Associate Director of HR Technology - HR Data Platform

About the role

Humana is seeking a forward-thinking Associate Director for Human Resources Technology to join our HRIT leadership team. In this role, you will shape and execute our HR technology roadmap, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy and the evolving needs of our HR organization. You'll bring a deep understanding of HR technology trends and lead innovation across our systems to deliver a modern, data-driven, and scalable associate experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a forward-looking HR technology strategy that supports business growth, drives automation, and enhances the digital employee experience.
• Influence business leaders on process and key business solutions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR customers - serve as the primary liaison between HRIT and business stakeholders to ensure solutions meet end-user needs and strategic goals.
• Lead a team of HRIT associates and contractors, driving a culture of innovation, excellence, and accountability.
• Identify and champion emerging HR technologies, AI capabilities, and automation to improve workforce intelligence and operational efficiency.
• Oversee implementation, enhancements, and support for key platforms including Workday, ServiceNow, Phenom, Cornerstone, and related technologies.
• Ensure strong system performance, data integrity, and security through rigorous governance and proactive compliance practices.
• Build a best-in-class HR data and analytic platforms to deliver insights on workforce planning, retention, engagement, and performance.
• Drive continuous improvement across HR processes through automation, digital workflows, and user-centric design.
• Manage third-party vendors and contracts—including SLAs, renewals, and RFPs—ensuring service quality, cost-effectiveness, and future scalability.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Procurement to ensure alignment on sourcing, renewals, and commercial terms.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 7+ years of experience in HR, HR technology, or people analytics; at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with Data Management (e.g., Databricks, Mango, SQL) and possess strong HR domain expertise.
• Experience with Anaplan module.
• Demonstrated success leading process reengineering, and automation initiatives.
• Strong analytical mindset with a proven track record of data-driven decision-making and workforce analytics.
• Experience managing global HR Tech strategies, and system consolidation.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams, build stakeholder alignment, and drive innovation.
• Familiarity with compliance standards, HR data governance, and system audit-readiness.

Preferred qualifications

• MBA or other Advanced Degree.
• Demonstrated ability to run large scale, highly visible programs with responsibility for multiple project teams.
• Possess a solid understanding of operations, technology, communications and processes.
• Six Sigma certification.
• ITIL certification.

Work-at-home requirements

• Must have the ability to provide a high speed DSL or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense.
• A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mbps download x 10mbps upload) is required.
• We do NOT allow Satellite and Wireless Internet service for this role.
• A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
• To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary.

Travel

While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Pay

$142,300 - $195,700 per year. This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan based upon company and/or individual performance.

Benefits

Humana offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being, including medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.