Equity Compensation Principal

As Via’s Equity Compensation Principal, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our global equity programs. You’ll be the go-to expert for the Morgan Stanley/E*TRADE platform, overseeing plan administration, transactions, reporting, and troubleshooting—all while elevating the employee experience across the organization.

Collaborating closely with Via’s People, Payroll, Finance, Legal, Tax, and IT teams, you’ll act as a trusted partner who enables data-driven decisions and seamless operations. With great judgment, attention to detail, and a process mindset, you’ll help shape an equity experience that aligns with Via’s mission

 What You’ll Do

• Manage daily operations of the company’s equity compensation programs (stock options, RSUs, ESPP, and other awards) using the Morgan Stanley/E*TRADE platform.
• Oversee and process all equity transactions, including grants, exercises, releases, and terminations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for employee questions regarding equity awards, tax treatment, and use of the Morgan Stanley/E*TRADE portal.
• Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements, tax rules, and company policies. Partner with Legal, Tax, Payroll, and Accounting teams to reconcile data and reporting.
• Support Finance team with quarterly stock-based compensation reporting and other equity-based reporting as needed.
• Serve as the main liaison with Morgan Stanley/E*TRADE to resolve system issues, implement upgrades, and coordinate ongoing plan enhancements.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, reconciliations, and process overviews.
• Maintain accurate participant data and reconcile records between HRIS, payroll, and the Morgan Stanley/E*TRADE system.

Who You Are

• Required: Hands-on experience with Morgan Stanley/E*TRADE equity compensation platform.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in stock plan administration, equity compensation, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of equity vehicles (options, RSUs, ESPP) and related tax/accounting implications.
• Proficiency in Excel and strong analytical/reporting skills.
• Knowledge of SEC, IRS, and global regulatory requirements affecting equity compensation.
• CEP (Certified Equity Professional) designation or progress toward CEP certification a plus.

Compensation and Benefits: 

• Final salary will be determined by the candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skills. Salary reflected does not include equity or variable pay, where applicable
• Salary Range: $90,000 - $150,000
• We are proud to offer a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including free medical plans and 401K matching.

We’re Via, and we build technology that changes the way the world moves. We pioneered the TransitTech category to ensure that the future of transportation is shared, dynamic public mobility — the kind that reduces carbon emissions across congested cities, minimizes reliance on private cars, and provides everyone with accessible, efficient, and affordable ways of getting around. 

We created the first end-to-end TransitTech solution for cities and transit agencies, offering world-class software, service design, and operational expertise to fundamentally improve the way the world moves.

Via was founded with the guiding principle that we go further when we go together. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. All backgrounds, identities, and voices are welcomed and celebrated at Via.

Ready to join the ride? 

Via is an equal opportunity employer.