Who we are

Atoms is building the machines that power the next era of progress.

Over the last decade, software has transformed the digital world. But the physical world, where food is made, minerals are mined, goods are moved, and industries are run, remains far less intelligent, far less efficient, and far more constrained. We’re changing that.

Atoms builds Physical AI— real-world robots for the industries that move civilization forward, starting with food, mining, and transport. Our systems are designed to understand, predict, and control the real world with precision, turning complex physical operations into something more reliable, more scalable, and more productive.

This work requires more than robotics. It requires deep integration across hardware, software, AI, operations, manufacturing, and real estate. We don’t just build machines in a lab. We deploy them into real environments, operate them, learn from them, and improve them until they work at scale.

We are roboticists, engineers, operators, and builders. We believe the next great technology companies will not only transform information, but the physical systems that shape everyday life.

If you want to work on hard problems with real-world impact, join us.

About the role

The HR Generalist will play a critical role in supporting employees and leaders through thoughtful HR processes and proactive problem-solving. This position will contribute directly to business operations by owning key HR workflows, maintaining accurate data, and ensuring compliance across multiple employment areas — including onboarding, offboarding, workers' compensation, and employee relations support. The ideal candidate brings a service mindset, strong attention to detail, and the ability to think critically in a fast-paced environment.

What you’ll do

• Maintain HRIS and employee data systems with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and reporting readiness.
• Serve as a trusted resource to employees and managers, providing guidance on HR policies, benefits, and workplace expectations.
• Manage onboarding workflows to ensure a smooth and compliant new hire experience, including HRIS setup, policy acknowledgment, and process optimization.
• Own the employee relations process, including intake, documentation, resolution tracking, and identifying trends for escalation to HR leadership as needed.
• Support the review of employee attendance and time-off records to ensure accuracy for payroll and compliance purposes.
• Coordinate workers’ compensation claims in collaboration with operations and insurance partners, ensuring timely documentation, compliance, and resolution tracking.
• Conduct regular audits across HR focus areas — including employee files, I-9s, headcount records, payroll data, and benefits eligibility — to ensure ongoing compliance and operational accuracy.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations leadership to support workforce planning, organizational changes, and process improvement initiatives.
• Pull payroll reports and verify employee data for accuracy prior to submission to Finance for processing; follow up on discrepancies as needed.
• Act as a liaison between employees and benefits providers, such as health insurance and retirement plan vendors, ensuring timely communication of benefits information.
• Generate and analyze HR reports related to headcount, attrition, leave trends, and other key metrics to support business decisions.
• Participate in policy updates and internal HR communications, helping ensure employees are informed and aligned.
• Support HR projects and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement across the department.
• Advise managers on HR-related matters, offering solutions that balance company policy, culture, and business objectives.
• Own the offboarding process, including termination entries, final pay updates, and system deactivation — with an emphasis on ensuring complete and accurate removal to prevent rostering or operational discrepancies.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned to support the overall efficiency of the Human Resources department and day-to-day operations.

What we’re looking for

• 2-4 years of Human Resources experience in Logistics, Start-up or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted; higher levels of education may substitute for required experience
• Associates Degree required with Bachelors degree preferred
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll management, human resource information system (HRIS), and similar computer applications.
• Hands-on experience handling workers’ compensation cases from intake to resolution.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Clear, confident communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A deep care for doing great work and taking pride in the details — you raise the bar for yourself and others.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Experience working with Transportation Network Company (TNC) guidelines is preferred but not required.

Why join us

At Atoms, you’ll work on one of the defining challenges of our time—bringing automation into the physical world to drive real, lasting impact. We exist to uncover valuable unknown truths and turn them into progress, which means constantly pushing beyond what’s known and building what doesn’t yet exist. The work is ambitious and often challenging, but it’s grounded in a shared sense of purpose and a team committed to seeing it through together. Our work only matters if it serves others, and we know that meaningful progress depends on the trust of the people we serve and the strength of our team—so we invest in both, creating an environment where you can do your best work and grow.

What else you need to know

This role is based in our Miamioffice. Atoms is a company driven by invention and continuous change - we are constantly reimagining our industries, building new products, and refining how we operate. We do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

The base salary range for this role is $90,000 - $120,000 per year.

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.

Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options).
• Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term).
• Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
• Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
• Pet insurance discount.
• 401(k).
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Time Off policies:
• Discretionary vacation days
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick time
• Paid Bereavement leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion. Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others?

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