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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior HRIS Analyst - **Company:** Mercury Systems, Inc. - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $138,800.0 - $192,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Business Process Modeling, Information Systems, System Configuration, Document Management Systems, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Time Tracking Software, Workday HCM, Workday Security, Workday Business Process, Workday - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=adb0f69079e32664 ## About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Workday Analyst to help take our rapidly growing organization to the next level. At Mercury, we are investing in modernizing and optimizing our HR technology landscape, streamlining processes, and building a foundation that can support continued expansion., * Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience) * 5+ years of Workday functional experience, including configuration and support * 3+ years supporting HCM, Payroll and Absence or Time Tracking modules * Experience working in complex organizations with multiple business units, local and international employee populations * Experience with payroll calculations, earnings, deductions, garnishments, and tax setup * Configuration and maintenance of leave plans, accruals, eligibility rules, and absence validations * Expertise in Workday business processes, organizations, staffing models, and worker lifecycle events * Configuration of time entry codes, work schedules, overtime rules, and time calculations ## Description In this role, you will report to our Head of People Operations and serve as a strategic partner to HR, Payroll, and business leaders, leveraging deep Workday expertise to streamline processes, automate manual work, and enhance the employee experience across the organization. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys complex challenges, and wants to influence the future of HR Operations by identifying innovative solutions, implementing best practices, and leveraging Workday technology to create more efficient, scalable, and employee-centric experiences. * Mercury is a fintech company, not an FDIC-insured bank. Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group and Column N.A., Members FDIC., * Configure, maintain, and optimize Workday Core HCM, Payroll, and Absence modules to support business processes and organizational requirements. Provide support for additional Workday modules as requested. * Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and absence policies. * Develop and maintain Workday reports, dashboards, and analytics related to payroll and absence data. * Support Workday security for new implementations, acquisitions, reorganizations, and system enhancements. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams and third-party vendors on processes and integrations impacting payroll, time tracking, benefits, and absence management. * Document system configurations, procedures, testing, recommendations for optimal system setup and migration * Support audits, reconciliation activities, and year-end processes as needed. * Partner with HR, Payroll, and business stakeholders to evaluate, implement, and maximize AI-driven solutions within Workday and related HR technologies, driving innovation, process optimization, and scalable operational improvements. ## Related Videos - [What if your HR software adapted to you, not the other way around?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100259-what-if-your-hr-software-adapted-to-you-not-the-other-way-around) - [Destigmatizing the Workplace: Building Real Inclusion](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1492-destigmatizing-the-workplace-building-real-inclusion) - [Beyond Gut Feelings: The Rise of Data-Driven HR](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1326-beyond-gut-feelings-the-rise-of-data-driven-hr) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - How DevRel Makes Tech More Human](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2149-wearedevelopers-live-how-devrel-makes-tech-more-human) - [Building Employee Experience Through Everyday Interactions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1763-building-employee-experience-through-everyday-interactions) - [The Future of Employee Wellbeing: Benefits, Trust & Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1808-the-future-of-employee-wellbeing-benefits-trust-performance) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Top HR Tech Conferences in 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/303-top-hr-tech-conferences-in-2024) - [Data Analyst Salary in Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/276-data-analyst-salary-in-switzerland) - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany) - [Data Analyst Salary Austria](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/275-data-analyst-salary-austria) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)