Senior People Business Partner, Engineering

A home is the biggest investment most people make, and yet, it doesn’t come with a manual. That's why we’re building the only app homeowners need to effortlessly manage their homes —  knowing what to do, when to do it, and who to hire. With Thumbtack, millions of people care for what matters most, and pros earn billions of dollars through our platform. And as one of the fastest-growing companies in a $600B+ industry — we must be doing something right. 

We are driven by a common goal and the deep satisfaction that comes from knowing our work supports local economies, helps small businesses grow, and brings homeowners peace of mind. We’re seeking people who continually put our purpose first: advocating for pros and customers, embracing change, and choosing teamwork every day.

At Thumbtack, we're creating a new era of home care. If making an impact and the chance to do good inspires you, join us. Imagine what we’ll build together. 

Thumbtack by the Numbers

• Available nationwide in every U.S. county
• Over 85 million projects started on Thumbtack
• More than 11 million 5-star reviews and counting
• Pros earn billions on our platform
• 1000+ employees 
• $3.2 billion valuation (June, 2021) 

Prefer watching over reading? Check out this quick video from our VP, HR on what we’re looking for.

About the People Team

The People Team’s vision is to power the success of the business through the success of our people. We strive to build a top place to work through our values-driven culture and virtual-first working model, to enable Thumbtack’s success with our high-impact team and to prepare for the future by building scalable infrastructure. Join us to be part of an impact-oriented team that believes in the power of its people and actively fosters an environment where you can learn and grow, while building the future.

About the Role

Are you ready to join a collaborative team of HRBPs who are redefining what it means to drive people success? We are seeking a Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) to join our growing team. This individual will partner closely with leaders in our Engineering organization and other technical teams to drive people strategies that align with business goals. As a strategic and operational partner, the Senior HRBP will play a key role in fostering high-performing, healthy, inclusive, and engaged teams. We are looking for an experienced HR professional who can navigate complex organizational dynamics, build trusted relationships, and deliver impactful people solutions.

In this role, you’ll serve as a thought partner to Engineering leaders, helping to identify and address talent priorities while providing day-to-day support in areas like employee relations, organizational design, and performance management. Success in this role requires strong business acumen, deep HR expertise, and the ability to build trusting relationships and influence effectively.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Partnership: Build strong, trusted relationships with Engineering leaders, partnering to align people strategies with business objectives.
• Drive Initiatives and Programs: Support and deploy our People programs, including performance management, career architecture, talent management, and learning and development to help build and retain a high-performing Engineering team.
• Employee Relations: Provide guidance and hands-on support in managing complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair outcomes while mitigating risk.
• Organizational Design & Workforce Planning: Partner with leaders to assess team structures, design optimal organizational models, and plan for future workforce needs.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making: Leverage people data and insights to diagnose challenges, measure progress, and make informed decisions.
• Change Management: Support teams through organizational change initiatives, fostering resilience and clarity during transitions.
• Collaboration Across People Teams: Work closely with colleagues in teams like Recruiting, People Ops, Compensation, Learning & Development to deliver integrated solutions that enhance the employee experience.

What you’ll need

• 8+ years of HRBP related experience.
• Proven history supporting Engineering or technical teams in an HRBP capacity (this is a requirement—please apply only if you have specific experience in this area).
• Strong experience in employee relations, performance management, and organizational design.
• Proven ability to influence and build trusted relationships at all levels of an organization.
• Excellent problem-solving and strategic thinking skills, with a data-driven approach.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with data analysis and using insights to inform decision-making.
• Adaptability and resilience in fast-paced, ever-changing environments.

Bonus points if you have

• Experience in a fast-growth technology company.
• Familiarity with remote-first or hybrid work models.
• Knowledge of compensation practices and workforce planning for global teams.

Thumbtack is a virtual-first company, meaning you can live and work from any one of our approved locations across the United States, Canada or the Philippines.* Learn more about our virtual-first working model here.

For candidates living in San Francisco / Bay Area, San Jose, New York City, or Seattle metros, the expected salary range for the role is currently $144,500.00 - $195,500.00.

For candidates living in Austin, TX or Washington DC metros or in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, or Washington states, the expected salary range for the role is currently $130,100.00 - $176,000.00.

For candidates living in all other US locations, the expected salary range for this role is currently $122,800.00 - $166,200.00. Actual offered salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as calibrated job level, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

#LI-Remote

• Virtual-first working model coupled with in-person events
• 20 company-wide holidays including a week-long end-of-year company shutdown
• Library (optional use collaboration & connection hub) in San Francisco
• WiFi reimbursements 
• Cell phone reimbursements (North America) 
• Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being 

Learn More About Us

• Life @ Thumbtack Blog
• Virtual-First is Here to Stay  
• Follow us on LinkedIn
• Meet Our Pro Advisory Board 

Thumbtack embraces diversity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, state, or local law. We also will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, consistent with applicable law. 

Thumbtack is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability during any part of the application process, please contact: recruitingops@thumbtack.com. 

If you are a California resident, please review information regarding your rights under California privacy laws contained in Thumbtack’s Privacy policy available at https://www.thumbtack.com/privacy/ .