Varicent Operations Support Specialist

Socket.dev; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Varicent Operations Support Specialist to provide on-site operational support for the client’s incentive compensation system in Plano, TX. This 1-year contract role collaborates with business users, IT, and Varicent’s vendor to ensure timely issue resolution, accurate data processing, and system stability.

The candidate will manage data flows from the DataHub, transform data with Alteryx, and support cycle events with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in system operations, data processing, business support, or related fields.
• Ability to work on-site in Plano, Texas alongside business users.
• Hands-on experience with Varicent or similar incentive/commission management systems.
• Proficiency with Alteryx Designer for data transformation and workflow automation.
• Understanding of enterprise data pipelines and DataHub or equivalent.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with non-technical business users.
• Ability to collaborate with external vendors and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily on-site support to business users and resolve Varicent issues.
• Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams.
• Collect, analyze, and document requirements for system improvements or process changes.
• Support user communication, training, and guidance during monthly incentive cycles or system updates.
• Execute operational tasks within Varicent, including data loads, calculation cycles, workflow monitoring, and validation activities.
• Understand Varicent model structures, calculation logic, and data flows to support troubleshooting and continuity.
• Identify system defects, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate resolution with Argano and internal teams.
• Conduct functional testing for new features, enhancements, and bug fixes.
• Process and validate data received from the DataHub platform.
• Develop and maintain Alteryx workflows for data cleansing, transformation, and automation.
• Ensure data accuracy and completeness for Varicent ingestion and incentive calculation.
• Investigate data discrepancies and resolve upstream issues with data engineering teams.
• Create and maintain documentation for procedures, data flows, and troubleshooting guidelines.

Skills

Varicent experience

Alteryx Designer

Data transformation

DataHub knowledge

ITIL

Vendor coordination

Documentation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Tools

Varicent Modeler

Varicent Administration

Workday

Job description

Job Details

• Job Title: Varicent Operations Support Specialist
• Client: Korean IT Services and IT Consulting
• Working Location: Plano, TX 75023
• Working Style: On-site
• Employment Type: 1 year Contract / W-2
• Salary: $75,000 to 85,000/ year (DOE)
• Benefit: No Insurance but 401K Match
• Visa Support: No
• Working Hours: 9AM to 6PM
• Language: English

Position Summary

The Varicent Operations Support Specialist is responsible for delivering on‑site operational support for the client's incentive compensation management system, Varicent. This role works directly with business users at the field support location, ensuring timely issue resolution, accurate data processing, and effective communication across business teams, internal IT, and external technology partners. The specialist will manage data flows from the client's internal DataHub platform, utilize Alteryx for data transformation, and collaborate with Varicent’s technical vendor (Argano) to support system enhancements, defect resolution, and overall operational stability. On‑site role located in Plano, TX, working directly with business teams. Monthly incentive cycle may require flexible working hours during peak periods.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily on‑site support to business users, addressing inquiries and resolving Varicent‑related operational issues.
• Serve as the primary communication channel between business stakeholders and IT teams.
• Collect, analyze, and document business requirements for system improvements or process changes.
• Support user communication, training, and guidance during monthly incentive cycles or system updates.
• Execute operational tasks within Varicent, including data loads, calculation cycles, workflow monitoring, send workflow acknowledgements and validation activities.
• Understand Varicent model structures, calculation logic, and data flows to support troubleshooting and operational continuity.
• Identify system defects, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate resolution with Argano and internal technical teams.
• Conduct functional testing for new features, enhancements, and bug fixes.
• Process and validate data received from the client's internal DataHub platform.
• Develop and maintain Alteryx workflows for data cleansing, transformation, and automation.
• Ensure data accuracy and completeness for Varicent ingestion and incentive calculation.
• Investigate data discrepancies and collaborate with data engineering teams to resolve upstream issues.
• Act as the primary liaison with Varicent’s technical partner, Argano, for issue resolution and system improvements.
• Work closely with internal IT, data engineering, and business operations teams to maintain system reliability.
• Create and maintain documentation for operational procedures, data flows, and troubleshooting guidelines.

The Right Candidate Will Possess

A proactive, detail-oriented professional with strong communication, ownership, and problem‑solving skills who can collaborate effectively across business and technical teams.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 3 years of experience in system operations, data processing, business support, or related fields.
• Ability to work on‑site in Plano, Texas alongside business users.
• Hands‑on experience with Varicent or similar incentive/commission management systems.
• Proficiency with Alteryx Designer for data transformation and workflow automation.
• Understanding of enterprise data pipelines and platforms (DataHub or equivalent).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with non‑technical business users.
• Ability to collaborate with external vendors and cross‑functional teams.
• English proficiency for communication with global stakeholders.
• Experience with Varicent Modeler or Varicent Administration.
• Familiarity with enterprise systems such as Workday or other operational platforms.
• Knowledge of incentive compensation processes or sales performance management.
• Experience with ITIL‑based operational processes.
• Strong documentation and process improvement skills.

Important Notice

No C2C: We do not accept Corp-to-Corp (C2C) arrangements for this position.