People Operations Generalist

About MicroVision

MicroVision leads innovation in global perception solutions aimed at enhancing mobility safety and autonomy. With engineering centers in Washington State, Washington D.C., Hamburg, Germany, and Orlando, Florida, the company specializes in integrated lidar hardware and perception software. Their technologies support safety and automation in sectors such as robotics, automated warehousing, agriculture, and autonomous systems development. Originating from automotive-related technologies for ADAS and autonomous driving, MicroVision also delivers solutions to the military sector including semi- and fully autonomous airborne and terrestrial sensor systems. Their proprietary solid-state lidar technologies, including FMCW, MEMS-based long-range, and flash-based short-range lidar, combined with onboard perception software, enable rapid and safe mobility solutions.

Role Summary

Joining MicroVision's People Operations team, you will play a vital role working collaboratively with employees and leadership to effectively support business needs. This role encompasses comprehensive HR administration responsibilities, benefits management, employee engagement, and system oversight, requiring a versatile generalist skilled across all areas of People Operations to facilitate daily functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality customer service by promptly addressing employee inquiries and supporting managers.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of HRIS data and coordinate employee data changes with payroll and IT.
• Manage and update People Operations workflows, documentation, and processes.
• Administer employee benefits, including processing changes, invoice reconciliation, and communicating updates.
• Handle leaves of absence administration.
• Coordinate immigration documentation in collaboration with legal advisors.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Contribute to Safety Team activities, including meetings and other safety initiatives.
• Assist in organizing employee events, programs, and training sessions.
• Conduct onboarding, offboarding, new hire orientations, and support employee engagement efforts.
• Collaborate with recruiting to align positions within the compensation framework and help maintain compensation structures.
• Work closely with the Germany People Operations team to standardize practices across locations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all activities.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of pertinent experience, or an equivalent educational and professional combination.
• Certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP is preferred.
• Experience conducting HR functions within a technology-driven company.
• Proficiency in administering employee benefit programs.
• Prior experience in a startup environment is advantageous.
• Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS platforms is desirable.

Essential Skills and Attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational capabilities.
• Self-driven with a solution-oriented approach to challenges.
• Ability to perform tasks independently.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Effective collaboration with employees at all organizational levels in a professional manner.
• Comprehensive understanding of employment laws and regulations.

Work Arrangement

MicroVision offers a flexible work schedule potentially including a hybrid onsite/remote arrangement based on team and business requirements. Individual schedules depend on management's discretion and operational needs. Candidates must reside within commuting distance to the Orlando, FL office. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Benefits

• Competitive salary combined with an equity participation program.
• Medical insurance options including an HSA plan with employer-paid premiums and contributions or an upgraded PPO plan.
• Employer-paid dental and vision plans for employees.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions (50% match on contributions up to 6% of eligible pay).
• Generous paid time off including flexible vacation, personal/sick days, and recognized holidays.
• Supplemental parental leave pay.
• Company-covered basic life, AD&D insurance, and long-term disability coverage.

Equal Opportunity and Legal Compliance

MicroVision fosters an inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination against anyone based on race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or other protected categories under local, state, or federal laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants requiring assistance throughout the hiring process.

As an E-Verify participant, MicroVision verifies employment eligibility through federal programs without pre-screening applicants.