About Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric is the global specialist in energy management and automation. With revenues of ~€27 billion, our 135,000+ employees serve customers in over 100 countries, helping them to manage their energy and process in ways that are safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software, and services improve the way our customers manage and automate their operations. Our connected technologies reshape industries, transform cities, and enrich lives. At Schneider Electric, we call this Life Is On.
About Schneider Digital
All IT needs for SE are managed by a group called Schneider Digital (SD); spread across 303 locations in 60 countries with over 2300 staff; along with various engagements with all major Global IT Service Providers.
You will be part of the dynamic Schneider Digital – HR Technology team whose mission is to “Create digital workplace of the future & Enable HR to build workforce of the future”.
Within this team, you will be part of the Core Architecture team, which mission is to provide our employees with a best-in-class Employee Experience, by ensuring a consistent and reliable architecture supporting all the applications which are part of their Employee Lifecycle at Schneider Electric.
Role mission
We are seeking a strategic and technically proficient HR Systems Technical Expert, to lead the design and implementation of scalable, integrated, and user-centric HR technology solutions.
This role will partner with HR and IT stakeholders to select & deploy, or design & build, solutions that enhance employee experience, streamline HR operations, and support digital transformation initiatives across the enterprise, offering a growth path toward either architecture or technical leadership (based on performance and interest).
You’ll focus on:
- Drive simplification and standardization across HR processes and technologies.
- Solutioning and enhancing platforms with a vision to leverage latest trends in HR and Technology (AI, CoPilots, Data Mesh…).
- Evaluate and select optimal tools and platforms for HR needs, according to our Digital strategy.
Main responsibilities
- Partner with HR Digital Architect, HR CoEs, Enterprise Architecture, Capability Owners and Business Units to understand requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions.
- Design end-to-end solutions for HR systems, with special focus on Learning and/or Rewards & Benefits platforms.
- Lead and support the development of in-house projects and PoCs.
- Provide architectural oversight on HR technology projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals, architecture standards, data governance, and security policies.
- Participate in the evaluation and selection of HR technology platforms and vendors.
- Stay current with emerging HR tech trends (e.g., AI in HR, employee experience platforms, automation) to identify and suggest opportunities to improve user experience, process efficiency, and system performance.
- Act as a trusted advisor to IT, HR and business stakeholders on technology trends and best practices.
- Contribute to the delivery of impactful use cases and the evolution of a future-proof HR architecture.
Skills and experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, HR Technology, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in HR systems (Learning and/or Rewards).
- Good understanding of HR processes (hire-to-retire), tools and compliance aspects (regulations, privacy, etc.).
- Proven experience designing or deploying software solutions for Learning and Rewards & Benefits, with a strong understanding of industry standards and best practices.
- Good understanding of major HR platforms (e.g. Oracle HCM, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, ServiceNow HRSD).
- Experience with SaaS systems, cloud-based architectures, APIs, and integration platforms.
Skills
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
- Excellent stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Architecture & Integration: Good understanding of Applications Integration standards and Architecture standards (TOGAF, APIs, SaaS platforms).
- Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS (S3, Lambda, Glue, RDS, EC2, Step Functions), IAM, CloudWatch
- Programming & Scripting: Python (strong), Node.js (basic)
- DevOps & Collaboration: CI/CD pipelines (GitHub, GitHub Actions)
- Ability to work on an inclusive and collaborative environment, cross-department and cross-country.
What will you get?
We adapt to you:
With our flexible schedule, you'll have the freedom to adjust your work hours to accommodate your personal needs and responsibilities.
We know how great it is to work from home. With our hybrid work plan, you can enjoy working from the comfort of your home.
Need more time to relax and disconnect? With our Holy Pack, you can purchase additional vacation days to recharge when you need it most.
Celebrate holidays your way! With Floating Holidays, you can exchange holidays for other days that better suit your plans and personal preferences.
Need additional time to explore new experiences or focus on personal projects? With the Sabbatical Pack, you can request up to 2 months of extra leave (unpaid).
We value the importance of family and want to support you in all aspects of your life. Our Global Family Leave Policy provides flexible paid conditions for when you need it most, whether you're about to be a parent, need time to overcome a loss, or to care for a loved one.
We take care of you:
With access to the health and wellness platform Wellwo, you and up to 5 people of your choice can enjoy access to wellness content, nutrition counseling, fitness classes, and more!
From dance classes to booking a hotel spa, we offer an agreement with Wellhub so you can access a network of thousands of gyms and sports centers to keep your body active in the way you like best.
Your well-being is our priority. You will have medical service at your workplace for close attention to any medical needs.
We empower you:
With Open Talent Market, our AI-driven professional development platform, you can connect with job opportunities, projects, and mentors at Schneider Electric globally.
We offer you the opportunity to be a shareholder of Schneider Electric and share in our achievements with our stock ownership program.
We celebrate everyone's talent and success with our recognition program, through which you can give and receive points for your achievements and redeem them for gift cards at your favorite stores.
You will have life insurance for your protection.
We offer you a Flexible Remuneration Plan in which you can choose from a variety of options, such as health insurance, meal vouchers, childcare vouchers, transportation vouchers, training, and more.
With Club Schneider, you will enjoy special discounts at your favorite stores, restaurants, travel agencies, and other external services.
Participate in company-subsidized volunteer programs to contribute to our community and have a positive impact on your environment.
Let us learn about you! Apply today.
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
€36 billion global revenue
+13% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
