HR Data Analyst

Netrolynx AI; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Oracle seeks a Principal HR Data Analyst to transform workforce data into strategic insights that guide HR and business decisions. You will build predictive models, scenario analyses, and forecasts using SQL, Python, and R, partnering with HRBPs and senior leaders to tackle talent management and workforce planning.

You will apply advanced analytics and AI/ML techniques to support talent acquisition, retention, compensation, and workforce optimization while ensuring data governance and ethical

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a quantitative discipline as listed.
• At least 8 years of experience in people analytics, workforce planning, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Partner with HR and leadership to define analyses across compensation, hiring, attrition, internal movement, and costs.
• Create scenario models, forecasts, and advanced analytics to evaluate talent decisions.
• Ingest and synthesize data from multiple sources into scalable models and visualizations.
• Act as SME on people data, methodologies, and tools for stakeholders.
• Apply SQL, Python, R, and Oracle analytics tools to identify trends and automate analyses.
• Explore AI/ML techniques for workforce insights with governance and ethics.
• Handle sensitive data with privacy and security considerations.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with ownership and rigor.
• Identify workforce trends and risks and recommend data-driven solutions.
• Present complex analyses clearly to executives.

Skills

Statistical modeling

Forecasting

Predictive analytics

AI/ML techniques

SQL

Python

R

Excel (Advanced)

Education

Advanced degree in Data Science / Statistics / Data Management / Economics / Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Tools

Oracle Analytics Cloud

OTBI

BI Publisher

SQL

Python

R

Excel

Job description

About The Company

Oracle is a global leader in enterprise technology, cloud solutions, and software services, dedicated to driving innovation and empowering businesses worldwide. With a rich history of delivering cutting-edge products and services, Oracle supports organizations across various industries in optimizing their operations, enhancing productivity, and achieving digital transformation. The company's commitment to excellence, sustainability, and customer satisfaction positions it as a trusted partner for businesses seeking scalable and reliable technology solutions.

About The Company

Oracle is a global leader in enterprise technology, cloud solutions, and software services, dedicated to driving innovation and empowering businesses worldwide. With a rich history of delivering cutting-edge products and services, Oracle supports organizations across various industries in optimizing their operations, enhancing productivity, and achieving digital transformation. The company's commitment to excellence, sustainability, and customer satisfaction positions it as a trusted partner for businesses seeking scalable and reliable technology solutions.

About The Role

The Principal HR Data Analyst at Oracle plays a pivotal role in transforming workforce data into strategic insights that inform critical HR and business decisions. This senior-level position involves leveraging advanced analytics, data science techniques, and workforce intelligence to provide actionable recommendations to HR leadership and business stakeholders. The role requires a collaborative approach, working closely with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) and senior leaders to address complex talent management, workforce planning, and organizational challenges.

In this capacity, the Principal HR Data Analyst combines strong business acumen with technical expertise to develop predictive models, scenario analyses, and forecasts that support talent acquisition, retention, compensation strategies, and workforce optimization initiatives. The role is integral to both ongoing and emerging analytical priorities, including workforce growth, cost management, attrition reduction, and high-impact talent initiatives. Success in this role demands a proactive mindset, analytical rigor, and the ability to independently translate ambiguous business questions into scalable, data-driven solutions.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess an advanced degree in Data Science, Statistics, Data Management, Economics, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related quantitative discipline. A minimum of 8 years of experience in people analytics, workforce planning, or related analytical fields is required. Proven expertise in statistical modeling, forecasting, predictive analytics, and scenario analysis is essential. Experience applying AI, machine learning, or generative AI techniques to business workflows is highly desirable.

Candidates must have experience analyzing workforce financial metrics such as compensation, hiring, attrition, and workforce costs. Familiarity with Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM, OTBI, BI Publisher, and Oracle Analytics Cloud is preferred. Strong technical skills in SQL, Python, R, advanced Excel, and statistical tools are necessary to identify trends, automate analyses, and develop forward-looking insights. Effective communication skills are vital for synthesizing complex data into clear narratives and visualizations tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Partner with HR and business leadership to define and resolve complex workforce questions by designing and interpreting analyses across compensation, hiring, attrition, internal movement, and workforce costs, supporting strategic decision-making.
• Create scenario models, forecasts, and advanced analytical techniques to evaluate the financial and operational impact of talent decisions, including hiring, employee movement, and compensation adjustments.
• Gather, integrate, and synthesize HR data from multiple sources, transforming large datasets into scalable models, actionable insights, and compelling data visualizations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on people data, analytical methodologies, and tools, providing guidance to stakeholders on appropriate metrics and analytical approaches for complex workforce questions.
• Apply advanced technical skills—including SQL, Python, R, and Oracle analytics tools—to identify trends, evaluate drivers, automate processes, and develop predictive insights.
• Explore and implement emerging analytical techniques such as AI and machine learning, ensuring responsible data governance, validation, and ethical use of employee data.
• Exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive employee information, adhering to data privacy, governance, and security standards.
• Manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating ownership, analytical rigor, and attention to detail.
• Proactively identify emerging workforce trends and risks through deep business understanding, consulting with HRBPs and leaders to recommend data-driven solutions.
• Communicate complex analyses effectively through executive-ready reports, presentations, and visualizations, facilitating clear understanding among diverse audiences.

Benefits

Oracle offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of its employees. This includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with expert medical opinions. Employees are covered by short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and AD&D coverage. Supplemental life insurance options are available for employees and their dependents.

Additional benefits include flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care, pre-tax commuter and parking benefits, and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions. Employees enjoy paid time off, including flexible vacation policies, paid holidays, and paid sick leave with rollover options. Parental leave, adoption assistance, employee stock purchase plans, and access to financial planning and legal resources are also provided. Voluntary benefits such as auto, homeowners, and pet insurance are available to enhance employee coverage.

Equal Opportunity

Oracle is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and equal opportunity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected class. Our hiring practices are designed to ensure fairness and equal access to employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances innovation, collaboration, and overall organizational success.