Senior HR Technology & Operations Analyst

Green Dot Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Green Dot Corporation in the United States is seeking an experienced HR Technology and Operations leader to design and scale modern, data-driven HR programs while shaping performance, rewards, and organizational effectiveness. This role centers on Workday expertise, data governance, and delivering dashboards that inform workforce planning and compliance.

The position follows a structured hybrid schedule—minimum three days in the office with flexibility for remote days—supporting Green Dot's

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands‑on Workday experience
• Experience with system configuration, reporting, and process optimization
• Expertise in at least one Workday module (HCM, Compensation, Payroll, etc.)
• Advanced reporting skills (calculated fields, dashboards)
• Experience with integrations (EIB, Workday Studio, APIs, PECI)
• Strong understanding of HR operations and data integrity
• Strong initiative and ownership mindset—you take action and drive outcomes
• Critical thinker who can connect technology, data, and business strategy
• Comfortable working independently with minimal direction
• Able to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Own & optimize Workday across Core HCM, Compensation, Payroll, Recruiting, Benefits, Talent
• Configure, test, and deploy system enhancements to improve business outcomes
• Maintain business processes, security roles, and data governance for accuracy and scalability
• Analyze HR processes end-to-end and implement automation and efficiency improvements
• Identify root causes of issues and deliver sustainable, scalable solutions
• Enhance employee and manager experience through streamlined MSS/ESS processes
• Build advanced reports and dashboards to support business decisions
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
• Strengthen reporting frameworks for workforce planning and compliance
• Manage and enhance Workday integrations (EIB, APIs, Studio, PECI)
• Partner with IT and vendors to ensure reliable system performance
• Lead HR technology initiatives, including upgrades and transformations
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Payroll, IT, and Legal

Skills

Workday experience

Reporting & dashboards

Configuration & optimization

Integrations (EIB, Studio, APIs, PECI)

Data governance

Ownership & initiative

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Workday Studio

APIs

EIB

PECi

Job description

We're looking for talented professionals to join us in bringing smart money management and payment solutions to everyone's fingertips.

This position is classified as structured hybrid, with an expectation of a minimum of three (3) days per week working in the office and flexibility to work remotely on the remaining days. On-site expectations may evolve over time to support business needs, with clear communication provided in advance.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Location Requirement

This position is open only to candidates who can work in one of the following approved locations:

Los Angeles, CA (West LA); San Francisco, CA (SoMa); San Diego, CA; Birmingham, AL (Downtown); or Tampa, FL (Westshore District)

Job Summary

At Green Dot, we're transforming how HR operates modernizing our systems, processes, and employee experience to support long-term growth. This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in shaping HR Technology & Operations strategy during a pivotal transformation. You'll help design and scale modern, data-driven HR programs while influencing how we measure performance, reward talent, and drive organizational effectiveness. We're looking for a highly motivated, solutions-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy, ownership, and accountability.

Why Join Green Dot

• Play a visible role in a high-impact HR transformation
• Shape how HR technology supports business performance and growth
• Work in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment
• Build scalable solutions that directly improve the employee experience

Key Responsibilities

Own & Optimize HR Technology

• Serve as a Workday subject matter expert across key modules (Core HCM, Compensation, Payroll, Recruiting, Benefits, Talent)
• Configure, test, and deploy system enhancements that improve business outcomes
• Maintain business processes, security roles, and data governance to ensure accuracy and scalability

Drive Process Improvement

• Analyze HR processes end-to-end and implement automation and efficiency improvements
• Identify root causes of issues and deliver sustainable, scalable solutions
• Enhance employee and manager experience through streamlined MSS/ESS processes

Deliver Data & Insights

• Build advanced reports and dashboards to support business decisions
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
• Strengthen reporting frameworks that support workforce planning and compliance

Support Integrations & Systems

• Manage and enhance Workday integrations (EIB, APIs, Studio, PECI)
• Partner with IT and vendors to ensure reliable, seamless system performance

Lead Key Initiatives

• Support or lead HR technology initiatives, including system upgrades, enhancements, and transformation efforts
• Partner cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Payroll, IT, and Legal

What Success Looks Like (12–18 Months)

• You are the trusted go-to expert for Workday and HR technology solutions
• You've delivered meaningful automation and process improvements that increase efficiency and reduce risk
• You consistently provide data-driven insights that influence decisions
• You operate independently and proactively identify opportunities to improve systems and processes
• You build strong partnerships and are viewed as a strategic contributor not just an administrator

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands‑on Workday experience
• Experience with system configuration, reporting, and process optimization
• Expertise in at least one Workday module (HCM, Compensation, Payroll, etc.)
• Advanced reporting skills (calculated fields, dashboards)
• Experience with integrations (EIB, Workday Studio, APIs, PECI)
• Strong understanding of HR operations and data integrity
• Strong initiative and ownership mindset—you take action and drive outcomes
• Critical thinker who can connect technology, data, and business strategy
• Comfortable working independently with minimal direction
• Able to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Information Systems, or related field
• Experience supporting Workday implementations, upgrades, or M&A integrations
• Familiarity with Agile or structured project delivery approaches

Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Ability to meet the location requirement outlined above

POSITION TYPE

Regular

PAY RANGE

The targeted full‑time base salary for this position is $97,100 to $145,500 per year. The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.