Job Description
Compensation Systems Engineer (HRIS) | HR Technologies
📍 Bala Cynwyd, PA
We’re supporting a highly sophisticated, data-driven organization to hire an experienced technical compensation Systems Analyst to join their HR Technology & Shared Services team. This is a critical, hands-on role supporting compensation systems within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
This position is hybrid onsite in the Bala Cynwyd area and requires candidates who are either local or willing to be present in the office 3+ days per week given the nature of the work and stakeholder interaction.
The Opportunity
This role sits at the intersection of business and technology, acting as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and engineering teams. You’ll take ownership of the technical landscape supporting compensation processes—driving enhancements, ensuring system performance, and helping shape future-state solutions.
You’ll be involved in a mix of project-based work and ongoing system support, with visibility across multiple business functions and the opportunity to influence how compensation platforms evolve.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead implementation and enhancement initiatives across compensation-related systems
- Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Support and maintain applications, including configurations, upgrades, and deployments
- Manage data flows and integrations, ensuring accuracy and integrity across systems
- Analyze and improve existing processes within compensation workflows
- Collaborate closely with development teams across the full SDLC
- Create and maintain clear project documentation and reporting
What We’re Looking For
- ~7+ years’ experience in Technical Business Analysis / Systems Analysis or similar
- Strong background supporting HR, Compensation, or Payroll systems (5+ years preferred)
- Proven experience working closely with engineering teams in Agile/Lean environments
- Strong SQL skills (non-negotiable)
- Experience with data integrations and tools such as SSIS, Informatica, Scribe, etc. is a plus
- Exposure to compensation planning systems or models is highly beneficial
- Prior product or project ownership experience is a plus
Why This Role?
This is a chance to join a highly analytical, technology-forward environment where systems are complex, the work is meaningful, and the impact is tangible. You’ll be part of a team that values precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement—ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems and working closely with both technical and business stakeholders.
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