Staff Product Analyst (Workday Total Rewards & HCM)

Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human

Identity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era. This work requires a relentless drive to solve complex challenges with real-world stakes. We are looking for builders and owners who operate with speed and urgency and execute with excellence.

This is an opportunity to do career-defining work. We're all in on this mission. If you are too, let's talk.

The Technology, Data, and Intelligence Team

Okta is the leading independent identity provider. The Technology, Data, and Intelligence (TDI) organization is the engine that powers Okta's global workforce, providing the technology and systems that enable our employees to do their best work.

The Staff Product Analyst Opportunity

Okta is looking for a Staff Product Analyst, Workday Total Rewards & HCM to join our People Technology Team. Working closely with People Technology leaders, you will play a critical role in the ongoing global optimization of Okta's Workday platform, with a primary focus on Benefits and Advanced Compensation configuration and enhancements, while also supporting Core HCM processes as part of a broader Total Rewards scope. You will work across departments and geographies, partnering with teams across People, Payroll, IT, Finance, and international offices. This is a great fit for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, working cross-functionally, and making a tangible impact on how our global workforce operates.

What You'll Do

• Own the end-to-end Workday configuration lifecycle across Benefits, Advanced Compensation and Core HCM, from requirements gathering and solution design through testing, deployment, and adoption
• Lead and support annual events including Open Enrollment and Annual Compensation Reviews, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a seamless employee experience
• Build and maintain custom reports, dashboards, and hubs that deliver actionable insights to business stakeholders
• Manage Workday upgrades and evaluate new functionality to identify opportunities for process improvement and automation
• Identify gaps in system utilization and champion the adoption of standard Workday features to reduce manual work and improve efficiency
• Support knowledge sharing and capability building across the People Technology team through hands-on training and documentation

What You'll Bring

• 7+ years of Workday experience with deep hands-on expertise in Benefits and Advanced Compensation configuration (4+ years in Advanced Compensation), with working knowledge of Core HCM
• Strong understanding of Total Rewards business processes and how configuration decisions impact the end-user experience and platform adoption
• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable solutions and evaluate tradeoffs across multiple configuration approaches
• Experience managing a backlog of enhancements and prioritizing across competing business needs and technical constraints
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and translate technical concepts into clear business language
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across People, Payroll, Finance, and IT in a fast-paced, global environment
• Design, build, test, and deploy Workday integrations using EIBs, Core Connectors, and Report as as Service (RaaS)

Nice to Have

• Workday Certifications in Benefits, Advance Comp, Core HCM
• Experience with additional Workday modules such as Time Tracking, Absence, Payroll, or Talent Management

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