Baseten09.03.26
AI SCORE 8.5

Compensation Manager - Remote Opportunity at Baseten

$180K–$230K/year

About the Role

Join Baseten as a Compensation Manager in a remote capacity, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping our compensation philosophy and programs. As a key player in our mission to attract and retain top talent, you will ensure that our compensation strategies remain competitive and aligned with our values.

What You'll Do

  • Own and evolve Baseten’s company-wide compensation strategy, philosophy, and programs.
  • Collaborate with leadership and HRBP to create and evolve job architecture and leveling frameworks.
  • Build and maintain compensation bands through regular market benchmarking.
  • Partner closely with Talent to design competitive new hire offers and advise on negotiation strategies.
  • Lead bi-annual leveling and compensation review cycles to ensure market competitiveness.
  • Manage new hire equity grants in partnership with Finance and Legal.
  • Design and administer an equity refresher program for tenured employees.
  • Oversee annual bonus planning and payouts, ensuring alignment with company performance.
  • Optimize compensation tooling to ensure data integrity and operational efficiency.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in compensation or total rewards, ideally within high-growth technology companies.
  • Deep expertise in equity compensation, including stock options and RSUs.
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets.
  • Proven experience in designing salary bands and variable compensation programs.
  • Exceptional communication skills to articulate compensation philosophy.

Nice to Have

  • Experience building and leading a team.
  • Experience owning benefits strategy and evaluating vendors.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation, including meaningful equity.
  • 100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
  • Generous PTO policy including company-wide Winter Break.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Company-facilitated 401(k).
  • Exposure to a variety of ML startups, offering unparalleled learning opportunities.

Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey in shaping the future of AI! At Baseten, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Why This Job8.5 of 10

This remote Compensation Manager role at Baseten offers a unique opportunity to shape compensation strategies in a rapidly growing AI company. With competitive pay and meaningful equity, it's an exciting chance to make a significant impact.

Salary Range
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Who Will Succeed Here

Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets, enabling the candidate to develop data-driven compensation strategies and perform complex benchmarking analysis.

Experience with HRIS systems and familiarity with equity compensation models, allowing for effective management of compensation programs and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Proactive mindset with a strategic approach to compensation management, adept at working independently in a remote setting while collaborating effectively with leadership to align compensation with company values.

Learning Resources

Compensation Strategy: A Guide to Developing Effective Compensation Programsguide

Career Path

Compensation Manager(Now)Director of Compensation and Benefits(1-2 years)Vice President of Human Resources(3-5 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$12.5B
Annual Growth
8.7%
AI Adoption in Compensation
45%
Investment in HR Tech
+35%
Labour Demand for Compensation Managers
+22%
Avg Salary for Compensation Managers
$130K

Skills & Requirements

Required
Compensation StrategyEquity CompensationHRIS
Growing in Demand
Data Analytics for CompensationCompensation Software Proficiency (e.g., PayScale, Payfactors)Diversity and Inclusion in Compensation Strategy
Declining
Traditional Job Evaluation MethodsManual Compensation Calculations

Domain Trends

Increased Use of AI in Compensation Analysis
AI tools are being adopted by 45% of companies for analyzing compensation packages, allowing for more accurate benchmarking and predictive analytics.
Shift Towards Equity Compensation
Equity compensation is becoming the norm, with 60% of tech companies now offering stock options or RSUs as a key part of their compensation strategy.
Focus on Pay Transparency
Over 50% of organizations are moving towards pay transparency policies, which is influencing how compensation strategies are structured and communicated.

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