Sr HRIS Analyst - Fremont, CA or Plano/Dallas, TX (Workday)
Delta Electronics Americas$78k-$110k / yr
- California
- Texas
About the role
This onsite role is based in Fremont, CA or Plano/Dallas, TX and requires 8+ years of HRIS experience, including 3–5 years configuring Workday. You will own Workday Core HCM, Payroll, Compensation, Absence, Time Tracking, integrations, and EIBs, while supporting iCIMS and internally developed HR systems. The role also leads reporting, security, data governance, automation, UAT, releases, and production migrations.
We are seeking a hands-on Senior HRIS Analyst to serve as the system owner for our Workday HCM platform while supporting HR processes that extend into several internally developed (home-grown) systems.
This is a senior, solution-oriented role for someone who understands system design, integrations, data governance, and cross-functional HR operations. You will partner closely with HR, IT, Finance, and external vendors to ensure data integrity, compliance, and seamless system operations across our HR technology ecosystem.
In this role, you will help drive Workday best practices, influence syste m strategy, and translate complex business objectives into scalable technical solutions. You will also play a key role in maintaining platform health, improving product quality, and accelerating time-to-value through automation, integrations, and continuous optimization.
Key Responsibilities
Own configuration and continuous optimization of Workday Core HCM, Payroll, Compensation, Absence, Time Tracking, integrations, and EIBs
Design and enhance business processes, security roles, and data governance to ensure system integrity and scalability
Develop advanced custom reports, calculated fields, and dashboards to deliver actionable operational insights
Perform day-to-day troubleshooting across Payroll, Benefits, ATS (iCIMS), and internal system integrations
Coordinate and regularly participate in meetings with Corporate HRIS and global stakeholders to align system strategy, standards, and ongoing initiatives
Support and maintain internally developed (home-grown) HR systems, and provide backup support to current system stakeholders to ensure operational continuity
Support HR operations that span Workday and internally developed HR systems
Drive AI and automation enablement by identifying opportunities to enhance processes through AI features, RPA, and system-driven automation
Act as a consulting advisor to HR leaders and business stakeholders by delivering custom analytics and problem-solving sessions, and by communicating complex insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Lead end-to-end HRIS initiatives including UAT testing, release management, and production migrations
Document system architecture, operational processes, and knowledge transfer materials to ensure continuity and platform health
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related technical/analytical field
Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on Workday HCM configuration experience and 8+ years of overall HRIS experience
Strong expertise in Core HCM, Payroll, Compensation, Absence, Time Tracking, integrations, and EIBs
Proven experience translating HR business requirements into scalable technical solutions
Deep knowledge of Workday business processes, security framework, reporting, and calculated fields
Experience supporting Payroll, Benefits, and ATS (iCIMS) integrations across multiple systems
Strong HR domain expertise with the ability to influence and promote Workday best practices
Experience working across multiple HR platforms (Workday and internally developed systems)
Ability to thrive in complex, fast-paced technical environments
Excellent cross-functional communication, analytical thinking, and advanced troubleshooting skills
Pay Range
USD $78,000.00 - USD $110,000.00 /Yr.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Information Systems, HR Technology, Business Analytics, or related field
Workday Pro Certifications (HCM, Payroll, Integrations, and Benefits)
Experience leveraging Workday Illuminate (AI) features to enhance HR operations and user experience
Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English, with the ability to effectively bridge communication between Corporate and the U.S. region in the HRIS domain, facilitating alignment on requirements, system changes, and operational processes
Exposure to automation tools such as UiPath, n8n, and analytics tools such as Power BI, or other AI-driven solutions within HR environments
Experience working in manufacturing or technology organizations with complex, multi-system landscapes