Head of Talent Management & Rewards

About Duolingo

Duolingo is the world's most popular language-learning platform, used by hundreds of millions to practice languages every day. We’re committed to making education free and accessible through delightful products and a strong focus on people.

Role

Duolingo is seeking a strategic, senior leader to own Talent Management and Rewards. As Head of Talent Management & Rewards, you will design and lead our global talent strategy, oversee compensation and rewards, and partner with the executive team to ensure we attract, develop, and retain exceptional talent as we scale.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive talent management strategy aligned with Duolingo’s business goals.
• Design and govern global compensation, equity and benefits programs; lead a market-informed rewards framework.
• Build and oversee leadership development, succession planning, performance management, and talent lifecycle programs.
• Lead a cross-functional People team; partner with Finance, Legal, and business leaders to forecast talent needs and budget.
• Scale talent programs for rapid growth, maintain competitive total rewards, and manage mobility and relocation programs as needed.
• Use people analytics to inform strategy, track KPIs, and report to the executive team.
• Foster an inclusive, high-performance culture aligned with Duolingo’s mission and values.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in talent management, total rewards, or HR leadership, ideally in high-growth tech or education tech environments.
• Proven ability to design and implement global compensation and rewards programs, including equity, bonuses, salary structures, and benefits.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management; experience guiding senior executives and partnering with Finance, Legal, and People teams.
• Data-driven and analytically minded with expertise in people analytics and HR metrics.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and change-management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree; advanced degree or SHRM/WorldatWork certification preferred.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience building compensation and rewards for a multinational, multi-product organization.
• Experience with equity programs and global mobility.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement plan and generous paid time off policy.
• Professional development and language learning-focused environment.
• Wellbeing programs and a supportive, mission-driven culture.

Location and work model

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. This is an on-site role based in our Pittsburgh office.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter through the Duolingo careers site at the following URL: https://careers.duolingo.com/jobs/8102283002?gh_jid=8102283002