About Matilda Cloud

Matilda Cloud is a pioneering force in cloud computing and platform technology, recognized globally for our innovative solutions and world-class AI-driven assessment engine. Our mission is to empower businesses through transformative cloud solutions, enabling them to achieve unprecedented growth and efficiency.

Position Overview

Matilda Cloud is seeking its first Director / VP Human Resources to join the leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to build and scale the people function from the ground up in a high-growth, innovation-driven technology company.

As the Head of HR, you will establish the infrastructure, systems, and programs that support a world-class employee experience. You will lead talent acquisition, people operations, culture, compliance, and leadership development, ensuring we attract, retain, and grow top talent. This role is both strategic and hands-on: you’ll partner with executives to design people strategies while also implementing day-to-day programs that drive engagement and performance. Familiarity with managing a diverse and geographically distributed team, including domestic international resources, is critical. While the immediate priority will be operational excellence, this is a unique role for a leader who wants to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

People Operations & Infrastructure

• Implement scalable HR systems (HRIS, ATS, payroll, benefits platforms) to enable efficient processes.

• Develop and implement policies, employee handbooks, compensation frameworks, and job architecture.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Design and lead a best-in-class recruiting strategy across engineering, product, sales, and operations.

• Strengthen Matilda Cloud’s employer brand and candidate experience.

• Implement onboarding programs that accelerate time-to-productivity and engagement.

Leadership Partner & Organizational Development

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the executive team on organizational design, succession planning, and change management.

• Partner with managers to improve leadership capability, employee development, and performance outcomes.

• Establish learning and career development frameworks to support long-term growth.

Culture, Engagement & Employee Experience

• Define and cultivate Matilda Cloud’s culture, embedding values into all aspects of the employee lifecycle.

• Drive initiatives to foster diversity, inclusion, belonging, and employee engagement.

• Create recognition and retention programs that celebrate performance and reinforce culture.

Compensation, Benefits & Total Rewards

• Develop competitive compensation and benefits programs that scale with company growth.

• Manage benefits administration (healthcare, retirement plans, paid time off) to ensure fairness and competitiveness.

• Evaluate and adapt programs to attract and retain top talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree or HR certifications preferred).

• 8–10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, ideally in high-growth technology, SaaS, or cloud environments.

• Proven success building HR infrastructure and programs in a scaling company.

• Ability to successfully navigate ambiguity and provide leadership in a fast-paced environment

• Strong expertise in HR operations, employment law, and compliance.

• Demonstrated ability to attract, develop, and retain top talent.

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.

• Strategic thinker who balances long-term vision with hands-on execution.

• Willingness to work in-person in Dallas as part of a hybrid schedule.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off).

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement in a rapidly scaling company.

• A collaborative, innovative environment where your work will have a lasting impact.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring every individual feels valued and empowered.