage organization-wide deliverables including OKRs, annual deliverables, and key projects
Lead, coach, and develop a small, high-performing team
Optimize employee lifecycle programs and operating processes through the HR technology stack
Design and evolve an integrated, scalable, secure People technology ecosystem
Establish People data quality, definitions, governance, access, documentation, and stewardship standards
Build trusted reporting and self-service insights for People partners and business teams
Translate workforce data into executive-ready narratives and practical recommendations
Define and govern responsible AI use cases for the People function
Partner with Legal, Security, IT, People Operations, functional partners, and subject-matter experts
Lead change management for systems, programs, policies, and processes
Manage vendors, dependencies, tradeoffs, value, risk, and long-term scalability
Report to the Senior Director, People Operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of experience in People Operations, including 5 years leadership across People Programs, People Systems, People Analytics, or a similarly complex function
Experience selecting and optimizing HRIS and Talent systems at small and medium- to large-sized companies
Track record of organization-wide project and program management, designing operating models, building roadmaps, and delivering cross-functional programs at scale
Implementation and development of comprehensive data analytics, reporting, and dashboarding tools for Human Resources and Talent organizations
Knowledge and experience in AI-enablement for Human Resources and Talent functions
Experience managing and developing a team and building strong cross-functional partnerships
Experience designing, managing, or improving integrations across HR systems and connected People tools
Strong understanding of People systems, processes, data, and employee programs
Experience improving HR technology, data quality, reporting, analytics, automation, or self-service decision support
Practical experience evaluating or advancing AI use cases, with sound judgment around sensitive employee data, privacy, governance, accuracy, and human oversight
Excellent written communication, prioritization, program management, and change leadership skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

15% Bonus Target
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Mental health benefits