Senior Component Engineer

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 passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge.

Role Overview

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

Key Responsibilities

• HRIS Support & Process Optimization
  • Own and optimize Workday processes and structures (e.g., supervisory orgs, positions, requisitions).
  • Execute and audit high‑volume, complex data changes (EIBs) with strong validation and control mechanisms.
  • 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
  • Identify high‑risk, manual, or error‑prone workflows and implement 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.
• 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, able to prioritize and deliver in a fast‑paced environment.
• Sound judgment when handling sensitive and confidential information.

Desired 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.

Compensation

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.

Base pay is determined within the range based on skills, experience, qualifications, education, and market conditions. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

Work Environment

Aurora operates a hybrid work model; employees are expected to be in the office at least three days per week to foster collaboration, empathy, and effective leadership.