Applied Materials Director HR Technology Leader - onsite based position United States, California 86775307
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Strategic Leadership:
Lead the strategic planning and execution of enterprise-wide HR technology initiatives, including platforms such as Workday, ServiceNow, LMS, and other integrated enterprise systems.
Define and drive the digital roadmap to align HR technology solutions with business objectives and future scalability.
Architecture & Integration Expertise
Serve as a subject matter expert in HR system architecture and integrations, advising on best practices, long-term sustainability, and enterprise alignment.
Facilitate architectural reviews and technical design discussions to ensure robust, scalable, and secure solutions.
Ensure seamless data flow and synchronization across HR, IT, and business systems through effective cross-platform integration management.
Innovation & Optimization
Identify and implement opportunities to streamline HR processes, enhance system performance, and drive innovation across the enterprise ecosystem.
Lead the implementation of scalable AI solutions to improve productivity and efficiency across HR business processes.
Drive continuous improvement through automation, analytics, and process optimization.
Platform Oversight & Delivery
Oversee system configuration, user provisioning, content deployment, and advanced reporting to ensure optimal platform functionality and user experience.
Translate business requirements into scalable technology solutions that elevate employee experience and operational productivity.
Governance & Compliance
Ensure all HR technology implementations comply with legal, security, and data governance standards.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Collaborate with business stakeholders to refine requirements, prioritize initiatives, and deliver impactful solutions.
Mentor and guide solution architects, functional analysts, and technical teams to solve high-value business challenges and foster a culture of excellence.
Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Human Resources Technology, or a related field. (Required)
Over 10+ years of experience implementing and managing large-scale Workday solutions across enterprise environments ( Required )
Possesses deep expertise in end-to-end HR business processes, with a strong understanding of how technology enables and enhances each stage of the employee lifecycle.
Proven experience with systems architecture, design, and/or integrations across platforms such as Workday and ServiceNow. (Required)
Implementation knowledge of AI in HR and Workday Extend is preferred
Strong background in API management, middleware, and enterprise integration frameworks.
Demonstrated ability to partner with cross-functional business and technical teams to design and deliver scalable solutions.
Experience leading technical discussions with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Passion for exceptional customer service and customer collaboration
Ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously
Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Good problem solver with ability to consider alternative and diverse perspectives customer expectations
Interpersonal Skills:
Negotiates and influences the opinions of others at the senior executive level and in external organizations, exercises sensitivity to the audience.
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