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Head of People Systems

Protingent • United State
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Design and own the technology infrastructure behind recruiting, HR operations, and workforce data. Define the long-term systems architecture supporting recruiting, HR operations, and workforce data. Build the systems infrastructure that supports a growing, world-class team.

Key Highlights
Define the People Systems Strategy
Build the People Systems Infrastructure
Drive the Systems Roadmap
Key Responsibilities
Define the long-term systems architecture supporting recruiting, HR operations, and workforce data
Assess current HR and recruiting systems and identify opportunities to improve automation, data quality, and operational efficiency
Design a scalable technology foundation for hiring, employee lifecycle management, and workforce analytics
Technical Skills Required
HR systems Recruiting systems Systems architecture
Benefits & Perks
Market Rate
Fully Remote
Direct Hire

Job Description


Job Description

Job Title: Head of People Systems

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct hire Head of People Systems with our client that is fully remote.

Job Description:

  • People systems are the foundation of how organizations hire, manage, and develop talent.
  • We are looking for a Head of People Systems who can design and own the technology infrastructure behind recruiting, HR operations, and workforce data.
  • This role sits at the intersection of People Operations and Engineering. It combines systems architecture thinking with a deep understanding of how modern organizations hire, operate, and scale.
  • You will design and build the systems infrastructure that supports a growing, world-class team, enabling scalable hiring, efficient operations, and reliable workforce data across the company.


Job Responsibilities:

  • Define the People Systems Strategy:
    • Define the long-term systems architecture supporting recruiting, HR operations, and workforce data
    • Assess current HR and recruiting systems and identify opportunities to improve automation, data quality, and operational efficiency
    • Design a scalable technology foundation for hiring, employee lifecycle management, and workforce analytics
    • Ensure people systems support rapid company growth and data-driven decision-making
  • Build the People Systems Infrastructure:
    • Design and implement systems supporting recruiting workflows, employee lifecycle management, and internal operations
    • Evaluate, integrate, and manage HR technology platforms and internal tools
    • Build reliable integrations across recruiting systems, HRIS, payroll, and internal data platforms
    • Ensure data quality, governance, privacy, and security across all People systems
  • Drive the Systems Roadmap:
    • Establish and maintain a clear roadmap for People systems and HR technology
    • Prioritize improvements that increase operational efficiency and data visibility
    • Partner closely with engineering teams to implement systems and integrations effectively
  • Partner with Leadership:
    • Work closely with People, Recruiting, Operations, and Engineering leaders
    • Ensure people systems support workforce planning, hiring velocity, and organisational growth
    • Improve employee experience through well-designed systems and processes
    • Help leadership make better decisions through reliable workforce data


Job Qualifications:

  • Strong experience with HR systems, recruiting systems, or internal operational platforms
  • Technical background: degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent hands-on technical experience. You can speak fluently with engineers about APIs, data models, system architecture, and integration patterns
  • Strong understanding of systems architecture, data pipelines, and integration patterns
  • Experience building or scaling people systems in a growing organisation is a plus
  • Ability to translate operational needs into effective systems


Job Details:

  • Job Type: Direct Hire
  • Pay Range: Market Rate
  • Location: Fully Remote.


About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

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