Principal HR Business Partner

Aerospike is the real-time database for mission-critical use cases and workloads, including machine learning, generative, and agentic AI. Aerospike powers millions of transactions per second with millisecond latency, at a fraction of the total cost of ownership compared to other databases.

Global leaders, including Adobe, Airtel, Barclays, Criteo, DBS Bank, Experian, Grab, HDFC Bank, PayPal, Sony Interactive Entertainment, The Trade Desk, and Wayfair, rely on Aerospike for customer 360, fraud detection, real-time bidding, profile stores, recommendation engines, and other use cases. 

 At Aerospike, we dream big and deliver even bigger. Our mission is to unleash the power of the world’s real-time data with a database built for infinite scale, speed, and sustainability.

If you're ready to shape the future of data, join us.

As a Principal HR Business Partner (HRBP), you’ll be a key player in shaping our culture and empowering our teams to achieve their best work. Reporting directly to the Chief People Officer, you will partner with senior leaders across the business (CRO, CMO, Chief Customer Success, and CFO) to drive strategic People initiatives that align with our company’s goals and our values. 

​​If you're passionate about growth, thrive on collaboration, and love taking ownership of your work, you're in the right place. We’re a team that values curiosity, the power of strong relationships, and making an impact. If you want to be part of a People team that ignites Aerospike’s talent to drive the future of real-time data, we’d love to have you on board!

This is a hybrid role; employees are expected to work from the Mountain-View office 3 X times a week. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Here is what we’re looking for in a candidate: 

• Experience: 12+ years in HR, with at least 7+ years in an HRBP or strategic HR leadership role, supporting technology companies with globally distributed teams. Bonus points if you’ve worked in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
  
• Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving: You can tackle complex challenges with creative solutions that align with the business’s goals. You bring a fresh perspective and don’t shy away from tough problems.
  
• Employee Advocacy & Support: You provide a safe, confidential space for employees to share concerns and feel heard. You’re an advocate for them, addressing issues with empathy and professionalism, always keeping their best interests in mind.
  
• Communication & Influence: Your communication is clear, confident, and empathetic. You can influence and build strong relationships with employees at all levels, helping them navigate change and develop their career.
  
• Coaching & Development: You’re a mentor and coach, capable of guiding managers, senior leaders, and employees through challenges, empowering them to develop their skills and achieve their full potential.
  
• Creativity & Innovation: You bring creativity to the table, constantly finding new ways to improve the employee experience. You stay in tune with industry trends, but you know how to translate them in a way that’s uniquely Aerospike.
  
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: You thrive when working across teams—whether it’s collaborating within HR or partnering with other teams globally. You know how to build relationships and get everyone aligned and motivated.
  
• Adaptability & Resilience: You can thrive in ambiguity and are always flexible, adaptable, and resilient in the face of change. You know how to stay grounded and positive and guide others through uncertainty.
  
• Data-Driven Insights: You use data to drive decisions. Whether it’s tracking the success of HR programs, identifying trends, or finding ways to improve, you rely on data to inform your strategies.