Full-Time
Lead People Technology & Reporting
Updated on 9/11/2026
Sirius XM Radio
5,001-10,000 employees
Subscription-based satellite radio and streaming
Compensation Overview
$113.6k - $150k/yr
Pennsylvania, USA + 6 more
More locations: Colorado, USA | New York, NY, USA | Maryland, USA | Massachusetts, USA | New Jersey, USA | Illinois, USA
Remote
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
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- A minimum of 7 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 5 years with a Master's degree, or a PhD with 4 years of experience, or equivalent experience.
- Extensive related experience in HR technology, HRIS, or People Technology, with advanced expertise in HCM system administration; Workday experience is strongly preferred.
- Proven success independently leading complex, enterprise-wide People Technology initiatives and system implementations.
- Advanced HRIS knowledge across core HR processes, including applicant tracking, talent management, reporting, regulatory requirements, and compensation planning.
- Workday production support experience within a steady-state organization with a mature system environment.
- Previous Workday implementation experience, including configuration, testing, data conversion, deployment, and post-production support.
- Ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable functional and technical solutions.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills focused on user experience, data quality, and operational efficiency.
- Experience defining metrics, developing reporting solutions, and using data to assess process and technology effectiveness.
- Ability to influence and provide technical guidance to stakeholders across functions and levels without direct authority.
- Ability to mentor colleagues and provide functional leadership on complex technical work.
- Experience partnering on vendor relationships and software solutions.
- Knowledge of U.S. data privacy requirements and SOX compliance best practices.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, documentation, and change management skills.
- Contribute to the development of a comprehensive People Technology roadmap, including prioritization of key initiatives that support business and organizational goals.
- Drive execution of the People Technology strategy and roadmap, independently leading complex, high-impact initiatives from requirements through deployment and ongoing optimization.
- Serve as an advanced solutions architect for People Technology by evaluating, recommending, implementing, and supporting tools, features, integrations, and processes that improve People and Culture operations.
- Analyze complex workflows and business requirements to identify opportunities for automation, optimization, and improved user experiences through technical solutions and industry best practices.
- Provide advanced functional and technical expertise for core HCM administration and collaborate on the governance, quality, security, and integrity of people data.
- Serve as a subject matter expert across current and emerging People Technology platforms used at SiriusXM, including Workday.
- Stay current on People Technology trends and emerging capabilities and advise stakeholders on solutions that support organizational objectives.
- Apply advanced expertise in requirements definition, functional specifications, analysis and design, system configuration, testing, data conversion, deployment, and production support.
- Define and track key metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of technology solutions, reporting capabilities, and business processes.
- Partner with Enterprise Solutions and other cross-functional stakeholders to support vendor relationships and software partnerships.
- Develop comprehensive system documentation and enable users through training, knowledge sharing, and ongoing support.
- Drive change management activities for People Technology initiatives to support successful adoption and sustainable business outcomes.
- Collaborate with People and Culture, Enterprise Solutions, and other cross-functional stakeholders to provide technical guidance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Provide functional leadership and mentorship to People Technology professionals, sharing advanced expertise and helping develop capabilities across the team.
- Ensure People Technology solutions and processes support applicable data privacy, security, and SOX compliance requirements.
- Workday experience is strongly preferred.
SiriusXM provides satellite radio and online streaming of music, sports, news, and talk content to North American listeners on a subscription basis, with occasional advertising on some channels. It delivers live broadcasts and on-demand shows through satellite and internet streams, plus exclusive programming and artist- or event-specific channels; in cars, it partners with manufacturers to embed the service in infotainment systems. It differentiates itself through exclusive content and partnerships, such as being the audio broadcaster for the Masters Tournament and offering artist-specific channels like Bob Marley and Jimi Hendrix. Its goal is to grow its subscriber base and advertising revenue by offering a wide range of premium audio entertainment and easy access across platforms.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2008
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The April 2026 YouTube exclusive audio-ad deal expands SiriusXM Media to 255 million listeners.
- Q2 2026 self-pay churn hit a record low 1.4%, supporting recurring cash flow.
- Management targets $1.5 billion free cash flow next year, helped by $100 million savings.
What critics are saying
- Howard Stern's July 2026 cutback to one weekly show weakens SiriusXM's flagship retention engine.
- Revenue growth stayed 1% in Q2 2026 while analysts expect flat sales next year.
- Spotify, YouTube, and podcast networks compress pricing, risking SiriusXM's subscription moat by 2027.
What makes Sirius XM Radio unique
- SiriusXM owns exclusive satellite spectrum and deep automaker distribution relationships across North America.
