AI Business Analyst, HR Technology

Applied Materials • Austin, TX

17d • $116,000 - $159,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

Applied Materials is seeking an AI Business Analyst for HR Technology. This role is crucial in supporting the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world by ensuring the HR technology aligns with business needs. The company is a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions, advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. The work done at Applied Materials advances the world's technology.

Requirements

• Understanding employee life cycle processes (e.g., hire to retire).
• Familiarity with Workday reporting tools.
• Expertise working with HR COEs (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, HR Shared Services).
• Understanding of how HR Technology supports the broader organizational goals.
• Ability to align Workday solutions with HR COE strategies.
• Expertise in business process analysis and redesign, especially within HR functions.
• Ability to identify inefficiencies and recommend technology-enabled solutions that improve employee experience and data accuracy.
• Ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong written communication for creating business requirements, documentation, and stakeholder updates.
• Active listening to understand stakeholder needs and concerns.

Responsibilities

• Lead requirements discovery sessions with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) and cross-functional stakeholders to understand business needs and strategic priorities.
• Translate business objectives into clear, actionable requirements aligned with Workday capabilities and enterprise standards.
• Develop and maintain high-quality documentation (e.g., BRDs, functional specifications, process flows).
• Serve as a strategic liaison between HR COEs and GIS, translating functional business requirements into Workday system capabilities.
• Partner with GIS teams to validate the functional feasibility of proposed solutions and confirm they meet business requirements.
• Partner with employee experience team members to support the identification of enhancement opportunities within existing Workday functionality, improving user experience, data integrity, and process efficiency.
• Provide functional support across testing, release planning, and deployment to ensure successful delivery.
• Apply working knowledge of core HR processes (e.g., hire-to-retire, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards) to ensure Workday solutions reflect real business needs.

Benefits

• Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth.
• Programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Potential eligibility for bonus and stock award programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed