Associate Director - HR Technology - Own In-House Platforms & Transformations

As a senior leader in HR Technology, your role will involve driving the design and development of internal HR systems and leading large-scale transformation initiatives. You will be responsible for taking complete ownership of building and scaling platforms across the employee lifecycle, at the intersection of HR, Technology, and Product. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the design and development of in-house HR systems (not third-party tools) - Work closely with HR, Tech, and Analytics teams to convert business needs into scalable solutions - Own the complete lifecycle - from requirement gathering and documentation to UAT and rollout - Evaluate current systems, identify gaps, and define a future-ready roadmap - Drive digital transformation initiatives across HR functions - Collaborate with global stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and alignment - Build systems that are scalable, intuitive, and business-friendly - Lead and mentor teams, driving innovation and continuous improvement Qualifications Required: - 12+ years of experience in HR Systems / HR Tech / People Systems - Strong experience in building or managing internal platforms/applications - Background in Program Management / Product Management / Business Analysis - Hands-on experience with requirements, BRDs, UAT, stakeholder discussions - Ability to translate business problems into tech-driven solutions - Good understanding of end-to-end HR lifecycle systems In addition to the above, it is important to note that candidates who have only worked on Workday / SAP / SuccessFactors implementations, pure HR profiles (HRBP, Talent Acquisition, etc.), experience in product companies, fintech, or global captives, exposure to HR analytics or data-driven decision making, and experience working with global teams/stakeholders are not suitable for this role. As a senior leader in HR Technology, your role will involve driving the design and development of internal HR systems and leading large-scale transformation initiatives. You will be responsible for taking complete ownership of building and scaling platforms across the employee lifecycle, at the intersection of HR, Technology, and Product. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the design and development of in-house HR systems (not third-party tools) - Work closely with HR, Tech, and Analytics teams to convert business needs into scalable solutions - Own the complete lifecycle - from requirement gathering and documentation to UAT and rollout - Evaluate current systems, identify gaps, and define a future-ready roadmap - Drive digital transformation initiatives across HR functions - Collaborate with global stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and alignment - Build systems that are scalable, intuitive, and business-friendly - Lead and mentor teams, driving innovation and continuous improvement Qualifications Required: - 12+ years of experience in HR Systems / HR Tech / People Systems - Strong experience in building or managing internal platforms/applications - Background in Program Management / Product Management / Business Analysis - Hands-on experience with requirements, BRDs, UAT, stakeholder discussions - Ability to translate business problems into tech-driven solutions - Good understanding of end-to-end HR lifecycle systems In addition to the above, it is important to note that candidates who have only worked on Workday / SAP / SuccessFactors implementations, pure HR profiles (HRBP, Talent Acquisition, etc.), experience in product companies, fintech, or global captives, exposure to HR analytics or data-driven decision making, and experience working with global teams/stakeholders are not suitable for this role.