Job Title: HR Generalist (Contractor)
Location: San Jose, California
Contract Duration: 6 months
Contract Tentative Start: March 2027
About the Role
SK hynix memory solutions America Inc. is seeking an HR Generalist (Contractor) to support day-to-day HR operations and employee programs across our technical and corporate organizations.
This role works closely with the HR Director, HR Business Partners, and cross-functional teams to deliver a positive employee experience and ensure accurate, timely execution of HR processes. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in HR operations, can independently manage routine responsibilities, and exercises sound judgment when handling sensitive matters or escalating issues.
Key ResponsibilitiesHR Operations and Employee Support
Serve as a point of contact for routine employee questions regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs, coordinating with the appropriate HR partners as needed.
Maintain accurate employee records, HR systems, and documentation while protecting confidential information.
Coordinate employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, employee changes, and offboarding.
Prepare HR correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documentation as needed.
Recruitment and Onboarding
Support recruiting activities, including job postings, candidate sourcing, initial resume screening, and interview coordination.
Maintain accurate candidate information and recruiting updates in the applicant tracking system.
Coordinate new hire paperwork, orientation, and onboarding logistics with hiring managers and internal teams.
Immigration Coordination
Coordinate with employees, HR partners, and external immigration counsel to collect documents and support immigration processes.
Track case progress, key deadlines, and work authorization expiration dates, following up with the appropriate stakeholders.
Maintain organized immigration records and route questions requiring legal interpretation to immigration counsel.
HR Programs and Employee Engagement
Support the execution of performance review cycles, employee surveys, training activities, and other HR programs.
Coordinate employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and company events.
Track program participation, collect feedback, and prepare summary reports to support continuous improvement.
HRBP and Cross-Functional Support
Support HRBPs with employee relations documentation, information gathering, and follow-up activities, escalating sensitive or complex matters appropriately.
Compile and summarize HR data, including headcount, turnover, and recruiting activity.
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Total Rewards, and other internal teams to resolve routine HR matters.
Identify opportunities to improve HR workflows, documentation, and the employee experience.
Required
2–4 years of relevant Human Resources experience, with hands-on experience in HR operations, employee support, or HR coordination.
Working knowledge of common HR practices and employee lifecycle processes.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and a service-oriented approach.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.
Ability to work independently on established processes and collaborate effectively across teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience using HR information systems and/or applicant tracking systems.
Preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
Experience in the semiconductor, high-tech, or a related industry.
Experience supporting engineering or technical teams.
Experience coordinating employment-based immigration matters with external counsel.
Experience supporting employee engagement initiatives, performance review cycles, or other HR programs.
SHRM-CP or a related HR certification.
Skills Required
- 2-4 years of relevant Human Resources experience, including HR operations, employee support, or HR coordination
- Working knowledge of common HR practices and employee lifecycle processes
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and a service-oriented approach
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment
- Ability to work independently on established processes and collaborate effectively across teams
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Experience using human resources information systems and/or applicant tracking systems
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
- Experience in the semiconductor, high-tech, or a related industry
- Experience supporting engineering or technical teams
- Experience coordinating employment-based immigration matters with external counsel
- Experience supporting employee engagement initiatives, performance review cycles, or other HR programs
- SHRM-CP or a related HR certification
SK hynix Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SK hynix and has not been reviewed or approved by SK hynix.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Profit-sharing linked to operating results and the removal of a bonus cap in Korea have produced very large payouts and materially boosted total compensation there. Reporting indicates these incentives have been especially favorable during the AI/HBM upcycle.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials highlight medical expense support and robust health coverage, and U.S. packages commonly include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. This strengthens the appeal of core benefits alongside cash compensation.
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Parental & Family Support — Programs in Korea include fertility support, extended childcare leave, and education grants for children through university. These family-forward policies expand benefits value beyond salary and bonuses.
SK hynix Insights
What We Do
Semiconductors are essential to all IT products, and its performance often determines the performance of the final products. SK hynix is a global leader in producing semiconductor, such as DRAM, NAND Flash and CMOS Image Sensors. With these technology driven semiconductor products, SK hynix has consistently led the industry and is now the second largest memory chip maker worldwide. IT devices become more pervasive as new imaginative and innovative IT products continue to grab imagination and desires of consumers. SK hynix has enhanced its competency with the best level of technology and a wide range of business portfolios in order to satisfy all those demand from customers. As a member of SK Group*, SK hynix is aiming at becoming the world’s best semiconductor company. SK hynix America Inc. operates as a subsidiary of SK Hynix Inc. *SK Group is one of South Korea's top five industrial conglomerates. It has about 40 affiliated companies, ranging from energy, telecommunications, finance, to construction.








