Principal People Operations Specialist, Talent

GitHub is hiring a Principal People Operations Specialist, Talent to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Principal People Operations Specialist, Talent, you'll support our people and build a great remote culture. This is a full-time, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — US (CST)). About the role You'll support our people and build a great remote culture, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Manage HR processes and the employee lifecycle • Administer benefits and policies • Support hiring and onboarding • Maintain accurate HR records • Advise managers on people matters What we offer: • Home office and wellness stipends • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • 100% remote, work-from-anywhere-in-the-US culture • Annual learning and professional development budget • Generous paid time off and company holidays How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. GitHub is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 7+ years of experience, including leading teams or projects • Strong interpersonal skills • Organized and detail-oriented • HR experience • Discretion and confidentiality Nice to have: • Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment • Familiarity with modern collaboration tools (Slack, Notion, Linear)