Overview
We are seeking a forward-thinking Director of HR Technology to lead the strategy, optimization, and innovation of our HR systems ecosystem, with a strong emphasis on Workday, AI enablement, and data-driven decision making. This leader will oversee a team of 5 and play a critical role in transforming how HR leverages technology, automation, and analytics to drive business outcomes.
This is a highly hands-on leadership role, blending strategy, architecture, and execution.
Onsite 4 days in Irvine, CA
Compensation - $180-200k + 20-30% bonus
Key Responsibilities
HR Technology Strategy & Leadership
- Define and execute the HR technology roadmap, centered on maximizing the value of Workday and adjacent platforms
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of 5 HRIS/HR Tech professionals
- Act as a strategic partner to HR, IT, Finance, and business leaders to align technology solutions with organizational priorities
- Evaluate and implement emerging technologies, with a focus on AI, machine learning, and intelligent automation
AI & Digital Transformation
- Identify and deploy AI-driven solutions across HR (e.g., talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee experience, and service delivery)
- Lead initiatives around predictive analytics, generative AI, and process automation to improve efficiency and insights
- Partner with IT and data teams to ensure responsible AI governance, data privacy, and ethical use
- Continuously assess market trends and innovations to keep the organization at the forefront of HR tech evolution
Workday Optimization & Delivery
- Own the configuration, enhancement, and ongoing optimization of Workday (Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Talent, Payroll, etc.)
- Ensure system scalability, performance, and alignment with business processes
- Oversee releases, upgrades, integrations, and vendor management
- Drive adoption through user-centric design, training, and change management
Data, Analytics & Insights
- Establish a robust HR data and analytics strategy, leveraging Workday and BI tools
- Build and scale dashboards, KPIs, and reporting capabilities to support executive decision-making
- Lead efforts in data governance, data quality, and data integrity across HR systems
- Translate complex data into actionable insights for business leaders
Operational Excellence
- Ensure operational efficiency of HR systems, including SLAs, support models, and issue resolution
- Drive continuous improvement through automation and streamlined workflows
- Manage budget, vendors, and external partners
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in HR Technology / HRIS, with deep expertise in Workday
- Proven experience leading and developing teams (minimum team size: 3–5+)
- Strong background in HR data analytics, reporting, and workforce insights
- Demonstrated experience implementing or leveraging AI/ML technologies in HR environments
- Hands-on experience with system configuration, integrations, and architecture
- Strong understanding of HR functional areas (Total Rewards, Talent, Payroll, etc.)
- Experience partnering cross-functionally with IT, Finance, and business stakeholders
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at executive levels
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Workday Prism Analytics, Adaptive Planning, or similar tools
- Familiarity with data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
- Experience in digital transformation or large-scale HR system implementations
- Knowledge of data privacy regulations and AI governance frameworks
