> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3917058-director-hr-technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3917058-director-hr-technology). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director, HR Technology - **Company:** Applied Materials - **Location:** Santa Clara, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $172,000.0 - $236,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data Governance, Data Integrity, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), HR Software, Workday, Servicenow - **Published:** October 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3467537662&tx=CT2826TYT&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role At Applied Materials, Make Possible is about unlocking new opportunities - with our customers and within our own company. The ideal candidate will have the following: * Minimum of 10-12+ years of progressive experience in HR Technology, with a strong track record in a leadership capacity. * Deep understanding of global HR systems, processes, and data governance * Ability to think strategically and contribute to the development of global programs, frameworks, and process improvements * Strong analytical skills with the ability to derive insights and make data-driven recommendations * Proven experience managing end-to-end HR technology projects, including requirements gathering, design validation, user acceptance testing (UAT) and deployment * Partner effectively with Date & Analytics team to uphold data integrity, security, and compliance across HR platforms * Recognized as a subject matter expert (SME) in HR technology, with the ability to collaborate across departments and solve complex business challenges. * Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team of HR technology professionals in a dynamic environment. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. * A hands-on leader with a strong desire to understand the details while maintaining a strategic perspective and driving innovation. Functional Knowledge We are a catalyst to unlock the power of our customers' ideas and are committed to overcoming challenges that seem insurmountable. To succeed in this role requires a capacity for complexity and temperament that includes: * A very mature individual with the right balance of confidence and humility. * Process oriented while also strongly developing and relying on interpersonal relationships across the company * Ability to connect equally well upwards, downwards and sideways in the organization * Self-motivated and driven towards excellence * A high level of EQ to be able to manage across a large team with significant diversity * Ability to distinguish between and prioritizing urgent and important issues * Situational awareness and complex decision-making ability appropriate for the situation ## Description * Lead the continual design and implementation of a scalable, global HR technology ecosystem that supports operational excellence and employee experience * Provide strategic input into the HR technology roadmap in partnership with the Employee Experience leads and other stakeholders * Build, lead and inspire a team of a high-performing team of HRIS analysts and HR technology professionals * Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement. * Drive the enhancement of HR processes to support scalability, automation, and continuous improvement across the function * Apply emerging technologies, including AI tools, to improve technical process execution and service delivery * Demonstrate deep technical expertise in Workday; experiencing leading Workday implementations or transformations is highly desirable * Experience with platforms such as ServiceNow, Eightfold, and other HR technologies is a strong plus. * Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence, HR Business Partners, and IT, to understand business needs and translate them into technology solutions * Incorporate stakeholder requirements into the HR technology strategy and execution plans. * Manage the intake, prioritization and delivery of HR technology and continuous improvement (CIP) projects. * Oversee the execution of HR technical initiatives in close partnership with IT and cross-functional teams.