Senior Compensation Analyst

Sony • San Diego, CA

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

Sony Electronics Inc. is looking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the inspirational. We want the people who are brave enough to work at the cutting edge and create solutions that will enrich and improve the lives of people across the globe. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. In addition, our team members enjoy innovative work-life balance opportunities including a hybrid home/office workplace, monthly “Free Fridays”, and early shutdowns on Fridays throughout the year (including half-days during the summer). Join us on our mission to fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology. The Senior Compensation Analyst serves as a key contributor to the design, administration, and continuous improvement of compensation programs that support organizational objectives and talent strategies. This role partners closely with HR Business Partners, business leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders to provide expertise in job architecture, job evaluation, annual salary review (ASR), bonus plan administration, and compensation analysis. The incumbent leverages advanced Excel skills, Workday, and compensation tools to conduct complex analyses, manage large datasets, develop reports and dashboards, and drive data-informed decision making. The Senior Compensation Analyst leads and supports compensation-related projects, ensures consistent application of compensation policies and frameworks, and provides actionable recommendations that promote market competitiveness, internal equity, and effective talent management. Experience with Workday Advanced Compensation, equity programs, and RSU administration is highly desirable.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant work experience and Bachelor's Degree
• Strong Excel skills to automate processes and support calculations and analytics
• Ability to communicate with employees across the organization
• Ability to engage in prolonged periods of computer use utilizing desktop and web-based applications
• Delivers high attention to detail and accuracy
• Previous experience using HR systems or other Comp/HR related tools. Workday preferred

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree with a focus in Business, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics
• Previous Compensation Support/Human Resources experience
• Skilled in Excel, including the ability to convert large amounts of data into clear, concise management presentations that facilitate decision making
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced, changing environment

Responsibilities

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, data modeling, pivot tables, dashboards, and analysis of large datasets. Experience with Excel VBA, Macros, and workflow automation is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience leading Annual Salary Review (ASR), merit planning, and compensation planning cycles.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple initiatives, manage timelines, and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience administering and analyzing annual incentive and bonus programs.
• Deep knowledge of job architecture, job evaluation, job leveling, and organizational design principles.
• Experience partnering with HR Business Partners and business leaders to provide compensation consultation and recommendations.
• Proficiency with Workday HCM; experience with Workday Advanced Compensation strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting equity programs, including Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) administration and analysis, preferred.
• Proven ability to synthesize complex compensation and workforce data into actionable business insights, executive presentations, and decision-ready recommendations.

Benefits

• competitive pay
• healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
• paid medical leave
• a 401k plan with matching company contributions
• vacation time
• education assistance
• student loan assistance program
• eighty hours of paid sick leave time annually
• up to twelve weeks paid parental leave
• hybrid home/office workplace
• monthly “Free Fridays”
• early shutdowns on Fridays throughout the year (including half-days during the summer)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior