Lydia Tang
About Lydia Tang
Lydia Tang serves as the Senior Director of People Operations at Day One Biopharmaceuticals, bringing extensive experience from various roles in the biotech, gaming, and technology sectors. She has a strong background in HR infrastructure, employee engagement, and total rewards strategy.
Work at Day One Biopharmaceuticals
Lydia Tang serves as the Senior Director of People Operations at Day One Biopharmaceuticals. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company's HR strategies and initiatives. Prior to this role, she was the Director of People Operations at the same organization from 2021 to 2022. Her work focuses on enhancing employee engagement and optimizing HR processes to align with the company's growth objectives.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Lydia Tang has a diverse background in human resources, having worked in various capacities across multiple industries. She was an HRIS Program Manager at VMware, Inc. from 2010 to 2014, where she managed Workday implementations. She also held the position of Global People Operations & Technology at MyoKardia from 2016 to 2021. Additionally, she worked at Electronic Arts, Inc. in Global Talent Management from 2007 to 2010 and served as Director of People Operations Programs at Zynga from 2014 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Lydia Tang earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from San Francisco State University. She possesses extensive expertise in HR operations, including total rewards strategy, benefits, and compensation management. Her knowledge extends to employee engagement, talent management, and people analytics, enabling her to effectively support organizational growth and employee satisfaction.
Background in Biotech, Gaming, and Technology Industries
Lydia Tang has accumulated significant experience in the biotech, gaming, and technology sectors. Her career spans various roles that emphasize scaling HR infrastructure and processes. This background equips her with a comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within these industries, allowing her to implement effective HR strategies tailored to each environment.
Specialization in HR Operations
Lydia Tang specializes in system implementation, process improvement, and program management within HR operations. Her focus on enhancing operational efficiency has been pivotal in her previous roles, where she has successfully led initiatives to streamline HR processes. Her expertise in HR Business Partnership, Learning & Development, HRIS, and HR Operations further supports her ability to drive impactful HR solutions.