HRIS Manager

TP-Link; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k contributions

Paid vacation

Wellness program

Team events

Job summary

TP-Link Systems Inc. is hiring a hands-on HRIS Manager to drive global Workday deployment, optimization, and day-to-day HR tech operations. You will bridge HR, IT, and vendors to ensure stable systems and scalable HR processes across regions.

The ideal candidate has deep Workday expertise, strong HR process knowledge, and a track record of managing global HR systems in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of progressive HRIS experience with Workday, including hands-on configuration & Implementation.
• Deep functional expertise in Core HCM and Absence tracking.
• Strong experience with Workday Business Process Framework, security, reporting, and integrations.
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into scalable system solutions.
• Experience supporting large, multi-entity organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead global Workday strategy, governance, and HR technology roadmap.
• Own Workday platform globally; partner with executives to improve employee experience.
• Manage configuration, security roles, and tenant management across regions.
• Coordinate Workday deployments, country rollouts, and vendor partnerships.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and data governance across HR systems.

Skills

Workday experience

HRIS management

Core HCM & Absence

Security & governance

Integrations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday

Job description

Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi-Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint.

We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.

Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.

About the Role:

We are seeking a hands-on, experienced HRIS Manager to drive the global deployment, optimization, and day-to-day operations of our HR technology ecosystem, with Workday as the core HCM platform.

This role will act as a key bridge between HR, IT, business leaders, and external vendors, ensuring stable system operations, scalable HR processes, and successful implementation across multiple countries and regions.

The ideal candidate is a strong executor with deep Workday expertise, solid HR process understanding, and proven experience in managing global HR systems in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Global Workday Strategy & Governance
• Serve as the global owner of the Workday platform and overall HR technology roadmap.
• Develop and maintain HRIS governance standards, security protocols, and change management processes.
• Partner with executive leadership to identify technology solutions that improve employee experience and business outcomes.
• Establish system standards and best practices across global entities.

Workday Implementation & Global Expansion

• Lead Workday implementation activities, global rollouts, country deployments, and future module expansions.
• Partner with implementation partners and vendors to ensure successful delivery of Workday milestones.
• Translate business requirements into scalable Workday solutions that support global operations.
• Support post-go-live optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.

System Administration & Configuration

• Manage configuration and administration of Workday modules including Core HCM, Recruiting, Talent, Onboarding, Time Tracking, Absence, Payroll, Benefits, Performance, and Learning.
• Configure and maintain business processes, security roles, organizations, and tenant management activities.
• Perform system audits and ensure compliance with internal controls and governance standards.
• Maintain system documentation and configuration inventories.

Reporting, Analytics & Data Governance

• Develop and maintain advanced Workday reports, dashboards, scorecards, and calculated fields.
• Provide workforce analytics and reporting insights to support strategic business decisions.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and audit readiness across all HR systems.
• Establish data governance standards and reporting frameworks.

Integrations & HR Technology Ecosystem

• Manage integrations between Workday and third-party systems including payroll, benefits, recruiting, learning, and identity management platforms.
• Partner with IT to troubleshoot and resolve integration issues.
• Support vendor management and evaluation of new HR technology solutions.
• Ensure seamless data flow across the HR technology landscape.

Project Management & Change Leadership

• Lead HR technology projects from requirements gathering through implementation and stabilization.
• Manage project plans, risks, resources, timelines, and vendor deliverables.
• Coordinate testing activities including unit testing, regression testing, and user acceptance testing.
• Develop training, communications, and adoption strategies to support organizational change.

People Leadership (Future State)

• Provide leadership and direction for future HRIS team growth.
• Mentor and develop HRIS analysts and administrators as the function expands.
• Establish service delivery standards and performance metrics for HR technology support.

Required

• Bachelor's degree required; preferably in HR, Information Systems, Business, or related field.
• 5-7+ years of progressive HRIS experience with Workday, including hands-on configuration & Implementation.
• Deep functional expertise in Core HCM and Absence tracking.
• Strong experience with Workday Business Process Framework, security, reporting, and integrations.
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into scalable system solutions.
• Experience supporting large, complex organizations and multi-entity environments.

Preferred

• Workday certifications (Time Tracking, Payroll, and Benefits).
• Experience leading FLSA compliance initiatives and payroll-related regulatory changes.
• Background supporting mergers, acquisitions, or large-scale system rollouts.
• Strong project management skills and experience working with cross-functional stakeholders.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking with hands-on execution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and data integrity

Why Join Us

• Own and shape the future of HR technology for the organization
• Lead impactful Workday initiatives with enterprise visibility
• Collaborate with senior leaders to drive real business outcomes
• Opportunity to build, mentor, and grow an HRIS team

Compensation: $115,000- $150,000

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial premium coverage for dependents)
• Contributions to 401k funds (Quarterly Employer Contributions)
• 15 days accrued vacation
• 11 paid holidays
• Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership
• Quarterly team-building events