Senior HRIS Analyst, Workday & Global Impact - Remote

WD

San Jose (CA)

On-site

USD 164,000 - 218,700

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

WD is seeking a Sr. Business Analyst to shape HR technology strategy and optimize Workday HCM globally.

You will translate complex HR needs into scalable Workday solutions, partner with HR and IT across functions, and lead initiatives from requirements to deployment while promoting process improvements and user adoption. You will collaborate on configuring Workday, manage security, and drive analytics-enabled HR insights, ensuring compliant, scalable HR technology programs for employees

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, CS, HR, or related field.
Experience as a Business Analyst/HRIS Analyst with Workday HCM Core.
Hands-on Workday HCM configuration (BPF, security, core modules).
Knowledge of Compensation, Performance & Development, Succession, Absence, Benefits.
Experience building Workday reports & integrations.
Understanding of HR systems architecture, data analytics, and cloud security.
Proven track record delivering HR system projects in global environments.
Leading HR tech projects from requirements to deployment.
Experience with testing, documentation, and system support.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Partner with HR and cross-functional stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document requirements for Workday and HR technology initiatives.
Configure, maintain, and optimize Workday HCM Core modules including processes, security, organizations, staffing, job profiles, positions, and advanced compensation.
Advise stakeholders on Workday best practices while driving process improvements, automation opportunities, and continuous optimization.
Lead HR system projects from requirements gathering to deployment with cross-functional teams.
Develop change management plans, training resources, and facilitate user adoption of new HR technologies.