GMI Cloud is hiring: Senior HR Specialist / HR Manager in Mountain View

We are looking for a hands-on and experienced Senior HR Specialist / HR Manager to join our growing team. This role is ideal for an HR professional with a strong foundation in U.S. HR operations—including payroll, compensation and benefits, immigration and compliance—who also brings experience in supporting global teams.

You’ll drive improvements across core HR processes and help build a best-in-class employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support payroll processing and reporting, in collaboration with finance and third-party providers
• Design, implement, and administer compensation and benefits programs that align with market benchmarks and company goals
• Manage relationships with insurance brokers, support annual benefits renewal, and handle employee communication on benefits
• Support and improve the onboarding and off-boarding process to enhance the employee lifecycle
• Lead HRIS implementation and maintenance, ensuring system integrity and automation of HR workflows
• Coordinate immigration and visa applications (e.g., H-1B, OPT, L-1, green card), partnering with legal counsel and ensuring compliance
• Provide HR support and operational guidance across regions, including in APAC countries
• Ensure compliance with international employment regulations and assist with local HR processes in cross-border operations
• Act as a key point of contact for employees and managers on HR policies, benefits, and compliance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR operations experience in the U.S. (Chinese-English Bilingual), with a focus on payroll, benefits, or compensation
• Solid knowledge of federal and state labor regulations and multi-state payroll practices
• Experience handling employee immigration and visa processes in the U.S.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, Rippling, BambooHR, etc.)
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail
• Track record of process improvement, change management, and cross-functional collaboration
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in or supporting HR operations in APAC countries
• Prior experience in a fast-paced startup or global organization
• Exposure to global mobility and compliance in cross-border team

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.