VP, Human Resources

What You Will Do Daily

• Work hand-in-hand with the CHRO on long-term organizational planning, impact of organizational changes on culture initiatives, and change management and development.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on HR strategy, risk management, and regulatory alignment.
• Drive enterprise-level initiatives that elevate performance, productivity, and employee experience.
• Oversee daily HR leadership teams across benefits, compensation, compliance, operational management, and employee relations.
• Modernize systems and processes by leveraging HRIS tools, data analytics, and continuous improvement practices.
• Build and evaluate HR dashboards, operational rigor and metrics to support strategic decision-making.
• Lead and mentor the HR department, ensuring the team is equipped, empowered, and continuously developing.
• Promote accountability, and steward a culture of inclusion and collaboration.
• Ensure HR policies remain compliant with evolving state and federal regulations.
• Partner with legal counsel on investigations, disputes, and sensitive employment matters.
• Maintain thorough, confidential documentation and audit-ready records.
• Support organizational redesign, change management, and cross-functional teamwork.
• Lead initiatives that reinforce communication, efficiency, and overall operational excellence.

The Experience You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s or JD highly preferred)
• Professional certifications such as SHRM-SCP, PHRi or SPHR strongly encouraged
• 10+ years in progressive HR leadership roles, including executive-level responsibilities
• Strong background in compliance, organizational development, employee relations, and global strategy
• High-growth, fast paced technology experience
• Deep understanding of employment law and HR best practices
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and relationship-building abilities
• Demonstrated success driving culture initiatives and leading engaged, high-performing teams
• Strategic mindset with the ability to forecast needs, manage risks, and influence outcomes

Why You Will Love It Here:

• Our culture and mission set us apart. We have a dynamic work culture that values respect and kindness and embraces the right to fail (and get right back up again!). 
• Great people make a great company. We value people skills as much as technical skills and strive to keep things friendly while still being passionate leaders in our domains. 
• We have a flexible work policy that includes 3 days in-office and 2 days work-from-home each week for those located near our office locations; some locations such as Dubai, India, Japan and Australia operate fully remotely.
• We have a growth mindset. We love learning and believe continuous education is critical to our success. In an ever-changing industry, new skills are necessary, and we're happy to help our team acquire them.
• As the leader in our field, our products and services are as strong as our internal team members.
• We embrace transparency with regular meetings, cascading messages and updates on the growth and success of our organization.

Benefits of Working With Sonar:

• Flexible comprehensive employee benefit package.
• We encourage usage of our robust time-off allocations. You will receive  25 days of PTO per calendar year (on a pro-rated basis depending on your employment start date), with additional time provided for wellness, life events and holidays.
• We offer an exciting 401(k) plan that has a 4% match, fully vested on day one of participation.
• Fully paid parking in the heart of downtown Austin, Texas.
• Global workforce with employees in 20+ countries representing 35+ unique nationalities.
• We have an annual kick-off somewhere in the world where we meet to build relationships and goals for the company.
• Monthly catered events, and team events