HR Operations Director

Astera Labs (NASDAQ: ALAB) provides rack-scale AI infrastructure through purpose-built connectivity solutions. By collaborating with hyperscalers and ecosystem partners, Astera Labs enables organizations to unlock the full potential of modern AI. Astera Labs’ Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates CXL®, Ethernet, NVLink, PCIe®, and UALink™ semiconductor-based technologies with the company’s COSMOS software suite to unify diverse components into cohesive, flexible systems that deliver end-to-end scale-up, and scale-out connectivity. The company’s custom connectivity solutions business complements its standards-based portfolio, enabling customers to deploy tailored architectures to meet their unique infrastructure requirements. Discover more at www.asteralabs.com . Role Overview Astera Labs is seeking a Director, HR Operations to lead and scale our HR infrastructure during a pivotal period of hypergrowth. This role sits at the intersection of HR strategy, technology, and operational excellence—directing the teams and programs that manage our systems, data, employee services, and immigration functions. You'll lead a high-performing team while setting the vision for a best-in-class HR Operations function that delivers seamless employee experiences and drives efficiency through smart automation and AI-enabled solutions. As a key leader on the HR team, you will oversee HRIS architecture and system implementations, people analytics, employee services, compliance, and global immigration programs. You'll serve as the Center of Excellence for global HR operations, establishing standards, best practices, and scalable processes across all regions. You'll partner cross-functionally with IT, Finance, Legal, and business leaders to ensure our HR infrastructure scales with the pace of our growth. This is an opportunity to shape how a high-growth semiconductor company operates—bringing strategic leadership, operational rigor, and innovation to the employee lifecycle. Key Responsibilities • Leadership & Team Development • Lead and develop a high-performing HR Operations team across systems, analytics, employee services, and immigration • Set strategic direction and priorities for the function, ensuring alignment with company growth objectives • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and employee-centric service delivery • Partner with HR leadership and executives to shape HR strategy and operational roadmaps • Center of Excellence for Global HR Operations • Serve as the Center of Excellence for HR operations, establishing global standards, policies, and best practices • Drive consistency and efficiency across all global locations while accommodating regional requirements • Provide guidance and support to regional HR teams on operational matters • Lead change management efforts to implement standardized processes and systems globally • HR Systems & Technology • Direct the strategy, implementation, and optimization of HRIS platforms and the broader HR technology stack • Oversee system integrations across HR, Finance, and IT to create seamless data flows and reporting capabilities • Champion the evaluation and deployment of AI-powered tools to automate workflows, enhance self-service, and improve decision-making • Ensure maintenance and integrity of HR records and HRIS data • HR Analytics, Dashboarding & Insights • Oversee the HR analytics function, ensuring leadership receives actionable insights on workforce trends, retention, and organizational health • Direct the development and maintenance of executive dashboards that provide real-time visibility into key HR metrics • Maintain data governance standards and ensure integrity across all HR systems • Guide the development of reporting frameworks that enable data-driven HR and business decisions • Employee Services & Experience • Oversee end-to-end employee services including onboarding, offboarding, and HR support • Ensure efficient handling of routine employee queries about HR policies and programs • Drive the design and continuous improvement of employee-facing processes to deliver a frictionless, consumer-grade experience • Lead initiatives to scale operations globally while maintaining compliance and consistency • Compliance & Employee Data Management • Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws, regulations, and company policies across all locations • Oversee employee data management practices, ensuring accuracy, security, and privacy standards are maintained • Direct audits and compliance reviews to mitigate risk and maintain regulatory adherence • Partner with Legal to stay current on evolving employment law and implement necessary policy updates • Immigration & Global Mobility • Direct the company's immigration program, ensuring timely and compliant visa processing, transfers, and renewals • Manage relationships with external immigration counsel and vendors • Optimize policies and processes that support the company's ability to attract…