Staff People Technology Specialist

Apptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing AI-powered robots to support humanity in every facet of life. Our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate thoughtfully with people, starting with critical industries such as manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in healthcare, the home, and beyond.
We operate at the cutting edge of Applied AI, applying our expertise across the full robotics stack to solve some of society's most important problems. You will join a team dedicated to bringing Apollo to market at scale, tackling the complex challenges like safety, commercialization, and mass production to change the world for the better.
JOB SUMMARY
As our Staff People Technology Specialist, you'll be at the heart of our People function - managing Workday functional configuration while also supporting strategic initiatives. You'll partner cross-functionally with leadership, finance, and individual contributors to ensure our Workday system is effective, compliant, and aligned with our company direction. This role includes a key focus on payroll configuration, while also covering a broad spectrum of other functional areas.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Payroll Configuration
Own the Workday Payroll configuration including requirements gathering, testing, and deployment
Configure and maintain earnings, deductions, tax elements, accounting, and pay group setups within Workday Payroll
Partner with Finance and outside payroll/tax vendors to ensure accurate, on-time payroll processing and reconciliation each cycle
Support payroll compliance, including audits, tax filings, and multi-jurisdictional regulatory requirements
Build and validate payroll testing scenarios for new configurations, tax updates, and system releases prior to go-live
Lead resolution of defects and root cause analysis
People Operations
Maintain and continuously improve our Workday system, ensuring system fidelity and a strong end-user experience
Manage security roles, business process configurations, and system permissions to protect sensitive employee data
Document configuration decisions, processes, and standard operating procedures for the team
Strategic Projects
Serve as a trusted thought partner to stakeholders
Stay current with HR trends and make proactive recommendations for continuous improvement
Assist in organizational programs (workforce planning, organizational design, performance review cycles, etc)
SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth setting
High attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in IT, Computer Science, or related field
Five to seven years of experience in Workday configuration and maintenance, with two years specifically with Workday Payroll
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
Hearing and speech to communicate
*This is a direct hire. Please, no outside Agency solicitations.
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