Senior People Operations Analyst, HR Technology

Latitude AI ( lat.ai ) develops automated driving technologies, including L3, for Ford vehicles at scale. We’re driven by the opportunity to reimagine what it’s like to drive and make travel safer, less stressful, and more enjoyable for everyone. When you join the Latitude team, you’ll work alongside leading experts across machine learning and robotics, cloud platforms, mapping, sensors and compute systems, test operations, systems and safety engineering – all dedicated to making a real, positive impact on the driving experience for millions of people. As a Ford Motor Company subsidiary, we operate independently to develop automated driving technology at the speed of a technology startup. Latitude is headquartered in Pittsburgh with engineering centers in Dearborn, Mich., and Palo Alto, Calif. Meet the team: The People Team at Latitude is a comprehensive unit supporting the entire employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to total rewards, performance management, and specialized HR operations. We are looking for a Sr. People Operations Analyst to serve as the technical backbone of our People Technology ecosystem. As a subject matter expert in HR Technology, you will lead the evolution of our core platforms: Workday (HRIS) , Greenhouse (ATS) , and Lattice (People Success) . We are seeking a technical Workday power-user who is passionate about driving operational efficiency, scaling systems for growth, and translating complex business needs into elegant technical solutions. In this role, you won't just maintain systems; you will architect the future of Latitude’s HR technology landscape. What you’ll do: System Strategy Implementation: Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of HR technology projects, from initial requirements gathering and configuration to testing, deployment, and post-launch optimization Module Expansion: Provide technical leadership for the implementation of new HR modules and the integration of emerging tools into the existing ecosystem Lifecycle Events: Drive the technical configuration and execution of critical annual cycles, including Open Enrollment, Performance Management, and Compensation, ensuring a seamless experience for employees and administrators Process Optimization: Continuously audit and enhance current People Team workflows, identifying opportunities to automate manual tasks and eliminate friction Troubleshooting Support: Serve as the primary technical lead for troubleshooting complex system issues and managing integrations, partnering closely with IT to resolve escalated access or data errors Advanced Analytics Data Integrity: Architect advanced reports and dashboards to provide leadership with actionable insights into workforce trends and organization health, ensuring data flow remains accurate, secure, and compliant Standardization Documentation: Author and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and detailed user guides to ensure operational consistency and data integrity across all HR platforms Training User Enablement: Facilitate live, hands-on training sessions and workshops for employees, managers, and the People Team to drive system adoption and self-service proficiency across the organization What you'll need to succeed: Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field Technical Expertise: 4+ years of HRIS experience, including at least 2 years of hands-on Workday configuration and administration Project Leadership: Proven track record of leading cross-functional HR technology projects and system implementations from inception to completion Analytical Problem-Solving: Strong ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues, escalate appropriately, and provide data-driven solutions Communication Influence: Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders and collaborate effectively across the Peo ... (truncated, view full listing at source)