Senior People Systems Analyst

Who we are is what we do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 100+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 5,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50,  Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.

Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $12 billion valuation and $800  million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Senior People Systems Analyst to lead the strategic design and optimization of our talent development solutions, including engagement, learning, performance, skills, and career growth. This role is instrumental in shaping how we implement and scale our talent management and experience strategy through Deel’s platform. By delivering solutions to empower impactful team member growth and reinforcing our high-performance culture, you will directly impact our success as we scale and build a generational company. You will collaborate closely with the People Experience Team to drive the successful delivery of talent initiatives and also partner with our Product team to influence the roadmap and evolution of our engagement and talent development tools as customer zero.

Key Responsibilities:

Technology & Optimization

• Act as the functional expert for talent technologies, including Deel’s internal talent management systems.

• Serve as the primary system administrator, troubleshooting platform issues and ensuring data integrity and quality experiences across talent management products.

• Drive our development roadmap to support internal needs. Partner with technical teams to design, configure, and implement new feature enhancements, and introduce innovative technologies within our stack.

• Manage end-to-end solution delivery—including gathering requirements, documenting user stories, testing solutions, and ensuring successful rollouts.

• Track system performance and adoption, using feedback to improve functionality.

• Stay updated on industry best practices and workforce development trends, sharing knowledge and insights with relevant stakeholders.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Build strong, trust-based relationships with stakeholders across the business.

• Partner with People Experience, HRBP, and business leaders to refine talent development strategies and programs.

• Operate as a liaison between R&D teams and functional stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, prioritization, and alignment.

• Develop user guides, training materials, and change management plans to support adoption.

Systems Thinking & Problem Solving

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their challenges, goals, and critical needs.

• Approach problems with curiosity to identify root causes of issues and develop effective, scalable solutions 

• Ensure learning, performance, and career development programs are effective, intuitive and globally scalable.

• Assess dependencies and optimize workflows for efficiency.

• Translate business needs into system enhancements and process improvements.

Project Management & Execution

• Plan, prioritize, and execute multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring timely delivery.

• Develop and maintain project timelines, ensuring key milestones are met.

• Identify and mitigate risks to keep projects on track and within scope.

• Ensure clear communication of project updates, roadblocks, and solutions to stakeholders.

Data-Driven Decision Making

• Work closely with People Data teams to design and deliver meaningful insights and analytics.

• Use data to uncover opportunities for improvement, measure the success of initiatives, and inform future decisions.

• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with security and privacy standards.

What You Bring:

• 5+ years of system administration experience with HRIS, HCM, Learning  (LMS/LXP) and Talent Management solutions.

• Deep understanding of People (HR) philosophy and strategy—having worked closely to define and deploy successful people development programs in hyper-growth organizations, at scale.

• Proven experience in People systems administration with a focus on workforce agility—learning, performance, skills, and career development.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and feedback to translate insights into actionable strategies.

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including People, IT, engineering, and product teams, to drive platform improvements.

• A problem-solving mindset with a passion for advancing the employee experience through digital tools and technology.

• Excellent project management skills and ability to drive cross-functional initiatives from ideation to execution.

• Clear communication and ability to challenge or drive for successful outcomes

• Familiarity with automation, integrations, and workflow optimizations in People technology stacks.

• Understands confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information and maintains confidentiality.

• Experience working in a globally distributed team

• Experience in fast-paced, high-growth /pre-IPO technology companies is highly preferred.

• Proficiency with Google Office suite preferred.

• Prior experience with Deel preferred.

• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The team member may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. 

Some things you’ll enjoy

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location

• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country

• The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of  race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visitingour careers page.
Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.
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