Senior Manager, Compensation – Tech

General Motors

Senior Manager overseeing compensation programs and strategies for GM’s technology sectors. Managing a small team and collaborating with senior leaders to drive equitable pay practices.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeMountain View • California, Missouri, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $201,100 - $283,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and executing compensation programs tailored for technology organizations, leveraging strong analytical skills and proficiency in data visualization tools. Proven ability to influence senior leaders through data-driven insights and effective storytelling.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Compensation Program DesignTeam ManagementCompensation AnalyticsMarket Pricing StrategyData Visualization Tools

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Hard Skills

Compensation AnalysisBenchmarkingMarket PricingCompensation Survey MethodologiesExcel ProficiencyHRIS ExperienceData AnalyticsData-Driven InsightsStorytellingLeadership in Compensation

Soft Skills

Influencing Senior LeadersCollaborationClear CommunicationProactive Strategy DevelopmentTeam Development

Tools & Technologies

Power BITableauRadfordMercerWTW

Industry Keywords

Technology OrganizationsSoftwareDigitalData/AICybersecurityCompensation ProgramsWorkforce AnalyticsHuman ResourcesFinanceEconomics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Senior Manager, Compensation – Tech is responsible for designing, executing, and governing compensation programs
Manage and develop a small team (2–4) of compensation professionals
Lead and/or support the design and ongoing refinement of compensation structures and programs that support GM’s technology organizations
Partner with HRBPs, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders to define proactive compensation strategies for critical tech roles
Conduct in-depth compensation and workforce analytics to inform decisions on hiring and retention
Own and/or support the benchmarking and market-pricing strategy for key tech roles

Requirements

What you’ll need

8-10+ years of progressive experience in compensation
At least 3 years in a leadership or senior advisory role
Experience supporting technology organizations (e.g., software, digital, data/AI, cybersecurity, AV) strongly preferred
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and experience with HRIS and data visualization/BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Deep knowledge of compensation survey methodologies and market pricing tools (e.g., Radford, Mercer, WTW)
Proven track record influencing senior leaders with data-driven insights, clear recommendations, and strong storytelling
Experience managing and developing a team of compensation professionals (2–4+)
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Economics, Business, or related field.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities