Joby Aviation · 4 hours ago
People Analytics Lead
Santa Cruz, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$165K/yr - $227K/yr
8+ years expJoby Aviation is working to make the dream of a piloted air taxi a reality and is now scaling manufacturing for the launch of their commercial service. They are seeking a People Analytics Lead to influence talent and people strategy through data-informed decision-making while leading a team of analytics professionals. This role involves building predictive models, developing BI infrastructure, and serving as a trusted advisor to senior leaders.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Serve as thought leader and trusted advisor to senior leaders, influencing strategic talent decisions on workforce planning, retention, and organizational effectiveness
Build and execute predictive models for turnover risk, performance prediction, engagement forecasting, and talent pipeline analytics
Lead advanced analytics projects, such as compensation equity analysis, workforce planning scenarios, and more
Lead cross-functional initiatives and build coalitions across Recruiting, Compensation, People Systems, and business units to drive data-informed practices
Manage and develop a team across the US, developing team members into technical experts and future leaders
Establish analytics function standards, policies, and governance frameworks ensuring methodological rigor and data security
Oversee migration of people data into cloud data platform and guide development of self-service dashboard ecosystem
Evaluate and implement AI tools for People Team processes and build automation for analytics workflows
Conduct strategic people research using survey, performance, and organizational data to inform broad decision-making
Partner with People Systems team on data architecture and integrations across HRIS, performance management, and applicant tracking systems
Mentor emerging leaders in other People functions on data-driven decision-making
Qualification
Required
8+ years experience in people analytics, data science, I-O psychology, or related fields with demonstrated progression of responsibility and impact
3+ years people management experience leading technical teams with track record developing high performers
Master's degree in I-O Psychology, Statistics, Data Science, or related quantitative field
Advanced statistical modeling/expertise using Python and/or R
Strong SQL skills and experience with cloud data platforms (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake, AWS Redshift)
Proficiency with business intelligence and data visualization tools
Deep expertise in People metrics, survey methodology, and people research design
Experience building predictive models in HR contexts that drive business decisions
Proven ability to influence senior executives and translate complex analytics into strategic recommendations
Demonstrated success managing complex data infrastructure projects and establishing function-level standards
Preferred
Experience implementing AI/ML solutions in HR or analytics workflows
Background in compensation analysis, pay equity studies, and workforce planning
Track record building analytics functions from early stages through scale
Recognized thought leader with publications, conference presentations, or industry contributions
Experience navigating fragmented data systems and building coalitions across organizational boundaries
Familiarity with aerospace, manufacturing, or high-growth technology environments
Experience leading analytics for global or distributed workforces across multiple locations
Benefits
Paid time off
Healthcare benefits
A 401(k) plan with a company match
An employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
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Company
Joby Aviation
Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.02BKey Investors
Toyota MotorGovernor’s Office of Business & Economic DevelopmentBaillie Gifford
2025-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $591M
2025-05-27Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2024-10-24Post Ipo Equity· $202M
Leadership Team
Eric Allison
Chief Product Officer
Gregory Bowles
Chief Policy Officer
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