Director, Total Rewards

Mavericks Wanted

When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on
 
In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible. 
 
Together we define white space, push boundaries and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma. At BridgeBio, we value curiosity and experimentation—including the ethical & thoughtful use of AI to improve clarity, speed, and quality of work.

What You'll Do

BridgeBio is seeking a Director, Total Rewards & Performance Management to set the vision and strategy for our global compensation, benefits, and performance programs, while remaining deeply hands-on in building and operating them.

Reporting to the SVP, People, this role combines strategic leadership with meaningful individual contribution. The Director will lead a lean Total Rewards team, providing clear direction, priorities, and context, while personally owning critical program design and execution. While people leadership is an important component of the role, success will be driven by the ability to do the work—translating strategy into scalable, high-quality programs that support a performance-driven, mission-focused culture.

This role intentionally brings together Total Rewards and Performance Management, with a clear expectation that performance outcomes meaningfully inform how employees are paid, rewarded, and recognized.

Responsibilities

• Set the vision and multi-year strategy for BridgeBio’s Total Rewards and Performance Management programs, ensuring alignment with company goals, culture, and financial strategy
• Personally lead the design and execution of annual compensation cycles, including merit, bonus, and equity programs
• Own market benchmarking, job architecture, leveling frameworks, and pay structures across functions and geographies
• Evolve BridgeBio’s performance management framework to ensure meaningful differentiation based on performance and impact
• Partner closely with People Business Partners and leaders to drive effective goal-setting, performance assessment, and calibration
• Define and execute a multi-year benefits strategy, including leading a transition to a self-funded medical model
• Drive data, analytics, systems optimization, and process excellence across Total Rewards and Performance programs
• Lead a small Total Rewards team by setting clear vision and priorities while remaining actively involved in execution
• Partner with Finance, Legal, Talent Acquisition, and other People team members to ensure alignment, compliance, and effective delivery
• Communicate Total Rewards and Performance strategies with clarity and transparency across the organization

Where You'll Work

This is a hybrid role and requires in-office collaboration 2-3x per week in our San Francisco Office.

Who You Are

• 12+ years of progressive experience across Total Rewards, compensation, benefits, and/or performance management in a high-growth and/or global organization
• Deep expertise in broad-based compensation and equity programs; experience partnering on executive compensation without direct ownership
• Proven track record of designing and operating performance management systems that meaningfully link performance to rewards
• Experience leading benefits strategy, including transitioning to a self-funded medical plan
• Strong understanding of global pay practices, pay equity, and compliance considerations
• Highly analytical with a strong execution bias and comfort operating as a hands-on leader
• Ability to set clear strategy and direction while personally delivering results with a small, high-impact team
• You have demonstrated curiosity and adaptability in adopting AI-powered tools and technologies

Rewarding Those Who Make the Mission Possible

We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return. 

Financial Benefits:

• Market leading compensation 
• 401K with 100% employer match on first 3% & 50% on the next 2%
• Employee stock purchase program
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Referral program with $2,500 award for hired referrals

Health & Wellbeing:

• Comprehensive health care with 100% premiums covered - no cost to you and dependents
• Mental health support via Spring Health (6 therapy sessions & 6 coaching sessions)
• Hybrid work model - employees have the autonomy in where and how they do their work 
• Unlimited flexible paid time off - take the time that you need
• Paid parental leave - 4 months for birthing parents & 2 months for non-birthing parents
• Flex spending accounts & company-provided group term life & disability 
• Subsidized lunch via Forkable on days worked from our office

Skill Development & Career Paths:

• People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility
• We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, Spring Health & BetterUp Coaching
• We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities