Senior Total Rewards Manager at Stellar

About the Role

Position: Full-time — San Francisco, CA

Stellar is a network for innovators building real-world blockchain solutions that expand financial access for everyone.
We’re seeking a Senior Total Rewards Manager to lead our compensation and benefits strategy, ensuring our programs attract, motivate, and retain top talent across multiple geographies.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with the VP of People and leadership to design and manage compensation programs across regions.

• Conduct benchmarking and market analyses to define salary ranges, pay structures, and bonus guidelines.

• Analyze compensation data and industry trends to guide decisions and improve program design.

• Lead compensation reviews, ensuring fairness, consistency, and compliance.

• Collaborate with Recruiting to align job descriptions and pay structures.

• Partner with People Operations to build benefits programs that reflect company culture and employee needs.

• Oversee benefit renewals, analyze usage data, and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

• Use HR analytics and forecasting to assess program effectiveness and future compensation needs.

• Handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity.

Requirements

• 5+ years in compensation, benefits, or total rewards (experience in tech, startup, or Web3 preferred).

• Deep knowledge of benchmarking tools (Radford, Mercer) and equity programs.

• Strong understanding of U.S. benefits compliance and plan design.

• Advanced Excel and HRIS skills; experience with tools like Pave, Radford, and Mercer.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-moving environment.

• Professional, discreet, and trusted partner across teams.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $145,000 – $215,000 (based on experience, skills, and location)

• Equity: Lumen-denominated grants

U.S. Benefits & Perks

• Health, dental & vision coverage — most plans 100% covered for employee + dependents

• Flexible PTO + 15 company holidays (including company-wide winter break)

• Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks paid (14 weeks for birthing parents)

• Gym reimbursement: $80/month

• Life & AD&D insurance (up to $50K)

• Short & long-term disability coverage

• 401(k) with 4% match

• Health & Dependent Care FSA

• Commuter benefit: $250/month employer contribution

• HSA with employer contributions

• Family-building benefits via Kindbody

• Wellbeing support: One Medical, Rightway, Headspace

• L&D budget: $1,500/year

• Daily lunch and snacks (in-office)

• Company retreats