Xcel Energy

Principal HR Technology Analyst

Xcel Energy • $97K — $138K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • 8+ years of experience with HCM solutions
  • Experience in a SaaS environment preferred
  • In-depth understanding of HCM technologies
  • Ability to assess technology changes for business needs
  • Effective project management skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proven consultative and coaching skills

Responsibilities

  • Plan and manage HCM technology projects
  • Support and develop HCM technologies independently
  • Maintain technology roadmap and manage release processes
  • Conduct audits and troubleshoot system issues
  • Provide technical guidance to super users and support staff
  • Ensure data integrity in HCM systems
  • Lead projects across multiple workstreams

Benefits

  • Annual Incentive Program
  • Medical/Pharmacy Plan
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Parental Leave
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Plans, manages and implements Human Capital Management (HCM) technology business solutions in a fast-paced environment. Provides technical direction to internal and external groups in accordance with HCM technology objectives. Develops technology strategy for one or more workstreams and/or technologies to support HR and business objectives. Consults with business and HR unit leaders to identify requirements and fulfill needed requirements.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Ensures all technology projects for aligned workstreams are prioritized and properly planned within HR Technology and with partners. Independently supports, maintains and develops HCM technologies for aligned workstreams. Interacts with business and HR unit leaders/SMEs (subject matter experts) and internal customers to determine requirements and project objectives. Identifies systems gaps and resolves. Presents system-level solutions that add value to the business area.
  • Maintain roadmap for respective technologies and workstreams; manage release process for push and opt-in feature enhancements; Keep abreast of technology, industry and business trends to ensure that appropriate technologies are being considered in the planning process that meet organizational requirements.
  • Maintain and evolve system configurations; Conduct audits to ensure accuracy and efficacy of business processes; Investigate and troubleshoot system issues, identify root causes, research and test solutions.
  • Provides technical guidance to super users and support staff on the use of HCM technologies and instructs team members and business unit decisions makers on technical decision points and solution adoption. Support development and maintenance of training and communications materials
  • Ensure data integrity in HCM systems through thorough testing of data loads and identification of intersections with other workstreams, technologies and integrations.
  • Assumes lead role in projects or team-related processes that span multiple/all workstreams


Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  • At least 8 years of experience working directly with HCM solutions to support business/HR objectives and activity, including administration of configuration and system set-up.
  • Experience with HCM solutions in a SaaS environment preferred.
  • In-depth understanding of how all HCM technologies can be used and applied to the business.
  • Ability to understand changes in technology in detail and determine how best to source technology to meet the business needs.
  • Ability to understand business processes and coordinate with others. in system deployment.
  • Effective project management skills, including the ability to track status of deliverables, navigate the complexity of competing priorities and simultaneous initiatives, and to provide timely updates to stakeholders and drive progress.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusting working relationships and collaborate across disparate groups.
  • Proven consultative and coaching skills.


Preferred Requirements

  • Workday Certification


Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $97,600.00 to $138,600.00 per year

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave

Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Deadline to Apply: 10/14/26

About Xcel Energy

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Join the dynamic team at Xcel Energy, where innovation meets expertise in the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions. As a leading energy company, Xcel Energy offers unparalleled job opportunities that empower professionals to advance their careers while contributing to environmental stewardship.

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Learn more about Xcel Energy
Size
11,321 employees
Market Cap
$38.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
2000
5 Year Trend
+3.9%
Revenue
$11.5 billion
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