Director of Compensation

Symbotic

Massachusetts

Who We Are
With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.
What We Need
The Director of Compensation will play a key role in scaling a compensation function at a critical moment in our growth, working alongside passionate and collaborative colleagues. This high-impact role will be instrumental in scaling our compensation philosophy and programs, shaping a culture of fairness, transparency, and performance-driven rewards. You’ll lead a small team and partner closely with HR Business Partners, Finance, and Talent Acquisition to ensure our programs are equitable, competitive, and aligned to business priorities.
What We Do
The Compensation Team is part of the Human Resources organization and is responsible for managing how employees are rewarded for their work. This includes developing and administering pay structures, incentive programs, bonuses, benefits, and other financial rewards.
What You'll Do
Lead & Evolve{{:}} Design, develop, and implement scalable compensation models and frameworks. Continuously evaluate and optimize existing models and related processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with best practices.
Collaborate with HR Business Partners and senior leadership to ensure compensation programs support business objectives and drive employee engagement and retention.
Analytics & Insights{{:}} Deliver actionable insights using market data, compensation modeling, and internal analytics to influence key decisions.
Team Leadership{{:}} Manage and develop a small, high-performing team of compensation professionals.
Cycle Management{{:}} Oversee compensation planning processes (e.g., annual merit, promotion, equity refresh), ensuring a smooth and consistent experience for managers and employees.
Education & Enablement{{:}} Build tools and resources that help HR partners and business leaders make informed, transparent compensation decisions.
Executive Compensation{{:}} Partner with Total Rewards leadership and Legal to support executive pay programs, including board materials, CD&A inputs, and benchmarking.
Partner with talent management to ensure alignment between compensation practices and performance evaluation processes.
What You'll Need
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
Minimum 10 years’ of progressive experience in compensation management, with minimum of 3 years in a leadership role and a focus on strategic planning and stakeholder partnership.
Proven success in a high-growth, fast-paced company (public or late-stage private)
Deep knowledge of compensation best practices, tools, and regulatory considerations (including FLSA, pay equity, and global frameworks)
Comfort navigating complexity and ambiguity; able to distill data and nuance into clear recommendations
Expertise in managing compensation cycles, job architecture, and market benchmarking
Ability to influence and build trusted relationships across levels and functions to drive strategic initiatives from concept through execution
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Workday and market pricing tools (e.g., Radford, Mercer, CompTool, PayFactors) preferred
Experience with executive and equity compensation a strong plus
Exceptional communication skills with a bias for clarity, thoughtfulness, and action
This opportunity is based at our Headquarters Office in Wilmington, MA. Relocation support is available. We have a hybrid work environment (minimum 3 days per week in office).
About Symbotic
Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit
We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our differences, because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work – for you and the world. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.
The base range for this position in the posted location is $186,000.00 - $255,200.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401K, PTO and/or other benefits.

Posted 2026-06-26

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