This role is designed for a seasoned compensation leader with at least 10 years of experience, specifically within the high-growth technology sector. The ideal
Work type: hybrid
Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Salary: $151,000 – $190,000/yr
Type: Full-time
This role is designed for a seasoned compensation leader with at least 10 years of experience, specifically within the high-growth technology sector. The ideal candidate has spent 3–5 years in leadership, managing teams and influencing executive stakeholders. You should be equally comfortable getting into the technical weeds of equity administration and zooming out to shape long-term compensation philosophy for a publicly traded company. The compensation package is highly competitive, featuring an annual base salary of **$151,000 - $190,000**, plus eligibility for **RSUs and discretionary bonuses**. CarGurus offers a premium hybrid work culture in Boston with standout perks like daily free lunch, commuting cost coverage, and a new car discount. This is a strategic opportunity to lead a team and own enterprise-wide pay structures during a period of organizational evolution. **You might be a good fit if you:** * Have deep expertise in broad-based pay, executive compensation, and equity plan administration. * Are a "data storyteller" who can translate complex market analytics into actionable recommendations for the Board and HR leadership. * Have experience navigating the compliance of a NASDAQ-listed company. * Prefer a hybrid environment that balances remote work with in-person collaboration in Boston.
Who we are
At CarGurus (NASDAQ: CARG), our mission is to give people the power to reach their destination. We started as a small team of developers determined to bring trust and transparency to car shopping. Since then, our history of innovation and go-to-market acceleration has driven industry-leading growth. In fact, we’re the largest and fastest-growing automotive marketplace, and we’ve been profitable for over 15 years.
What we do
The market is evolving, and we are too, moving the entire automotive journey online and guiding our customers through every step. That includes everything from the sale of an old car to the financing, purchase, and delivery of a new one. Today, tens of millions of consumers visit CarGurus.com each month, and ~30,000 dealerships use our products. But they're not the only ones who love CarGurus—our employees do, too. We have a people-first culture that fosters kindness, collaboration, and innovation, and empowers our Gurus with tools to fuel their career growth. Disrupting a trillion-dollar industry requires fresh and diverse perspectives. Come join us for the ride!
Role overview
We are seeking a Senior Manager of Compensation to elevate and scale our compensation programs. This leader will shape and operationalize our compensation strategy, ensuring our philosophy, programs, and practices are competitive, equitable, compliant, and aligned with our business strategy and organizational goals.
The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strategic influence—someone who can guide the business through complex compensation decisions while leading a small team of compensation professionals with enterprise responsibility for base pay, short-term incentives, and equity/long-term incentive programs.
What you'll do
### Compensation Strategy & Program Leadership
Individual pay within this range is determined by work location and other factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
This annual base salary forms part of a comprehensive Total Rewards Package. In addition to benefits, this role may qualify for discretionary bonuses/incentives and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
Position Pay Range
$151,000—$190,000 USD
Working at CarGurus
We reward our Gurus’ curiosity and passion with best-in-class benefits and compensation, including equity for all employees, both when they start and as they continue to grow with us. Our career development and corporate giving programs, as well as our employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities, help people build connections while making an impact in personally meaningful ways. A flexible hybrid model and robust time off policies encourage work-life balance and individual well-being. Thoughtful perks like daily free lunch, a new car discount, meditation and fitness apps, commuting cost coverage, and more help our people create space for what matters most in their personal and professional lives.
We welcome all
CarGurus strives to be a place to which people can bring the ultimate expression of themselves and their potential—starting with our hiring process. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. We foster an inclusive environment that values people for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. That’s why we hope you’ll apply even if you don’t check every box listed in the job description. We also encourage you to tell your recruiter if you require accommodations to participate in our hiring process due to a disability so we can provide the appropriate support. We want to know what only you can bring to CarGurus. #LI-Hybrid