- Sean Gibbons now unifies product, technology, automotive, streaming, and ad-tech under one leader.
- Its curated live audio, from Masters coverage to artist channels, remains hard to replicate.
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Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short and Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
Flex Spending Account
Veterinary Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Plan
401K with employer match
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
Identity Theft Protection Benefit
Free SiriusXM, Pandora and Stitcher listening accounts
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↑ 0%Sirius XM chief executive Jennifer Witz said the company is targeting free cash flow of $1.375 billion this year and $1.5 billion next year, up from $1.25 billion last year. Speaking at Goldman Sachs' Communacopia + Technology Conference, she said the growth would be supported by $100 million in planned cost savings and lower satellite-fleet capital spending. The company reported 1.4% churn in the second quarter and is expanding features including 360L, Companion and continuous service. It is also offering lower-priced options such as a $5 Sports Pass and $7 ad-supported Play plan. Advertising revenue rose 5% in the quarter. Sirius XM is broadening partnerships with SoundCloud, Amazon, Apple and YouTube, whilst evaluating potential sales, leases or joint ventures involving its spectrum holdings.
Gibbons takes lead on SiriusXM's product, tech future. September 8, 2026 SiriusXM has promoted Sean Gibbons to Chief Product and Technology Officer, reviving a title left vacant since 2024 and positioning Gibbons to lead SiriusXM's product, technology, and in-car strategy, consolidating much of what departed COO Wayne Thorsen oversaw. Gibbons joined the company in 2000, before its first satellite launch, and has held roles spanning product management, engineering, automotive, streaming, content technology, and strategic partnerships. He established SiriusXM's first formal Product Management organization and later founded and led its first Streaming organization, expanding the platform across mobile, web, and connected-home devices. Most recently, he led SiriusXM's Automotive organization. Joseph Inzerillo held the Chief Product and Technology Officer title until his December 2024 departure, when SiriusXM folded those duties into a newly created Chief Operating Officer role under Wayne Thorsen, who left the company earlier this year. Priorities for the role include advancing SiriusXM with 360L and the company's next generation of in-car experiences, shaping the long-term technology roadmap across its satellite, broadcast, and streaming platforms, applying AI to improve personalization, discovery, and customer service, and building more interactive, connected, and participatory experiences across SiriusXM's in-vehicle and streaming platforms. Advertising technology sits in Gibbons' new portfolio, an area SiriusXM has flagged as a growth priority. Radio Ink reported in July that SiriusXM Chief Advertising Revenue Officer Scott Walker told investors on the company's second-quarter earnings call that local and mid-market advertising, which he said makes up a majority share of spending inside traditional radio today, represents the company's next ad frontier. SiriusXM Chief Executive Officer Jennifer Witz said, "Sean is a highly respected leader and the right person to help us accelerate innovation, improve the customer experience and advance the products, platforms and partnerships that will support our growth." Gibbons added, "SiriusXM has a unique set of assets and a tremendous opportunity to make them work together even more powerfully for listeners. We can pair the reach and reliability of satellite with the flexibility of streaming and the intelligence of AI to make it easier for people to discover what they love, stay connected wherever they listen, and participate more deeply in the content and moments that matter to them. I'm excited to take on this role and help shape the next generation of the SiriusXM experience." Share via:
SiriusXM names Sean Gibbons Chief Product and Technology Officer. Sep 08, 2026, 11:00 ET Longtime SiriusXM leader will advance the Company's product experiences and technology strategy NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - SiriusXM (NASDAQ: SIRI) today announced that Sean Gibbons has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Chief Product and Technology Officer, reporting to Chief Executive Officer Jennifer Witz and joining the Company's Executive Leadership Team. In this role, Gibbons will lead product and technology across SiriusXM and Pandora, with responsibility for product strategy and development, technology platforms and engineering, automotive and streaming distribution partnerships, and advertising technology. "Sean has helped shape SiriusXM through some of our most important product and technology transformations, including the development and successful rollout of SiriusXM with 360L," said Jennifer Witz, Chief Executive Officer, SiriusXM. "He brings more than two decades of experience, deep knowledge of our business and a strong track record of bringing together teams, technology and partnerships to deliver for consumers. Sean is a highly respected leader and the right person to help us accelerate innovation, improve the customer experience and advance the products, platforms and partnerships that will support our growth." Gibbons' key priorities will include advancing SiriusXM with 360L and the Company's next generation of in-car experiences; shaping the long-term technology roadmap supporting SiriusXM's satellite, broadcast and streaming platforms; applying AI to improve personalization, discovery and customer service; and creating