Compensation Solutions Analyst V
About The Position
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale helps our customers – who make smartphones, supercomputers, virtual reality headsets, virtual reality headsets, autonomous vehicles and more – transform their ideas into reality. Our innovations Make Possible® a Better Future. Inside our company, we apply the idea of Make Possible as we work together. We value our people and teams who turn possibilities into reality by advancing our strategy, accomplishing great things and empowering others. We are deeply committed to fostering a Culture of Inclusion where every person knows they belong, feels empowered to bring their whole self to work, and is inspired to grow. The Team: We are a fast-paced and collaborative Total Rewards team looking for a Compensation Solutions Analyst to develop, implement, and support technology solutions to achieve our compensation objectives. We have exciting work ahead of us in the Total Rewards space, and we are looking for someone to come in with energy and excitement on this journey. We are a strategic, proactive team; we find opportunities to proactively drive efficiencies across our team and create a great experience for our (internal) customers and partners. The Role: The Compensation Solutions Analyst plays a critical role in supporting and advancing our compensation and performance management strategy. This position combines compensation expertise, technical analysis, and business process optimization to identify challenges, uncover opportunities, and implement scalable solutions that support organizational objectives. We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in compensation analysis, process improvement, and technology-enabled solutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, or a related field, combined with 8+ years of Global Rewards experience.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights
- Strong understanding of global compensation practices, market trends and regulatory requirements
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced) with experience in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and database management.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders all levels.
Nice To Haves
- Preferably with international, high-tech or semiconductor industry knowledge.
- Experience with Workday and Radford preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead initiatives to optimize compensation and performance management operations by streamlining processes, improving workflows, and implementing automation to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
- Partner with HRIT and other technical teams to enhance compensation systems and technology solutions, including the automation of processes, integrations, data management, and reporting capabilities.
- Design, implement, and support technology-enabled solutions for Global Rewards programs, including salary benchmarking, market competitiveness analysis, internal equity reviews, focal compensation planning, and related compensation initiatives.
- Analyze compensation data and processes to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement, providing actionable recommendations to stakeholders.
- Serve as a trusted subject matter expert and consultant to internal stakeholders, partner organizations, HRIT, and the Global Rewards team on compensation programs, processes, and technology solutions.
Benefits
- Supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career
- Programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
