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Pholio

Head of Design

San Jose, CA · On-site

San Francisco, 4 days per week onsite Compensation: $320,000-$400,000 base salary plus equity Level: Head of Design. This could fit an existing Head or VP of Design, a Design Director ready for more ...

Wonderschool

Head of Engineering

San Francisco, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • PTO

The Head of Engineering is responsible for building the high-performing engineering organization ... Someone who is comfortable being hands-on when needed Compensation and Benefits Compensation is ...

Pholio

Head of Design

Hayward, CA · On-site

San Francisco, 4 days per week onsite Compensation: $320,000-$400,000 base salary plus equity Level: Head of Design. This could fit an existing Head or VP of Design, a Design Director ready for more ...

Pholio

Head of Design

Sonoma, CA · On-site

San Francisco, 4 days per week onsite Compensation: $320,000-$400,000 base salary plus equity Level: Head of Design. This could fit an existing Head or VP of Design, a Design Director ready for more ...

Tabs

Head of PeopleOps

New York, NY · On-site

$190K - $250K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Support annual compensation reviews, headcount planning, and people analytics. * Ensure clear ... Prior experience as a Head of, Director, or Senior Manager, or VP of People in a high-growth SaaS ...

LHi Group Ltd

Head of Engineering

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$250K - $500K/yr

Head of Engineering | AI Infrastructure Startup I'm working with a rapidly growing AI ... Compensation & Location: Base Salary: $250K-$500K Meaningful equity San Francisco (onsite) High ...

Gap, Inc.

Head of Total Rewards

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$330K - $380K/yr

About the Role We're looking for a strategic and hands-on Head of Total Rewards to join the HR ... Oversee company-wide compensation frameworks, including job architecture, salary bands, merit ...

Redwood Resources

Head Of People

Culver City, CA

$220K/yr

Head of People The Head of People is a member of the Executive Leadership Team and is responsible ... Design competitive compensation programs aligned with market benchmarks. * Manage annual ...

Starpath Robotics

Head of Talent

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$170 - $260/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Head of Talent Position Details Location: Los Angeles (Hawthorne), CA Employment Type: Full-time ... Competitive salary plus equity package; compensation scales with candidate experience * PTO ...

Starpath

Head of Talent

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$140K - $200K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Head of Talent Position Details Location: Los Angeles (Hawthorne), CA Employment Type: Full-time ... Competitive salary plus equity package; compensation scales with candidate experience * PTO ...

Starpath Robotics Inc.

Head of Talent

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$180 - $240/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Head of Talent Position Details Location: Los Angeles (Hawthorne), CA Employment Type: Full-time ... Competitive salary plus equity package; compensation scales with candidate experience * PTO ...

Lawrence Harvey

Head of Engineering

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$300K - $400K/yr

Head of Engineering | AI Infrastructure Startup I'm working with a rapidly growing AI ... Compensation & Location: • Base Salary: $250K-$500K • Meaningful equity • San Francisco ...

BrightView

Head of Total Rewards

Blue Bell, PA · On-site

$119K - $163K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Head of Total Rewards Reports to: Chief Human Resources Officer Office Location: Blue Bell, PA (on ... Executive Compensation & Board Support * Spearhead executive compensation programs, including ...

BrightView Landscapes

Head of Total Rewards

Blue Bell, PA

$119K - $163K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Head of Total Rewards Reports to: Chief Human Resources Officer Office Location: Blue Bell, PA (on ... Executive Compensation & Board Support * Spearhead executive compensation programs, including ...

Socket.dev

Head of Talent

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$180 - $240/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Head of TalentPosition Details Location: Los Angeles (Hawthorne), CA Employment Type: Full-time ... Competitive salary plus equity package; compensation scales with candidate experience * PTO ...

Prime Intellect

Head of Talent

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Head of Talent Own Your Intelligence Prime Intellect is building the open superintelligence stack ... Partner with finance and the founders on compensation philosophy, leveling, and equity strategy as ...

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JRG Partners

Head of Engineering

Cleveland, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Head of Engineering Company Overview: Our client is a leading player in the aerospace manufacturing ... Compensation and Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Capital Bank

Head of Total Rewards

Rockville, MD · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Position Purpose The Head of Compensation & Total Rewards is responsible for designing, implementing, and leading the organization's overall compensation and total rewards strategy. This role ensures ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for head of compensation in the United States is $159,999.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $150,000.00 and $170,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by a head of compensation when designing and implementing pay structures across a global organization?

A Head of Compensation often encounters challenges such as balancing internal pay equity with external market competitiveness, navigating diverse legal and regulatory requirements across different countries, and aligning compensation strategies with organizational goals. Managing communication and change management during the rollout of new pay structures is also vital to ensure employee buy-in and understanding. Additionally, collaborating with HR, finance, and executive leadership teams is crucial to ensure that compensation programs support talent acquisition, retention, and overall business objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a head of compensation?

To thrive as a Head of Compensation, you need expertise in compensation strategy, analytics, and a strong understanding of market trends, typically supported by a degree in human resources, business, or related fields. Familiarity with HRIS systems, advanced Excel, compensation management software, and certifications like CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) are commonly required. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills set outstanding professionals apart in this role. These skills ensure compensation programs are competitive, equitable, and aligned with organizational goals, supporting talent acquisition and retention.

What does a head of compensation do?

A Head of Compensation is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing an organization's compensation programs and policies. This includes overseeing salary structures, incentive plans, bonuses, and benefits to ensure they are competitive and aligned with business objectives. They analyze market trends, ensure compliance with legal regulations, and work closely with senior leadership and HR teams to support talent attraction and retention. Their goal is to maintain internal equity and external competitiveness in employee compensation.
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Head of Design

Pholio

San Jose, CA • On-site

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Posted 27 days ago

Job description

HEAD OF DESIGN, SERIES B

Location: San Francisco, 4 days per week onsite

Compensation: $320,000–$400,000 base salary plus equity

Level: Head of Design. This could fit an existing Head or VP of Design, a Design Director ready for more ownership, or a Staff or Principal designer already operating at that level.


Pholio is working with a Series B AI company to hire its Head of Design. They’re building an agent workspace for GTM teams. The product is growing, the team is growing, and they need one person who can own design across the company.


This is a hands-on role. You’ll lead a small team, but you’ll still be expected to design, prototype, critique work, and get into the details. The product is complex. It combines AI, dense workflows, and a lot of daily use. The job is to make that complexity feel clear and useful.


WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • You’ll set the design direction for the product and work closely with the founders, product, and engineering.
  • You’ll still be in the work yourself. That means designing and prototyping important workflows, reviewing the details, helping shape the roadmap, and improving the quality and consistency of the product.
  • You’ll also build the design team, hire and manage strong designers, and make design a more important part of how the company makes product decisions.


THE PROFILE

  • You should have at least eight years of product design experience and have led a team or owned a meaningful part of a design function.
  • Experience with complex B2B, enterprise, workflow, or technical products. And a track record of making difficult products easier to understand and use.
  • You should be comfortable working directly with founders and engineers and still want to do hands-on design work. Experience hiring, mentoring, or developing other designers is important.
  • The company is looking for someone with high agency, low ego, and comfort working in an environment that does not come with much structure.

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