HR Lead

HyperLight is at the forefront of the commercialization of thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) integrated photonics - a material and process technology that is enabling high-performance, scalable optical components across AI/datacom infrastructure, hyperscale computing, quantum computing, sensing, and beyond. Founded in 2018 and backed by leading venture capital, we've built a team and a platform focused on real-world mass deployment of TFLN photonics technology.

At the core of our work is the TFLN Chiplet™ platform — a modular, integrated architecture designed for scalability, manufacturability, and seamless integration into complex systems. It offers a rare combination of extraordinary performance and industrial readiness, enabling system developers across applications to deploy the technology fast and ready. We partner with our customers and suppliers from conceptualization, design, and prototyping phases, all the way through mass production to ensure smooth and rapid deployment of TFLN photonic technology.

We believe our platform is the key, in the golden age of integrated photonics industry, to empower humanity to the next level. We assembled a world class team covering engineering, business and operations. We believe in the power of integrity, innovation, collaboration and pragmatic solutions. Our diverse team thrives on challenges and is united by a shared commitment to excellence. We take pride in tackling complex challenges with curiosity, humility, and a deep sense of care for one another.

As we continue to expand, we are searching for a HR Lead to join our team. In this role, you will be vital in scaling our team and supporting company growth. Join us to make a real-world impact in a fast-paced, collaborative and high-growth environment!

Responsibilities:

• Lead recruiting operations: create and manage recruiting content and job descriptions, scheduling, pipeline tracking, and interview coordination, including on platforms such as Trinet, Workable, and LinkedIn
• Drive fast, organized hiring cycles, including setting and tracking KPIs, screening candidates, and improving processes
• Build long-term talent pipelines through sourcing, university outreach, events, referrals, and intern program
• Manage onboarding, offer letters, HR documentation, and employee recordkeeping
• Execute on compensation benchmarking, role and leveling framework and criteria, and workforce planning
• Manage background checks, employee leaves, offboarding, and immigration paperwork (with support from legal); support compliance initiatives
• Maintain and scale HR systems (currently TriNet) and policies; resolve employee questions
• Lead people operations and employee experience to support a positive, cohesive culture, including development of employee retention initiatives and oversight of company events

Requirements

• 4+ years of HR, recruiting, or people operations experience (startup or hardware preferred)
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills
• High ownership, comfort with ambiguity, and ability to build structure in a fast-moving environment
• Experience with ATS/HRIS systems and willingness to manage both tactical work and long-term strategy
• A people-first mindset with attention to detail in sensitive HR processes

Benefits

• Competitive market-based compensation
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, vision, and dental plans for individuals and families
• 401(k) retirement plans with employee matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Commuter benefits and subsidies
• Professional growth and mentorship opportunities

Authorization to work in the US is required. This position is onsite at HyperLight HQ.

HyperLight is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.