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People Partner

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Verkada

Verkada

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides integrated security solutions for enterprises

Data & Analytics
Hardware
Cybersecurity
Defense

Compensation Overview

$145k - $185kAnnually

+ Sales Incentives + Discretionary Bonuses + Equity (RSUs)

Senior, Expert

Salt Lake City, UT, USA

Category
Human Resources
People & HR
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • BA/BS degree. MBA or Master's degree is a plus.
  • 8+ years experience -- HR/People Business Partner experience or adjacent role
  • Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to understand and align People initiatives with business objectives, translating strategy into plans for execution
  • Data-driven decision maker & strong problem solver who can find root causes of issues and gain leadership support to address them
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
Responsibilities
  • Partner with a member of the executive leadership team and employees on their team to achieve their People objectives
  • Problem-solve and implement strategic programs to help your department scale and meet their business goals -- such as leadership enablement and coaching, analyzing compensation levels, building out career pathing, professional development, retention strategy, and performance management
  • Analyze data across a variety of sources to identify trends, patterns, and areas of opportunity
  • Advise managers on complex HR matters, including sensitive employee relations issues
  • Strengthen the leadership of the organization by coaching managers to effectively performance manage and increase employee engagement with ongoing feedback and effective communication
  • Drive cross-company programs to benefit our entire employee base

Verkada offers security solutions for businesses, focusing on hybrid cloud video surveillance, access control systems, and environmental sensors. Their video surveillance combines on-site cameras with cloud storage for secure and accessible footage, while the access control system provides insights into facility access. Verkada's products are designed to be easy to manage and scalable, catering primarily to enterprise clients like corporations and educational institutions. The company generates revenue through hardware sales and subscription-based software services, aiming to enhance security and safety for its clients.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$444.3M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

56%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Verkada's rapid international expansion, including into the DACH region, indicates strong market demand and growth potential.
  • The launch of AI-powered search capabilities enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of their security solutions, making them more attractive to enterprise clients.
  • Partnerships with organizations like The 'I Love U Guys' Foundation and HiveWatch demonstrate Verkada's commitment to community safety and innovative security solutions.

What critics are saying

  • The enterprise security market is highly competitive, with major players like Cisco and Honeywell posing significant threats.
  • Rapid expansion and numerous integrations may lead to operational challenges and potential service disruptions.

What makes Verkada unique

  • Verkada's hybrid cloud approach combines on-site hardware with cloud-based storage, offering a unique blend of security and accessibility that many competitors lack.
  • The seamless integration of video surveillance with access control systems provides a comprehensive security solution that is more cohesive than standalone products.
  • Achieving FedRAMP Ready status highlights Verkada's commitment to high security standards, making it a trusted choice for public sector clients.

Benefits

Generous company paid medical, dental & vision insurance coverage

Unlimited paid time off & 11 companywide paid holidays

Wellness allowance

Commuter benefits

Healthy lunches and dinners provided daily

Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits