Senior HRIS Analyst

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.

The Senior HRIS Analyst is the person who makes sure our People systems work the way they should: accurate, efficient, and easy for employees to use. You'll spend part of your time ensuring day-to-day operations running smoothly and part of your time improving on status quo: building new workflows, cleaning up data, and finding ways to make processes less manual and more scalable.

Process Ownership and Improvement

• Lead the design, build, and rollout of new People technology solutions that support a growing and global workforce. Translate business needs into system requirements and deliver clean, scalable solutions that improve how we work.
• Build and maintain integrations between People systems (HRIS, ATS, compensation tools, performance management platforms) to create smooth, accurate data flow across the company.
• Configure timekeeping and compliance policies in the system to support a growing hourly workforce, ensuring accurate pay, scheduling, and compliance with labor regulations.
• Identify manual, error-prone processes and lead automation projects that reduce administrative work and improve data accuracy.
• Partner with stakeholders to redesign People processes where needed, making them simple, scalable, and compliant with internal policies and regulations.
• Own change management for system updates and new technology implementations by creating rollout plans, communications, and training that ensure a smooth transition and strong adoption.
• Conduct regular system audits, reconciliations, and testing to maintain accurate, compliant, and secure People data.
• Maintain clear documentation of system configurations, workflows, and policies so they are easy to reference and update as we grow.
• Stay current on product releases, patches, and industry best practices, proactively recommending opportunities to improve system performance and internal workflows.

HRIS Management and Technical Support

• Act as a primary administrator for People systems, including configuration, user permissions, organizational structures, and master data.
• Troubleshoot issues promptly, document resolutions, and implement preventative measures to avoid repeat problems.
• Build and maintain dashboards and reports that give the People team, PBPs, Finance, and leadership clear, actionable insights on headcount, hiring, attrition, compensation, and more.
• Provide expert support and training to People team members and managers, ensuring they are confident using systems and have what they need to be successful.
• Develop and maintain a library of job aids, process documentation, and knowledge base articles to enable self-service.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate with IT, Payroll, Finance, Legal, and Data teams to ensure People systems integrate seamlessly with company infrastructure and support business goals.
• Partner with People leadership to prioritize system enhancements and technology investments that enable us to scale effectively.
• Manage vendor relationships by monitoring SLAs, coordinating on issue resolution, and influencing vendor roadmaps to meet business needs.
• Work with cross-functional partners to identify process gaps, test solutions, and implement improvements that make systems more efficient and user-friendly.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in People Operations or HR technology roles, ideally in a high-growth or rapidly changing environment.
• Hands-on experience with HRIS configuration, system builds, and end-to-end implementations (Rippling, Greenhouse, Chart Hop, Workday, or equivalent strongly preferred).
• Familiarity with timekeeping systems and building compliance policies to support hourly workforces, including scheduling and payroll accuracy.
• Proficiency in Excel and comfort working with structured data, including building reports and dashboards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity, with experience performing audits and ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, troubleshoot issues, and solve problems with minimal direction.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts and partner effectively with employees at all levels.
• Passion for service and commitment to empathy, kindness, and patience when supporting system users.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced work environment, eager to continuously improve systems and processes.
• Proven ability to analyze complex scenarios and recommend strategic, technology-driven solutions that scale.

Benefits

• Healthcare Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
• Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments, adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching.
• Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development.
• Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax options.