Meet Supriya, an integral part of Roblox's journey in HRIS, specializing in payroll and compensation. At Roblox, Supriya leads a dynamic compensation team, fostering a culture of creativity and innovation.
At Roblox, Supriya operates within a larger compensation team, currently focused on building innovative solutions. The team conducts four equity refresh cycles and emphasizes creativity in compensation practices. These cycles provide employees with opportunities for ongoing growth and reward performance, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and development.
Central to Roblox's compensation philosophy is its performance-driven culture. The company's performance management system is not only continuous but also growth-oriented. This means that compensation decisions are tied to individual performance and progression, fostering a sense of accountability within the organization.
When it comes to adopting new tools, Roblox weighs the option to build or buy carefully. Building allows for niche customization but can be more expensive, while buying can offer complementary solutions. Ground principles guide decision-making, ensuring alignment with long-term business needs. Some of these ground principles include:
Success of these tools at Roblox is not just about implementation but also about continuous improvement. Supriya outlines the importance of clear objectives, performance metrics, stakeholder engagement, and qualitative feedback in tracking the success of tools. Benchmarking tool utilization and incorporating time and checkpoints are critical in assessing long-term effectiveness. By building ambassadors across departments and employing a "disagree and commit" strategy, Roblox ensures seamless adoption while preventing tool fatigue and confusion.
In the rapidly evolving tech landscape, continuous learning and proactive engagement are key. Supriya advises total rewards leaders to prioritize learning, seek out trends, and engage with vendors to stay ahead of the curve and drive innovation in compensation strategies.
Supriya's journey at Roblox showcases the importance of creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning in driving innovation in compensation practices. By embracing change, fostering stakeholder alignment, and staying ahead of trends, total rewards leaders can navigate complexities and drive success in the ever-evolving world of HR. To learn more, watch the recording to the webinar here.
