Senior People Business Partner

About Engine

At Engine, we’re transforming business travel into something personalized, rewarding, and simple. For too long, managing travel and spend has been overwhelming and fragmented — we’re here to change that. We believe the future of travel should be seamless and powered by technology that delights customers at every step. That’s why we’re building a platform that brings together corporate travel, a powerful charge card, and modern spend management in one place.

To make this vision real, we’re looking for exceptional, mission-driven people to help redefine how businesses manage and experience travel.

More than 20,000 companies already rely on Engine to support over 1 million travelers and billions in annual bookings each year. Cash flow positive with rapid growth, we pair exclusive Engine-only rates, industry-leading rewards, and intelligent automation to help businesses save money while delivering world-class personalization and convenience.

Backed by Telescope Partners, Blackstone, and Permira, Engine has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing travel and fintech platforms in North America, with honors including the Deloitte Fast 500 and Built In’s Best Places to Work.

About the Role

As the Sr. People Business Partner supporting our Product and Data teams, you’ll be a strategic thought partner and trusted advisor to senior leaders. You’ll play a critical role in shaping how we scale our tech org; driving people strategies that align with business objectives, supporting leaders as they grow high-performing teams, and fostering a culture of innovation during rapid growth. In this role you’ll leverage people data, influence key decisions, and directly impact the success of our product and data groups.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic People Leadership

• Partner closely with Product and Data leaders to understand their objectives, challenges, and evolving talent needs.

• Provide expert guidance and coaching on organizational design, change management, and leadership development within technical teams.

• Proactively identify talent gaps and help scale world-class Product and Data teams.

Data-Driven Insights & Analytics

• Use people analytics to identify trends across Product & Data, anticipate organizational issues, and inform strategic decisions.

• Present data-driven recommendations to senior tech leadership on org design, compensation, and career frameworks.
Collaborate with People Ops and Analytics to strengthen reporting and ensure data integrity.

Talent Management & Development

• Partner with People Enablement to design programs tailored for Product & Data talent; technical leadership development, career growth pathways, and internal mobility.

• Coach managers on performance management, feedback, and building inclusive, high-performing tech cultures.

• Support career frameworks specific to technical roles to drive retention and engagement.

Operational Excellence

• Lead execution of core People programs within Product & Data (performance reviews, compensation cycles, employee relations).

• Act as first-line support for managers and employees, resolving issues with a focus on maintaining a positive and productive tech culture.

• Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive HR/People Business Partner experience, preferably with at least 3 years supporting Tech organizations (Product, Engineering, Data, etc.) in high-growth environments.

• Experience supporting C-Suite team members.

• Proven expertise in organizational design, workforce planning, and change management within a rapidly evolving business context.

• Demonstrated ability to build strong, trusted relationships with senior leaders and influence outcomes without direct authority.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to navigate complex people issues and resolve issues quickly.

• Comfortable in a rapidly changing environment, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and pivot as needed.

• Familiarity with HRIS, performance management systems, and other HR-related tools. Experience with data analysis and reporting is a plus.

• Experience working in tech, SaaS, or start-up environments is highly preferred. A deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in a growing tech company is key.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or a related field. HR certification (e.g. SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus.

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Applications for this role will be accepted through March 30th, 2026 or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we may begin reviewing applications before the deadline.

Compensation
Our compensation packages are based on several factors, including your experience, expertise, and location. In addition to a competitive base salary, total compensation may include equity and/or variable pay (OTE). Your recruiter will share your complete compensation package as you move through the process.

Base Pay Range
$150,000—$210,000 USD

The Engine Edge: Perks & Compensation
We believe in rewarding great work with great benefits:

• Compensation: Competitive base pay tied to role and experience, with opportunities for bonuses, commissions, and equity.

• Benefits: Check out our full list at engine.com/culture.

• Environments for Success: Different roles have different needs in terms of the environments that drive success which is why we have a hybrid-hub model. Whether you are in one of our amazing offices or fully remote, we’ll make sure you have what you need to succeed.

Perks and benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and more.

Ready to Build the Future of Work Travel?
Join us on our mission to transform how work travel works—for businesses, for travelers, and for the industry. Apply now and let’s make travel simpler, smarter, and more enjoyable—together.