Sr People Business Partner
at Kentik
Remote
Who we are
Kentik is the network intelligence platform for modern infrastructure teams. Unlike traditional monitoring and observability tools, we demystify complex network operations, enabling organizations to deliver applications and innovation at scale. Built by network experts to make critical insight accessible to every engineer, Kentik is the real-time source of truth that understands every network in context — from data center to cloud to the internet. This single platform unifies and correlates cloud, device, flow, and synthetic data to turn telemetry into action. Market leaders like Akamai, Booking.com, Dropbox, and Zoom rely on Kentik to run, manage, and optimize their networks.
What we do
This role blends strategic business partnership with project leadership, ensuring Kentik People programs and practices enable the business to scale and foster a high-performance culture. You will serve as a visible ambassador of the People function and help influence our collective reputation as a trusted and forward-thinking partner to the business.
What you'll do
- Partner closely with senior leaders to provide thought leadership and strategic People and HR consultation, aligning people strategies with business objectives
- Lead cross-functional People initiatives and programs from concept to execution (e.g., org design, engagement, performance, workforce planning), ensuring delivery on time and within scope
- Drive change management and organizational development efforts that increase agility, efficiency, and effectiveness across teams
- Act as a coach and advisor to leaders at all levels on team effectiveness, performance management, career development, and employee engagement
- Collaborate with People team counterparts to build and scale initiatives that support a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce
- Identify talent gaps, succession risks, and development opportunities; provide candid, data-informed insights to inform talent planning and org design
- Support and help shape the implementation of enterprise-wide programs (e.g., talent reviews, engagement surveys, competency frameworks), tailoring adoption for client groups
- Champion our culture and values, working as a cultural steward across leadership levels and business units
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the People function; proactively identify process enhancements and solutions to support organizational growth
- Remain flexible to support business-critical projects and ad hoc initiatives in a fast-paced SaaS environment.
What you'll bring
Studies have shown that some candidates tend to apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to apply if you meet most of the criteria - even if you don’t match all of the qualifications, your skills and experience could be valuable in this role!
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience as a strategic business partner or generalist, preferably within high-growth tech or SaaS environments
- Proven experience influencing and coaching senior leaders with confidence and credibility
- Demonstrated ability to drive complex, cross-functional HR programs with a project management mindset—balancing execution and strategic thinking
- Strong knowledge across core HR disciplines: employee relations, organizational design, performance management, leadership development, compensation, DEI, and workforce planning
- Adept at navigating ambiguity and adapting quickly to changing business needs
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities; data-driven and outcomes-focused
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills with an ability to flex style based on audience and context
- Comfortable operating independently while collaborating closely with internal stakeholders across multiple functions
The ideal candidate profile is a strategic, agile, and emotionally intelligent advisor who
- builds and maintains trusted relationships with leaders,
- drives cross-functional initiatives, and uses data to inform people strategies.
- collaborative, organized,
- change-oriented partner
- balances big-picture thinking with timely hands-on execution
What we offer
Kentik is a fully remote company that operates globally. We seek professionals that will help us thrive as an organization, and in turn, to broaden and enhance your career. We’re very thorough in the interview process to understand your skills and how they will relate to your successful growth here at Kentik. Our compensation philosophy encompasses a fair program for all in order to attract, engage and retain talented individuals who will drive our business and wow our customers.
The compensation range for this position is: $180,000 - $230,000. This range reflects the low and high end of the U.S. compensation range Kentik reasonably and generally expects to pay the hired candidate in this role. The actual compensation offered may be lower or higher than the stated range depending on various factors, including but not limited to:
- Experience with the skill sets required for success
- Demonstrated competencies and potential
- A geographic market-based approach
In addition to a great career opportunity, Kentik offers stellar benefits for our employees, which include:
- 100% of premiums are paid by company for health, vision and dental coverage for you and your dependents
- Additionally, an annual Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) of $3,000 for an individual or $4,500 for a family
- Paid family & medical leave
- Open PTO, a quarterly Wellness Day, and a minimum of 10 paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement account
- Home office reimbursement
- Stock options
Note: Benefits are as listed for all US full-time employees. For compensation, international applicants will be treated equitably in relation to the laws applicable within the countries in which we operate.
Come work with us
The true meaning of Kentik is visibility. We’re committed to making sure everyone feels empowered to use their voice, has a sense of belonging, and is represented at Kentik.
We don’t look for individuals who fit the culture, but those who will continue to add to the culture.
We encourage everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry: people of color, LGBTQI+ community, women, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), veterans, and people of any age or family status.
Kentik is committed to creating an inclusive interview process. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to recruiting@kentik.com.
Come as you are!
You will be working at a fast-growing, well-funded startup alongside industry thought leaders and network aficionados as we build the future of observability and set the high bar for how network operations and digital businesses should run. With a competitive salary and amazing benefits on top of the meaningful and challenging projects you’ll take on, we’re sure you’ll enjoy joining the Kentik team.
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