> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/464668-sr-director-total-rewards-hr-technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/464668-sr-director-total-rewards-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). --- # Sr. Director, Total Rewards & HR Technology - **Company:** 2U - **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $231,000.0 - $263,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data Integrity, HR Software, Workday - **Published:** June 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5f4694d930a673df ## About the Role Do you have experience in Workday?, We are looking for a Sr. Director, Total Rewards and HR Technology to drive the execution and modernization of the foundational operational pillars of our People organization. This role is designed for a forward-thinking HR leader who embraces AI and has a keen eye for efficiency, scalability, and operational excellence. As a key contributor to executive leadership, you will balance strategic implementation with a hands-on approach, leading critical compensation, benefits, and HR technology initiatives that support the company's global workforce., * 7-10+ years of progressive leadership experience in Total Rewards, HR Operations, or HR Technology. * Extensive experience managing global compensation strategies, benefits programs, and company-wide merit cycles. * Significant experience with Workday, HR systems optimization, and HR process automation. * Proven success managing and developing teams. * Demonstrated experience partnering with executive-level People leaders and cross-functional stakeholders. * Strong analytical and operational mindset with experience leveraging workforce and compensation data to support decision-making. While this position is open to remote candidates across the U.S., we will prioritize those who live in the Washington-Baltimore metropolitan area and who are available to come into our Headquarters in Arlington, VA two days a week. ## Description Total Rewards Strategy & Execution * Drive the implementation and ongoing management of the global compensation and benefits strategy, ensuring total rewards programs are competitive, equitable, and aligned to business objectives. * Lead execution of the company's annual merit, bonus, and compensation planning cycles, streamlining processes for efficiency and clarity. * Develop and maintain scalable compensation frameworks, pay practices, and rewards governance processes. * Provide strategic counsel to senior leaders on compensation, benefits, and workforce planning considerations. HR Technology & Systems Optimization * Drive key initiatives on the HR Technology roadmap, with a focus on maximizing Workday capabilities and exploring AI-driven HR solutions and automation opportunities. * Lead HR systems optimization and process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and employee experience. * Partner cross-functionally to improve data integrity, workflows, reporting capabilities, and system scalability across People operations. Leadership & Team Management * Manage and mentor a team of professionals, fostering a high-performance and development-oriented environment. * Establish team priorities, drive accountability, and support career development and succession planning within the function. * Lead through organizational change and evolving business priorities with a collaborative and solutions-oriented mindset. * Cross-Functional Partnership & Operational Support + Provide strategic counsel and insights to the Chief People Officer's team and other senior leaders on all matters related to human capital investment and organizational health. + Partner with Payroll, Finance, Talent Acquisition, HRBPs, Legal, and other business stakeholders to ensure operational alignment and compliance across rewards and HR systems. + Support enterprise initiatives related to workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, compliance, and process transformation. + Act as a hands-on leader capable of solving complex operational and process challenges in fast-paced environments. Analytics, Reporting & Strategic Insights * Leverage compensation, workforce, and HR systems data to support business decision-making and operational effectiveness. * Develop reporting and insights that inform compensation planning, workforce trends, and HR operational priorities. ## 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) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Destigmatizing the Workplace: Building Real Inclusion](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1492-destigmatizing-the-workplace-building-real-inclusion) - [The HR Revolution: Breaking Free from Policies to People Experience](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1776-the-hr-revolution-breaking-free-from-policies-to-people-experience) - [Employee Happiness: The Underrated Growth Engine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1310-employee-happiness-the-underrated-growth-engine) - [Key HR Trends in 2024: Overcoming a Year of Emotional Disconnect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1271-key-hr-trends-in-2024-overcoming-a-year-of-emotional-disconnect) ## Related Articles - [Top HR Tech Conferences in 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/303-top-hr-tech-conferences-in-2024) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers)