About the role
About
the Role at RobCo At RobCo, we develop AI-powered robotic systems that make industrial processes more autonomous, efficient, and scalable. Our Autonomous Manufacturing Platform combines modular industrial hardware with physical AI, enabling rapid deployment and continuous optimization in real production environments. With locations in Munich, San Francisco, and Austin, and backed by leading investors such as Lightspeed, Lingotto Innovation, and Sequoia, we are working to redefine industrial automation. At RobCo, we automate the ordinary, so humans can do the extraordinary. To achieve this, we are looking for an ambitious Head of People & Culture (m/f/d) to help us establish RobCo as leading provider of automation solutions. Your
Responsibilities Own RobCo's people strategy end-to-end, from vision to execution Build and lead a high-impact People function that scales with the business Scale hiring across engineering, GTM, and operations with speed and quality Design performance systems that drive accountability and results Raise the bar on people leadership across the company Be a strategic partner to the C-suite on org design, succession, and leadership development Build competitive, scalable
compensation, equity, and
benefits programs Operationalize culture and values so they reinforce execution Lead change as the company grows in size, geography, and complexity Run a KPI-driven People function, using data to monitor org health and guide every strategic decision Champion AI adoption to modernize and scale day-to-day People operations We're looking for someone who has: Proven VP/Head of People experience in high-growth, venture-backed companies Track record scaling teams through rapid growth phases (e.g., Series B → D) Builder mentality: comfortable creating systems from scratch Sharp business judgment, executive presence, and a data-driven approach High standards for performance, talent, and leadership Ability to operate strategically and hands-on Genuine curiosity about emerging technology and a drive to innovate within People & Culture
