Compensation Analyst

We are looking for a creative, data-driven Compensation Analyst to join our team. If you are a problem solver with strong analytical prowess, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for data analytics, this role is for you. As a Compensation Analyst, you won’t just crunch numbers—you will contribute to the strategic development and implementation of our compensation programs. You will collaborate with team members to develop modern analytic tools, automate legacy processes, and help compose the future of our compensation strategy. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, hardworking, and thrives on building elegant analytical models. What You’ll Be Doing: Evolve Compensation Strategy: Help us redefine and evolve how we believe about base, variable, and equity compensation structures. Advanced Analytics: Apply quantitative and qualitative analysis to identify problems, develop hypotheses, and recommend data-backed solutions for compensation programs and processes. Data Visualization & Modeling: Build and develop dynamic dashboards and analytic models to provide actionable business insights and interpret market or internal trends. Workday Optimization: Partner with the HRIS/Systems team to implement, test, and define requirements for Workday performance and compensation modules, ensuring seamless updates to structures and job profiles. Drive Automation: Streamline and automate monthly, quarterly, and annual compensation reporting and analysis using modern data tools and AI workflows. Market Benchmarking: Conduct global market benchmarking, assess peer groups, and ensure consistent market pricing practices while maintaining internal equity. Storytelling with Data: Provide sophisticated compensation analytics, clearly conveying complex findings and recommendations to collaborators. What We Need to See: BA/BS degree, preferably in a quantitative-focused major (e.g., Finance, Data Analytics, Statistics, Economics) or equivalent experience. 5+ years of dedicated, progressive experience in Compensation. Core Tech Stack: Advanced proficiency in Excel (complex formulas, VBA, Power Query) and a strong working knowledge of HRIS systems (preferably Workday). Communication: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable narratives. Soft Skills: High learning agility, flexibility, and unmatched quantitative problem-solving skills. Ways to Stand Out from the Crowd: AI & Automation Savvy: Experience bringing to bear AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis, Microsoft Copilot) to accelerate data cleaning, script writing, and compensation reporting. BI & Visualization: Proven experience building interactive dashboards using Tableau, Power BI, or other advanced analytic platforms. Coding & Automation: Familiarity with Python, R, or SQL for data manipulation and automating repetitive workflows. Project Mastery: Strong planning, organizational, and project management skills with a track record of driving initiatives from concept to completion. Scalable Processes: Demonstrated experience developing and implementing scalable, repeatable processes backed by detailed ongoing documentation. Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/ Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 112,000 USD - 178,250 USD for Level 3, and 144,000 USD - 230,000 USD for Level 4. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits . Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 26, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.