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Teamwork makes the stream work.

Roku is changing how the world watches TV

Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the US, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.

From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.

About the role

Roku is in growth mode, and we are investing in building out a world-class People organization. As part of that effort, we are looking to hire a Director, People Business Partner to serve as one of the key strategic people advisors for Roku’s Engineering teams. This role will partner with senior management while providing direct support to front line managers and employees seeking guidance on a diverse range of topics. The successful candidate will deliver a full spectrum of People team deliverables that align with the businesses' strategic goals. The Director, PBP will be viewed as a leader and expert in all functional areas of Human Resources with an emphasis on performance management, employee relations, change management and organizational development. Partner with leaders across the People team to align People related deliverables with business strategy.

For California Only - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $240,000 and $250,000 annually.

Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location.
This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.

What you’ll be doing

Bring best practice and external perspectives to strategic and operational business discussions and people management decision-making
Accountable for the relationship with senior Engineering leaders; organizes the delivery and implementation of core People team programs and processes
Coach leaders on people-related matters and support the resolution of complex people and employee relations issues
Provide guidance and support on the people strategy across Engineering in collaboration with colleagues across the People team
Provide proactive and strategic guidance and support for organizational planning and development initiatives that align the People team strategy in support of key business strategies and initiatives in client groups
Influence leaders to take more accountability for talent and leadership development and to model desired behaviors
Partner with leaders in creating a culture and work environment that supports the business strategy, encourages employee engagement, and inspires performance excellence
Diagnose opportunities to improve the performance of the organization utilizing tools to measure organization effectiveness (e.g. 360 feedback, employee insights) as well as awareness of the pulse of the organization
Consult with various business leaders on enabling team effectiveness, and partner with other People Business Partners on implementing impactful solutions
Work in close partnership with the overall People Team including the Talent Acquisition organization to ensure overall alignment and execution of the workforce plan
Translate workforce needs into short and long-term development plans; work within the People team and the business to ensure execution against the plans and achievement of desired outcomes
Provide change management strategy aimed at supporting the organization; customizing the strategy as appropriate to meet business needs
Advise leaders on guiding their teams through organizational change

We're excited if you have

Minimum of 10 years relevant HR Business Partner experience, specifically supporting engineering and product teams in media or high-tech environments
Experience supporting clients working in content creation and content production is a must have
Considerable experience working with senior leaders, leading teams, and working in complex matrix organizations
Ability to function well in ambiguous situations and unstructured environments, recognizing when it is appropriate to introduce more structure and process without derailing the current output
Displays integrity and ethics in handling confidential information
Shows expert analysis of data
Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy to resolve sensitive HR issues
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Coaching, influencing, problem solving, and facilitation skills are critical
Excellent judgment is a must
Demonstrated success in developing innovative solutions to solve business issues
Experience in growing global business and positive reputation for working effectively across levels of an organization
This role will be based in Austin, Texas or San Jose, California with a need to travel between additional office locations periodically
Occasional international travel as needed

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The Roku Culture

Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We’re independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV.

We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.

To learn more about Roku, our global footprint, and how we've grown, visit https://www.weareroku.com/factsheet.

By Roku

Roku is a leading global tech company founded by Anthony Wood in 2002 that specializes in distributing streaming services via Roku-branded players and smart TVs. Roku tops US streaming TV distribution, reaching about 120 million people as of 2024.

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