Job description
Solar power is the largest source of new energy in the world. Raptor Maps is a fast-growing, venture-backed, MIT-born climate tech startup that is building software to enable the solar energy industry to scale. We have the leading platform for remotely managed solar operations, and our mission is to make solar asset management and O&M dramatically simpler through better data, automation, and the integration of robotics. We serve tens of thousands of solar sites around the world with a dedicated and passionate team committed to having impact through work and advancing the renewable energy economy.
Our mission is groundbreaking, and we need great people to make it happen. Join us in building the digital backbone of a stronger, more scalable solar industry! ☀️
We’re Hiring: Head of People
We’re seeking a strategic, empathetic, and values-aligned Head of People to lead the next chapter of our growth. You will be the connective tissue between leadership and the broader team, owning the strategic direction of our People function—from organizational design and leadership development to culture building and business alignment. You’ll operate as a player-coach: ready to dive into details when needed while helping teams maintain strategic clarity and execution. This role is ideal for HR leaders eager to both shape big-picture initiatives and roll up their sleeves.
What You Will Do
- Strategic HR Partnership. Own and lead the People strategy to support business goals, while partnering with People Operations and leadership teams on org planning, team health, and scaling effectively.
- People Metrics & Reporting. Own key people analytics, including engagement surveys, organizational health metrics, and reporting to senior leaders and the Board, using data to inform strategy and track progress over time.
- Culture, Values & Employee Experience. Champion our values and culture by designing programs that foster belonging, trust, and recognition, while leading engagement initiatives like feedback, DEIB, and key employee experience moments in a remote-friendly environment in partnership with People Operations team.
- Talent Development. Own performance and development frameworks that empower every Raptor to grow, and lead impactful Learning & Development initiatives across the company.
- Leadership Growth. Provide expert coaching to senior leaders and managers to enhance leadership capabilities, drive change management efforts to support organizational growth, and advise managers on team health, development, and effectiveness.
- People Insights. Stay attuned to team sentiment, market trends, and evolving best practices to inform strategy and keep Raptor Maps ahead of the curve.
- Total Rewards Strategy. Lead and refine our compensation, benefits, and total rewards programs to ensure they are fair, competitive, and support the needs of a growing, remote-friendly team.
- Recruiting & Retention. Partner with the leadership and Talent teams to strengthen recruiting and hiring efforts, and implement strategies that support the retention of top talent aligned with our values and mission.
What You Will Bring
- People-Centric & Business-Savvy: You bring heart and head to HR. You deeply care about people and culture, and you understand how to align People strategy with business goals.
- High EQ & Leadership Maturity: You lead with empathy and clarity, and others naturally turn to you for guidance and support.
- Visionary & Pragmatic: You can see the big picture but know how to make progress in steps. You’re energized by shaping the future and making it real.
- Culture Carrier: You live and breathe values like transparency, integrity, curiosity, and inclusion—and you know how to help others do the same.
- Collaborative by Nature: You build strong relationships across functions and levels, and you know when to lead, when to partner, and when to listen.
- Startup Savvy: You’re comfortable with ambiguity, fast-paced environments, and rapid iteration. Bonus if you’ve built or scaled People functions in a venture-backed post-Series B/C stage startup before.
- Exposure to remote-first or distributed teams.
- SHRM or HRCI certification.
- Ideally primarily located in Boston and be in office at Greentown Labs 3x per week
- Must be authorized to work in the US
All Raptor Maps Team Members Have 🚀
✔️ Complete ownership and accountability over their role and success in the team.
✔️ Transparency into the operations of the rest of the company and are expected to be transparent and communicate honestly and effectively.
✔️ A sense of urgency. We are tackling a global problem, working in a fast-paced industry, and building a once in a lifetime company at Raptor Maps.
Benefits 🎉
- Remote-first working model (free to work anywhere in lower 48 states unless otherwise noted for role)
- Competitive compensation including equity package
- Paid travel for in-person off sites and team get togethers (quarterly)
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
- Unlimited paid time off (that we encourage you to use!)
- 401(k) with multiple low-fee options
- Desk budget
- Monthly Lunch & Learns plus plenty of DoorDash credit
- Amazing team members that tend to love memes, pets, solar, and being active
Our Values 🧡
Be Ready to Ride. Raptors are fiercely collaborative and driven by a shared vision: audacious impact. We go the extra mile. We don’t shy away from hard work; we embrace it. Be ready for any opportunity that comes your way, and seize it! We do the needful for each other and our customers, no matter what.
Show, Don’t Tell. Raptors utilize data as our bedrock and build from first principles. We challenge the status quo by continuing to test, learn, and iterate. Because of this we default to action over agonizing. We love new ideas and encourage every Raptor to showcase their data-backed hypothesis.
Build Something Customers Need. We relentlessly build what matters most — game-changing products that deliver high-impact value to our customers. We’re built for action. We take customer needs (which implies they can’t live without) and translate them into solutions that accelerate their success. When our customers scale, Raptor Maps scales.
Be Resourceful. Raptors actively break down barriers, unlock creative problem solving, and thrive in the fast lane. While we plan for the long-term, Raptor Maps works on the hours and days timescale. Utilizing an “explore every option” mindset to solve problems is part of our DNA and maintains our startup edge in a rapidly changing world. We choose to be efficient and resourceful which enables out of the box thinking.
Be Direct, Be Kind. Raptors value the single source of truth both in our product and our day-to-day work. We default to giving explanations for changes and to sharing knowledge in public forums. Choosing to speak up while being mindful of people with a different background than you, is valued and appreciated. Do what is right for the customers and for each other. Mistakes happen, we are all learning together.
Appreciate the Planet. Raptors embrace our role as pioneers in the solar revolution. Our passion extends beyond modules and megawatts. We are working to protect the world for now and for future generations. We crave sunshine, and prioritize being active adventurers of the planet because we know there is no Planet B.
There’s no such thing as a ‘perfect’ candidate. However you identify, and whatever your background, we encourage you to apply if you’re excited about this role and the future of solar.
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