Principal Compensation Analyst (SaaS)

TL;DR

Principal Compensation Analyst (SaaS): Leading the design and execution of global compensation strategies with an accent on pay transparency, job architecture, and Workday Advanced Compensation configuration. Focus on driving data-driven pay philosophies, managing equity modeling, and integrating AI-powered workflows to scale compensation frameworks for a distributed workforce.

Location: Remote (US)

Salary: $136,000 - $187,000

Company

hirify.global empowers companies and agencies of all sizes to build, manage, and optimize their WordPress websites and applications with premium, enterprise-grade solutions.

What you will do

• Develop and lead global cash, bonus, and equity compensation strategies aligned with high-tech market trends.
• Champion global pay transparency readiness and design sustainable structures to ensure compliance with international and US state laws.
• Oversee annual global merit, promotion, and equity refresh cycles within Workday Advanced Compensation.
• Lead the design of global job architecture, leveling frameworks, and geographic salary structures.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership and HR business partners on compensation decisions and talent retention.
• Drive compensation due diligence and post-merger integration strategies for acquired talent.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive compensation experience in high-tech/SaaS.
• 3+ years in a lead advisory capacity.
• Hands-on configuration experience in Workday Advanced Compensation.
• Deep knowledge of global compensation structures and complex regulatory environments.
• Master-level compensation modeling and data analysis skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, HR, or equivalent experience.

Nice to have

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation.
• Experience leading compensation strategies with private equity firms.
• Experience with Workday benefit modules.
• Proven experience building automated workflows using low-code/no-code tools or AI agents.

Culture & Benefits

• Company stock options for all employees.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and fertility coverage.
• 401(k) with 4% match and HSA company contributions.
• Generous vacation time and 4 company wellness days per year.
• Home office setup stipend and ongoing learning opportunities via LinkedIn Learning and Workday Learning.