Why CAST AI?
At CAST AI, we are revolutionizing Kubernetes cost optimization across AWS, GCP, and Azure. Our mission is to fully automate the Kubernetes experience by using advanced machine learning algorithms that do more than just monitor and recommend — they automatically optimize clusters to save customers over 50% on cloud spend while enhancing performance and productivity for DevOps and engineering teams.With $73M raised from top-tier investors like Cota Capital, Creandum, Uncorrelated Ventures, and Vintage Investment Partners, CAST AI is rapidly scaling.
Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and with 200 global employees, we are just getting started on our journey to unicorn status by 2025. Our product roadmap is packed with innovations that will continue to disrupt the cloud space.We are looking for driven, independent thinkers to help us achieve this ambitious goal. Join CAST AI and be part of a team that’s reshaping cloud-native infrastructure and delivering transformative solutions to our customers.
Culture
At CAST AI, we’re an ambitious team where every idea drives innovation and every challenge is a chance to grow. We move fast with an entrepreneurial mindset, building the technology behind some of today’s most successful companies. Collaboration is key to our success as we work together to disrupt industries and shape the future.If you're passionate about advancing tomorrow's tech and ready for a career-defining opportunity, join our team at CAST AI.
Core values that hold us all together
PRACTICE CUSTOMER OBSESSION.
Focus on the customer journey and work backwards. Strive to deliver customer value and continuously solve customer problems. Listen to customer feedback, act, and iterate to improve customer experience.
LEAD.
Take ownership and lead through action. Think and act on behalf of the entire company to build long-term value across team boundaries.
DEVELOP AND HIRE THE BEST.
Strive to raise the performance bar by continuously investing in yourself, the team and by hiring the best possible candidates for every position. Drive towards personal development and professional growth, and mentor others to raise the collective bar.
EXPECT AND ADVOCATE CHANGE.
Strive to innovate and accept the inevitable change that comes with innovation. Constantly welcome new ideas and opinions. Share insights responsibly with unwavering openness, honesty, and respect. Once a path is chosen, be ready to disagree and commit to a direction.
Role overview
As our very first Lead People Business Partner, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our company culture, influencing at the highest levels of the org, and co-building a high performing People function from its early beginnings.
Responsibilities
- Act as the right-hand person to the Chief People Officer across all areas of the People function - you’ll play an instrumental leadership role with significant ownership
- You’ll own all of People Business Partnership and Talent Development for our organization
- Serve as a trusted advisor to your assigned teams on People-related matters, providing guidance and support on talent management, organizational development, employee relations, and performance management
- Drive business unit strategic planning to align People goals with overall business objectives
- Provide coaching and support to managers and execs on performance management, conflict resolution, and employee development
- Own engagement survey action planning.
Requirements
- 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a strategic HR/ People Business Partner role
- Demonstrated expertise in talent management, employee relations, performance management, and organizational development
- Proven track record of driving HR initiatives and programs that contribute to business success
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels
- While the People team is mostly based in Lithuania, we prefer candidates located there.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage competing priorities.
What's in it for you?
- Join a fast-growing, cutting-edge company that’s redefining cloud-native automation and optimization, with a global reach and a promising product poised to become a unicorn.
- Work with a team of highly skilled cloud experts and innovators, passionate about pushing the boundaries of Kubernetes technology.
- Every contribution matters—our team is still relatively small, and your impact will be significant.
- Enjoy direct access to leadership, including the CEO and CTO, with an open culture that encourages collaboration across all levels.
- Every team member receives stock options, allowing you to share in the company’s success.
- Benefit from comprehensive health insurance plans and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
- Enjoy an additional four days off each year to recharge and maintain your work-life balance.
- We aim for the minimum viable bureaucracy, empowering you without unnecessary meetings or red tape.
- Competitive salary starting at 6500 EUR gross.
