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About Aurora

Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self‑driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly. The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, bringing a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone. At Aurora you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge.

Role Overview

The People Operations Analyst will drive operational excellence across People systems and processes. This role partners closely with PBPs, People Operations, and the HRIS (PTech) team to ensure systems are accurate, efficient, and aligned with business and compliance needs. Reporting to the Director of People Operations, Systems, and Analytics (POSA), the analyst serves as a key bridge between People and IT, owning process optimization in Workday, supporting system changes and testing, and helping ensure data and workflows are reliable, scalable, and audit‑ready.

HRIS Support & Process Optimization

• Own and optimize Workday processes and structures (e.g., supervisory orgs, positions, requisitions, etc.), leveraging deep knowledge of system architecture.
• Execute and audit high‑volume, complex data changes (EIBs) with strong validation and control mechanisms to ensure data integrity.
• Configure and run Workday reports to support various People team needs.
• Transform critical HR lifecycle transactions by shifting manual processes to manager self‑service and automated workflows.
• Serve as the primary bridge between People and HRIS (PTech), translating business requirements into system solutions, influencing design decisions, and resolving issues through root‑cause analysis.

Testing & Compliance

• Lead system testing (UAT) for Workday releases, enhancements, and business process updates, including test planning, execution, and defect management.
• Support compliance requirements and reporting (e.g., EEO‑1, ACA, I‑9, and state/local regulations) with accurate, well‑documented data and processes.

Continuous Improvement & AI Enablement

• Drive operational improvements by identifying high‑risk, manual, or error‑prone workflows and implementing standardized, automated, or AI‑enabled solutions.
• Document workflows, train AI agents, and develop self‑service tools to improve employee and manager experience.
• Train and upskill team members on business processes, Workday configuration, data management, testing, and mass data loads (EIBs).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years in HR Operations, HRIS, or People Systems roles, with strong hands‑on Workday experience.
• Proficiency in executing mass data changes (e.g., EIBs) and maintaining high standards of data accuracy and integrity.
• Experience leading system testing (UAT), including test planning, execution, and defect management for system updates or process changes.
• Strong understanding of HR data, workflows, and lifecycle processes, with the ability to identify issues and implement scalable solutions.
• Experience leveraging digital tools and AI assistants to improve efficiency, documentation, and workflows.
• Ability to partner with business stakeholders and technical teams, translating requirements into system solutions.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and deliver in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive and confidential information.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience optimizing Workday business processes, org structures, and data management frameworks.
• Experience supporting compliance requirements and audits, with a solid understanding of HR data controls and documentation practices.
• Experience training or enabling others on systems, processes, or data best practices.

Pay

For roles based in Mountain View, CA: $115,000 – $184,000 per year.
For roles based in Pittsburgh, PA: $104,000 – $166,000 per year.
Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on job‑related skills, experience, qualifications, education or training, and market conditions. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

• Annual bonus
• Equity compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package

Schedule

Hybrid work environment with a requirement to be in the office at least three days per week.