Workday Analyst Jobs in California
Workday Analyst jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in enterprise technology, healthcare, financial services, and entertainment, with openings at every level from entry-level configuration specialists through senior functional consultants and architects. The heaviest hiring concentrations are in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where employers like Salesforce, Kaiser Permanente, and The Walt Disney Company maintain large Workday deployments and ongoing implementation needs. The most in-demand specialties are Workday HCM, Workday Financials, and integration development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Who we are
Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.
Working at Samsara means you'll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that's shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, and Equipment Monitoring. As part of a recently public company, you'll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.
About the role:
As a key member of the People Technology & Operations team, you will be instrumental in the continued expansion and deployment of Workday functionality. You will partner with Samsara's key stakeholders to implement streamlined operations processes and optimal technology solutions for our People Team programs. You are comfortable acting as an internal consultant to global HR and business stakeholders and can showcase your experience in HR and Workday to develop lasting solutions that solve complex business challenges. Lastly, you are highly driven and bring demonstrated experience succeeding in high-growth, fast-paced organizations.
This is a remote position open to candidates residing in the US.
You should apply if:
- You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact—helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.
- You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won't be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, and countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper-growth environment.
- You're energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.
- You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-caliber team that will encourage you to do your best.
In this role, you will:
- Lead the Payroll and Time Tracking Workday configuration. Experience in US Payroll Workday configuration and time entry required.
- Cross-functional collaboration - Partner with HR, Payroll, and other internal teams to incorporate requirements into Workday, ensuring seamless integration and alignment with organizational goals.
- Review proposed system changes to identify opportunities for process improvement and reuse, driving efficiency across the organization.
- Build and modify custom reports for standard optimization.
- Triage and configure Workday enhancements or fixes for HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Timecards, Absence/Leaves, Payroll, and reporting.
- Build and maintain organizational hierarchies, custom objects, and custom security roles.
- Partner with People Operations teams to solidify and document business requirements related to programs to be executed through Workday and other technologies.
- Scope and prioritize incoming technology fixes and enhancements.
- Champion, role model, and embed Samsara's cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- 5+ years of professional experience working for fast-growing, global companies, 2+ years experience in Workday Payroll and Time Tracking configuration
- Experience in Workday business process configuration, security, and organization configuration.
- Experience in Workday HCM, Benefits, and Core HCM modules in U.S. and International locations.
- Experience writing and completing test scenarios for system implementations and enhancements.
- Experience supporting project planning, requirements gathering, testing, and launch.
- Strong understanding of Payroll processes and time entry designs
- Partner with developers in Workday Studio and Integrations, able to analyze benefits processes and troubleshoot integrations to benefit vendors.
- Familiar with Agile methodologies and prioritization.
- Ability to prioritize workload and deliver enhancements or fixes on time without supervision. Provide accurate timelines, follow-up, and required documentation for change management.
An ideal candidate also has:
- Experience with Workday Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking, Core HCM.
- Previous payroll processing experience.
- Knowledge of employment compliance and legal best practices.
- Experience working with Jira, Zendesk, and other business applications integrating to Workday.
Total Rewards
At Samsara, we build for the people who keep the global economy moving. We want owners, not passengers, which is why our rewards are designed to fuel high-impact builders. Our compensation program delivers above-market total compensation through a combination of base salary, performance-based bonus/variable pay, and equity (for eligible roles) in a high-growth public company. We meaningfully differentiate pay for our top performers, who have the opportunity to earn above-market compensation that can outpace the broader market over time.
Beyond compensation, we provide the foundations that enable long-term success: a flexible, employee-led remote model, a professional development stipend, comprehensive health and parental leave plans, and more. If you're ready to build for the long term and own the outcome, your journey starts here.
Flexible Working
At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams. Our offices are open for those who prefer to work in-person and we also support remote work where it aligns with our operational requirements. For certain positions, being close to one of our offices or within a specific geographic area is important to facilitate collaboration, access to resources, or alignment with our service regions. In these cases, the job description will clearly indicate any working location requirements. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our team can contribute effectively, whether they are working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual's ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and in the specified work location, if applicable.
Belonging at Samsara
At Samsara, we welcome everyone regardless of their background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, and other characteristics protected by law. We depend on the unique approaches of our team members to help us solve complex problems and want to ensure that Samsara is a place where people from all backgrounds can make an impact.
Accommodations
Samsara is an inclusive work environment, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email accessibleinterviewing@samsara.com or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Workday Analyst Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Workday9

- Aaa Texas2

- GlobalPoint2

- Jade Global2

- See's Candies2

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software10
- Electronics & Hardware2
- Food & Beverage2
- Hospitality & Tourism2
- Consulting & Professional Services1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in workday analyst jobs across California.
- Proven hands-on Workday HCM or Financials configuration experience in a production environment
- Workday Pro certification in at least one functional module preferred by most California employers
- Bachelor's degree in information systems, human resources, finance, or a closely related field
- Experience supporting full-cycle Workday implementations or post-production optimization projects
- Strong analytical skills for translating business requirements into Workday system configurations
- Familiarity with Workday reporting tools including Report Writer, BIRT, or Prism Analytics
Workday Analyst Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a workday analyst in California?
California does not require a state-issued license to work as a workday analyst, so the path centers on earning a Workday Pro certification through Workday's official training program, which is the credential California employers consistently look for. Most hiring managers also expect a bachelor's degree in information systems, HR, or finance. Candidates who combine that certification with hands-on configuration experience in either HCM or Financials are best positioned for California roles.
Which companies hire workday analysts in California?
Employers hiring workday analysts in California right now include Workday, Aaa Texas, and GlobalPoint, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major healthcare systems, and large technology companies creates sustained, year-round demand for Workday talent at multiple seniority levels.
Which California cities have the most workday analyst jobs?
Pleasanton, Costa Mesa, and Irvine are the California cities with the most workday analyst openings, driven by the Bay Area's density of tech and biotech headquarters, Los Angeles's entertainment and media conglomerates with large HR operations, and San Diego's expanding life sciences and defense sectors, all of which run enterprise-scale Workday environments that require ongoing analyst support.
Are there remote workday analyst jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. Workday analyst work is desk-based and system-driven, making it well-suited to remote arrangements. About 50% of workday analyst openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how widely California employers have adopted flexible work policies for this role. Configuration, reporting, and integration work are the functions most commonly performed fully remotely.
How can I get hired as a workday analyst in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing Workday's foundational training and earning a Workday Pro certification, then targeting junior analyst or Workday administrator roles at California-based consulting firms or large healthcare systems like Kaiser Permanente that run internal training programs for new Workday staff. HR coordinator, payroll specialist, and HRIS assistant roles at California tech companies frequently serve as a lateral stepping stone, since those positions provide direct system exposure that hiring managers count as relevant experience.
Where can I find and apply to workday analyst jobs in California?
You can find and apply to workday analyst jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and metro areas. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty, then apply directly to each one.
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