more dynamic, connected and participatory experiences across SiriusXM's in-vehicle and streaming platforms. "SiriusXM has a unique set of assets and a tremendous opportunity to make them work together even more powerfully for listeners," said Gibbons. "We can pair the reach and reliability of satellite with the flexibility of streaming and the intelligence of AI to make it easier for people to discover what they love, stay connected wherever they listen and participate more deeply in the content and moments that matter to them. I'm excited to take on this role and help shape the next generation of the SiriusXM experience." Gibbons joined Sirius in 2000, before the company's first satellite launch, and has held leadership roles spanning product management, engineering, automotive, streaming, content technology and strategic partnerships. During his tenure, he established SiriusXM's first formal Product Management organization and later founded and led its first Streaming organization, expanding the SiriusXM experience across mobile, web and connected-home platforms. Most recently, Gibbons led SiriusXM's Automotive organization, bringing together product, user experience, engineering and automotive partnerships to advance the company's in-vehicle experiences and relationships with leading automakers. Across more than two decades at SiriusXM, he has played a central role in many of the Company's most significant product and technology transformations, including its evolution toward connected, software-defined vehicle experiences and hybrid satellite-and-IP services. About Sirius XM Holdings Inc. SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America, with a portfolio of audio businesses including its flagship subscription entertainment service SiriusXM; the ad-supported and premium music streaming services of Pandora; an expansive podcast network; and a complete ecosystem of advertising solutions through SiriusXM Media and AdsWizz. SiriusXM offers live, on-demand, and human-curated programming across music, talk, news, sports, and podcasts, and the company reaches approximately 255 million monthly listeners across its platforms. With deep automotive manufacturer relationships and unique spectrum assets, SiriusXM is built to reach listeners wherever they are. The company connects fans to the voices, creators, and moments they love - creating communities where listeners engage, participate, and belong. For more about SiriusXM, please go to: https://www.siriusxm.com/
Howard Stern's reduced SiriusXM role comes with a studio shake-up - source. Saumya Srivastava Fri, September 4, 2026 at 6:12 AM PDT * Howard Stern will host only one live show per week on SiriusXM, with his New York studio being repurposed for other talent. Howard Stern is reportedly facing another major change at SiriusXM. The radio personality will host just one live show each week. Meanwhile, his longtime New York studio is being repurposed for other talent. The changes mark a significant shift in Stern's SiriusXM presence. Howard Stern will host one live Monday show as his studio is repurposed. According to reports by The U.S. Sun, Stern's custom studio is being repurposed. The studio is located inside SiriusXM's New York City offices. It has reportedly sat largely unused since the COVID-19 pandemic. Sources said renovations began as early as June. Stern has used the New York studio only a handful of times. He has instead largely broadcast from studios inside his homes. Those studios are located at his Palm Beach and Hamptons properties. The SiriusXM space could now become a multi-use studio. One SiriusXM insider said the change would make sense for the company. The studio had reportedly become a "massive waste of space and resources." However, Stern's staff had also used the space for The Howard Stern Show. Sources said its future use remains unclear. Stern's live schedule is also being significantly reduced. He will reportedly broadcast live only on Mondays starting September 14. SiriusXM has confirmed that new shows will air on Mondays, while an adapted version will stream on HBO Max on Thursdays. The changes follow SiriusXM's decision to remove Howard 101. Andy Cohen's Radio Andy has replaced the archival channel on September 1. Howard 100 continues to carry Stern's newer live broadcasts, while Howard 101 previously featured vintage interviews and archival material. Stern's staff has also faced significant cuts at SiriusXM. As per reports, they eliminated about 40 positions during the first wave. SiriusXM reportedly cut about 16 additional staffers during the summer. The reductions came after Stern signed a new three-year SiriusXM contract. SiriusXM confirmed the three-year extension in December 2025. The network confirmed Stern's HBO Max deal earlier this week. The Howard Stern Show will debut on HBO Max on September 17, with new episodes releasing on Thursdays. His wife, Beth Stern, has also defended him amid the downsizing. Meanwhile, the changes have reportedly frustrated some longtime listeners.
Sirius XM returned $5.3 billion to shareholders over the past five years through dividends and buybacks, yet the stock underperformed the market. The satellite radio company paid out $2.76 billion in dividends and spent $2.57 billion on share repurchases, representing roughly 80% of its $6.5 billion in free cash flow during that period. Despite generating $1.55 billion in trailing twelve-month free cash flow and a 15.5% free cash flow yield, the stock lagged behind broader market returns. Revenue grew just 0.4% over the last year, with three-year average annual growth at -1.3%. Management is guiding for lower subscriber additions as it focuses on attracting higher-quality customers. The company's current market capitalisation stands at $10 billion, with shares trading around $29.70.