Principal HR Business Partner at Upwork

This is a high-impact, executive-facing role for a veteran HR professional who excels in technical environments. The ideal candidate has extensive experience partnering with C-suite leaders (COO/CTO) and understands the nuances of managing both full-time employees and large-scale contingent workforces. You should be someone who can pivot seamlessly between high-level organizational design and the "roll-up-your-sleeves" tactical execution required in a fast-paced tech company. The compensation is highly competitive, offering a base salary up to $346,000 plus bonuses and equity. While Upwork is famous for remote work, this specific "Principal" role is a hybrid position requiring you to be onsite in Palo Alto three days a week. You will have a direct hand in shaping the future of work by integrating AI tools into workforce planning and people analytics. **You might be a good fit if you:** * Have a proven track record supporting technical (Engineering) and operational (Legal, Trust & Safety) organizations. * Are comfortable navigating the complexities of global, distributed teams and diverse employment models. * Use AI-driven insights to solve organizational health issues and drive data-backed talent strategies. * Thrive in high-visibility roles where you act as both an executive coach and a change management lead.