Director, HR Technology

About the role

Applied Materials is hiring a Director, HR Technology to lead the design and implementation of a scalable, global HR technology ecosystem that supports operational excellence and employee experience. The role involves building and leading a team of HRIS analysts and HR technology professionals, and driving enhancements to HR processes through automation and emerging technologies. The position is full-time, with travel of about 25% of the time and relocation eligibility.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the continual design and implementation of a scalable, global HR technology ecosystem.
• Provide strategic input into the HR technology roadmap with Employee Experience leads and other stakeholders.
• Build, lead and inspire a team of HRIS analysts and HR technology professionals.
• Enhance HR processes to support scalability, automation and continuous improvement.
• Apply emerging technologies, including AI tools, to improve technical process execution and service delivery.
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence, HR Business Partners and IT to turn business needs into technology solutions.
• Manage the intake, prioritization and delivery of HR technology and continuous improvement projects, and oversee their execution with IT and cross-functional teams.

Required profile

• Minimum of 10-12+ years of progressive experience in HR Technology, with a strong leadership track record.
• Deep understanding of global HR systems, processes and data governance.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end HR technology projects, including requirements gathering, design validation, UAT and deployment.
• Recognized as a subject matter expert in HR technology, able to partner with the Data & Analytics team on data integrity, security and compliance.
• Ability to lead, mentor and develop a team of HR technology professionals.

Required skills

• Deep technical expertise in Workday; leading Workday implementations or transformations is highly desirable.
• Experience with platforms such as ServiceNow, Eightfold and other HR technologies is a strong plus.
• Strategic thinking, analytical skills and excellent verbal and written communication.

What we offer

• Salary of $172,000 to $236,500, depending on location, hire grade, knowledge, skills and experience.
• A comprehensive benefits package, with possible bonus and stock award program participation.