Job Description

About The Role

Ketryx is entering its next phase of growth moving from startup speed to scale-up rigor and were looking for a Fractional Head of People to help build the systems and scaffolding to support that journey.

This role is focused on performance, development, structure, and scale . Youll work closely with the CEO to build a high-integrity People infrastructure that empowers our existing team, enables future growth, and aligns with our values.

This includes partnering on:

• Performance management systems and behaviors that actually drive growth
• Clear leveling, titles, and compensation structures that balance equity and scale
• The launch of Ketryx University in partnership with our L&D lead
• Cross-functional alignment with the business and exec team
• The right long-term People resourcing model including our future team structure

Were looking for a hands-on builder whos excited to move fast, roll up their sleeves, and lay the tracks while the train is moving.

What Youll Do

• Design and implement performance systems that translate Ketryxs values into actionable behaviors and measurable outcomes
• Define levels, compensation bands, and growth pathways across functions and geographies
• Partner with the CEO and board on executive coaching, comp and benefits strategy, and org design
• Build and operationalize the foundation for Ketryx University our internal learning platform
• Align closely with the Head of TA, while independently assessing broader People resourcing needs
• Guide the evolution of our People team including succession planning for this role
• Build systems and policies that scale across offices (Boston, Vienna) and ensure HR compliance in a regulated, global context
• Use data and clear metrics to measure impact and inform decisions linking people programs to business outcomes
• Bring a high-velocity, startup-savvy execution mindset to everything you do

About You

Youre not just strategic you get things done. Youve built systems in fast-moving environments and know what great looks like at this stage. Youre ready to help a company mature without slowing it down.

You likely have:

• Prior experience leading People/HR functions at high-growth startups , ideally in B2B or enterprise software
• Proven ability to build performance, leveling, comp, and development frameworks from the ground up
• Experience partnering with founders and exec teams at the inflection point from ~80 to 200+ employees
• Comfort navigating cross-border complexity and regulatory differences (e.g. U.S. and EU HR landscapes)
• A coaching mindset and track record of influencing without drama especially in founder-driven orgs
• Strong business fluency you can connect people systems to company strategy and outcomes
• A bias for action, pragmatism, and iteration over perfection
• Comfort working in person in Boston, 12 days/week, with the possibility of transitioning to full-time
• Bonus: Experience in enterprise software, life sciences, or regulated industries

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Generous stock options possible
• Work in an exciting field with a positive impact on the world
• Opportunity to learn and grow as part of a global team
• Hybrid work model (mix of work from home and office is possible)
• Generous PTO for full-time

Ketryx is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Ketryx is saving and improving lives by making medical software safe and reliable. We empower software teams building medical applications to create safe, secure, and compliant products used by patients and providers worldwide. We believe that, by automating much of the documentation and quality processes, teams will be able to produce safer and more innovative medical software faster. Ketryx is at the forefront of helping teams incorporate AI/ML into medical software and thats why we need you!

Location: Boston, Massachusetts | Employment Type: Part-time | Office Hours: Flexible

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Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Work at office, Work from home, Worldwide, Flexible hours,

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