Workday HRIS Analyst

Applied Materials

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Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$140,500–$193,000 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
78 days ago
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Above market

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This role pays more than 76% of similar roles. Most pay $112,141–$162,125 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $167k versus about $137k for comparable roles.

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About Applied Materials

Applied Materials is the world''s largest supplier of equipment, services, and software for the semiconductor and display industries, enabling the production of chips and advanced displays. Industry: Semiconductor Equipment

Applied Materials currently has 337 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $124,000–$171,000 across 219 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Workday HRIS Analyst

Workday HRIS Analyst joins the HRIS team to support the configuration, maintenance, and enhancement of Workday Talent and Performance modules. This role focuses on ensuring data integrity and providing technology solutions to improve business processes. Key responsibilities include collaborating with HR SMEs to build workflows, documenting business requirements, and rolling out new functionality. The analyst performs thorough testing, including regression, unit, and user acceptance testing, while managing projects from design to implementation. Required skills include 5-7 years of experience as a Workday functional expert in talent management and reporting, along with proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Projects. The position addresses the technical challenge of transforming the technology landscape by identifying process gaps and managing data connections for payroll, time, and absence systems.

What you'll do

  • Configure, maintain, and enhance Workday Talent and Performance modules to ensure data integrity.
  • Translate stakeholder requests into documented business requirements and functional processes.
  • Build and document system workflows and procedures in partnership with HR SMEs.
  • Execute end-to-end testing including unit, regression, and User Acceptance Testing for new features.
  • Roll out new technology functionality to support specific HR initiatives and projects.
  • Monitor and recommend improvements for data quality, technology, and business processes.
  • Manage HR system projects from initial design through successful implementation.
  • Assess and develop out-of-the-box reporting and dashboards to meet business requirements.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred in Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Engineering (preferred).
  • 5-7 years of experience as a Workday functional expert in talent management and reporting.
  • Strong consultative skills and the ability to build relationships with HR and cross-functional partners.
  • Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to learn quickly and work within tight deadlines as a self-starter.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • Experienced in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Projects and other business tools.

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