Sr. Staff People Systems Analyst Jobs

Archer Aviation

Location:
United States, San Jose

Category:
Human Resources

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

163000.00 - 204000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

We are seeking a Sr. Staff People Systems Analyst (Sr. Staff HRIS Analyst) who responsible for Archer Aviation’s Workday HCM platform strategy, architecture, and execution. This is a hands-on role that partners with the HR Operations team and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, efficient, and compliant HR technology solutions. This role will drive the HR technology roadmap, support Workday HCM, Time Tracking, Benefits, and Absence modules, and ensure our systems and processes meet business needs. The analyst will lead continuous process improvement initiatives, vendor evaluations, change management efforts, and governance, while championing efficiency, automation, and scalability.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of Workday HCM, Time Tracking, Benefits, and Absence modules, as well as related HR systems
Translate HR business objectives into Workday solutions with clear scope, deliverables, timelines, resources, and success measures
Partner with HR leadership to create and execute a scalable HR technology roadmap and governance structure, ensuring alignment with company strategy
Oversee day-to-day operations, configuration, and support for Workday and related systems (e.g., Greenhouse, other HR platforms)
Act as subject matter expert (SME) for HCM, Adv. Comp, Benefits, Absence, and Time Tracking, supporting complex data management, workflows, and reporting
Partner with HR and Payroll teams on process improvements and ensure system configuration supports business needs
Stay current on Workday releases, evaluate new features, and implement relevant enhancements to improve functionality and user experience
Serve as a trusted advisor on HR process optimization, automation, and standardization while balancing business flexibility needs
Drive adoption of HR technology best practices and ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with internal policies
Provide cross-functional expertise and Workday knowledge to HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT stakeholders
Ensure all Workday system changes follow SOX control requirements, including proper documentation, peer reviews, approvals, and controlled migrations
Participate in internal and external audits, provide evidence of compliance, and remediate any identified gaps
Maintain access control and security configuration in line with segregation-of-duties requirements
Develop, maintain, and optimize advanced Workday reports and dashboards for HR, Finance, and business leaders
Support compliance reporting, regulatory filings, and ad-hoc data requests

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, or related field
15+ years of global HRIS experience, with deep hands-on expertise in Workday HCM, Adv Comp, Benefits, Absence, and Time Tracking (Payroll experience strongly preferred)
Proven ability to lead Workday implementations, upgrades, and configurations with a focus on user experience and scalability
Strong technical problem-solving and project management skills, with ability to balance strategic and tactical priorities
Demonstrated ability to partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT teams to drive adoption and deliver value
Expertise in data integrity, security, testing of system changes, report writing, and process improvement
Familiarity with SOX compliance and HR system change control requirements
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence at all levels
Highly organized, collaborative, and process-oriented approach to work in a fast-paced environment
Workday certifications in HCM, Benefits, Time Tracking, and Absence strongly preferred
Compensation certification is a plus
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn and adapt quickly

Nice to have:

Payroll experience
Workday certifications in HCM, Benefits, Time Tracking, and Absence
Compensation certification

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 06, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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