Workday Systems Analyst 2 - Seattle, WA (Hybrid)
Seattle, WA · HybridFull-time$80–122K/yrPosted 1 day agoStill listed today
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Job overview
Nordstrom’s HR Operations Systems team maintains and enhances HR technologies that streamline processes and support the employee experience. The Systems Analyst 2 manages and improves HR systems, collaborating with HR, IT, and business stakeholders on enhancements, troubleshooting, and platform support. The role focuses on Workday, ServiceNow HRSD, and Paradox, with a hybrid schedule requiring four onsite days per week at the downtown Seattle offices.
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Job Description Nordstrom’s HR Operation Systems team, part of HR Ops & Analytics, is dedicated to maintaining and enhancing critical HR technologies to streamline processes and support business success and improve the employee experience.
As a Systems Analyst 2, you will play a vital role in managing and improving HR systems, ensuring seamless functionality and data accuracy. Reporting to the Manager HRIS, you will collaborate with HR, IT, and business stakeholders to drive system enhancements, troubleshoot technical issues, and provide hands-on support for platforms such as Workday, ServiceNow HRSD, and Paradox. This role requires a strong analytical mindset and technical expertise to streamline HR processes, maintain data integrity, and optimize system configurations.
A Day in the Life…
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Support system updates, testing, and troubleshooting to maintain operational stability.
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Configure and maintain Workday modules, including Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, and Time Tracking.
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Conduct audits and validations to ensure data integrity and compliance.
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Assist in mass data uploads and foundational data maintenance.
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Optimize ServiceNow HRSD workflows for streamlined case management , including technical Incident management.
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Monitor case resolution metrics, escalating issues as needed for timely resolution.
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Enhance Paradox for recruiting and employee engagement functions.
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Translate business requirements into technical solutions and assist with project execution.
You Own This Role If You Have…
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2+ years of experience in HRIS, systems analysis, or related fields.
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Strong working knowledge of Workday, including configuration and administration.
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Familiarity with ServiceNow HRSD, Paradox, or similar HR technologies.
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Hands-on experience utilizing JIRA, Confluence, Microsoft Suite, and related business tools.
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Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
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Effective communication skills to support technical and non-technical audiences.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Location: This is a hybrid role requiring the selected candidate to work onsite four (4) days per week and live within a commutable distance of Nordstrom's corporate offices in downtown Seattle, WA.
Pay Range Details The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Washington: $80,168 - $122,000 Annually
We’ve got you covered… Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_15_Full_Time_ES-US.pdf A few more important points... The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.
Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines. Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.
Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date. © 2026 Nordstrom, Inc
How this job compares
Set against the 1,487 open Systems Analyst jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$80–122K/yr
- US median$90–145K/yr847 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $101K, is 14% below the US median midpoint ($117K) — in the middle half of Systems Analyst salary ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 29 open Systems Analyst jobs in Washington and 1,487 across the US. 8% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Washington
- Accenture3 open
- PDS Defense2 open
- State of Washington2 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Systems Analyst postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 1,248 postings).
- Education
- 486 of the 1,487 open Systems Analyst jobs (33%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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