Compensation Partner

Samsungsemiconductor · San Jose, California, United States · $141K – $219K · Other

Posted 2026-11-13

44% above the median for Mid-Level Other roles

Apply for this role →

What You’ll Do

The Total Rewards team seeks an innovative Compensation Partner to support the analytics, administration, and

implementation of our compensation philosophy and strategy. You will manage multiple projects, provide data‑driven

insights, and partner with stakeholders to solve compensation challenges.

Location: Daily onsite presence at our Headquarters in San Jose, CA in alignment with our Flexible Work policy

Reports to: Director Compensation

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility:

Market Benchmarking & Analysis

Conduct competitive benchmarking, market pricing, and job evaluation activities.

Perform pay competitiveness analyses; manage the benchmarking process to ensure programs stay competitive and equitable.

Translate market data and internal insights into clear, actionable recommendations.

Have genuine interest to leverage AI to automate and optimize

Program Management

Manage one or more annual compensation processes, from development through complete execution, including salary review, short/long-term bonus planning and promotions.

Build robust data models, reporting dashboards, governance tools and executive-ready review summary to support each planning cycle.

Support the design and evolution of compensation programs, including salary structures, short-term and long-term incentive plans.

Compensation Partnership

Act as a trusted strategic partner to HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, business leaders and other internal partners, providing data‑driven guidance to address compensation-related issues and provide solutions that support business goals.

Build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional partners and gains a deep understanding of the talent within the assigned Business Units.

Contributing to the implementation and communication of compensation policies and practices. Create clear communication materials and training sessions to educate managers and internal partners on compensation policies and programs.

Contribute to related policy design, ensuring fairness, equity, and compliance across all programs.

Systems

Be heavily involved in system configuration and testing for HRMS compensation related processes

Partner with HRIS Specialist, translating strategy and vision into system design and workflows, ensuring data integrity, scalable and sustainable design, and excellent user experience.

What You Bring

6+ years of relevant experience in compensation and/or HR analytics

Advanced Excel skills including modeling, scenario analysis and data visualization. Able to handle large, complex data set and translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences, including senior leadership

Impeccable level of discretion, confidentiality and attention to details

Strong understanding of broad-based compensation programs and incentive programs

Demonstrated experience collaborating closely with internal partners and business leaders to solve compensation related matters

Experience managing/administering/supporting companywide annual compensation programs, some of which runs concurrently

Hands‑on experience with HRIS (Workday, etc.); Workday experience is a strong plus

Flexible, proactive, comfortable with ambiguity with ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills

What We Offer

The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.

This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.

Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.

Enjoy Time Away You’ll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.

Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the way—including a stipend for fertility care or adoption, caregiver support, and medical travel support.

Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions, you’ll have support no matter where you are.

Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.

Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That’s why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.

Base Pay Range

$141,000—$219,000 USD

Apply for this role →

← Back to all jobs