Senior HR Data Analyst (8+ years )

We're looking for a Senior HR Data Analyst to join our Human Resources team in Bengaluru, India. In this role, you will leverage data-driven insights to support strategic HR decision-making and drive organizational effectiveness. You will work closely with HR leadership and cross-functional teams to analyze workforce trends, optimize HR processes, and provide actionable recommendations that enhance our talent management and organizational performance.

• Design, develop, and maintain comprehensive HR dashboards and reports using advanced data visualization tools to track key HR metrics and workforce analytics
• Conduct in-depth statistical analysis of HR data to identify trends, patterns, and insights related to recruitment, retention, compensation, performance, and employee engagement
• Develop and implement HR data models and analytical frameworks to support workforce planning, succession planning, and talent management initiatives
• Collaborate with HR business partners to define data requirements, translate business questions into analytical solutions, and deliver actionable insights
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance by establishing data governance protocols and conducting regular data quality audits
• Create and present executive-level reports and presentations that communicate complex data findings in a clear and compelling manner
• Analyze recruitment metrics, hiring funnel performance, and time-to-fill data to optimize talent acquisition processes
• Support compensation and benefits analysis, including salary benchmarking, equity analysis, and benefits utilization studies
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within HR operations using data-driven recommendations
• Stay current with HR analytics best practices, emerging tools, and industry trends to continuously enhance analytical capabilities

• 8+ years of professional experience in HR analytics, data analysis, or related analytical roles
• Advanced proficiency in SQL for querying, manipulating, and analyzing large datasets
• Expert-level skills in data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions, pivot tables, and data modeling
• Demonstrated experience with HR information systems (HRIS) and HR analytics platforms
• Solid understanding of statistical analysis, data modeling, and quantitative research methodologies
• Exposure to AI / ML and Data Science – e.g., hands-on experience in building and deploying AI/ML models (APIs, basic MLOps) and applying data science techniques (data cleaning, EDA, predictive modeling, dashboards) to solve business problem
  • In-depth knowledge of HR processes, metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs) across recruitment, retention, compensation, and employee development
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Proficiency in data governance, data security, and compliance standards
• Preferred: Experience with Python, R, or other programming languages for advanced data analysis
• Preferred: Familiarity with cloud-based analytics platforms and tools
• Preferred: Knowledge of predictive analytics and machine learning applications in HR
• Preferred: Experience with enterprise HR systems such as Workday, SuccessFactors, or similar platforms
• Preferred: Domain expertise in talent management, workforce planning, compensation analysis, or organizational development

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 6/26/2026 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this.

WD thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

WD is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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