People Technology Specialist

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Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented People Technology Specialist (Integration Focus) to support the integration and reporting needs across our People Technology team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career to build skills in designing, maintaining, and supporting integrations with various People systems. In this role, you will learn to optimize systems, collaborate with technical experts, and ensure seamless data communication between platforms, while adhering to security and compliance standards. You will join a collaborative team dedicated to driving efficiencies and innovation in People technology, supporting business growth through scalable and reliable technology solutions.

The People LAB team, part of the broader People Services and Delivery group, focuses on delivering impactful technology solutions and process improvements. This dynamic team partners with multiple internal stakeholders to create and maintain integrations, optimize workflows, and support the company's evolving people technology landscape.

About the Job

• Support in the development and maintenance of integration solutions across People systems.

• Assist with vendor integrations to ensure compatibility and performance across different technologies.

• Collaborate on troubleshooting and improving existing integrations.

• Gain hands-on experience developing real-time and scheduled integrations, ensuring data accuracy.

• Work closely with senior team members and cross-functional teams, such as IT and Engineering, to support integration projects.

• Partner with stakeholders to understand integration requirements and ensure solutions meet business needs.

• Assist with security testing and compliance reviews to maintain system integrity.

• Learn to create and maintain technical documentation, such as integration logic and workflow specifications.

• Support reporting needs by building standard or advanced reports to capture actionable data insights.

• Assist with audit preparations and ensure systems are secure and compliant.

• Support the implementation of workflow automations using tools like APIs or middleware solutions.

• Learn scripting and technical tools to optimize system processes.

About You

Minimum Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a technical or systems support role (internships or equivalent experience acceptable).

• Basic understanding of People system’s technologies.

• Foundational technical skills, such as:

• Familiarity with APIs, basic scripting (e.g., Python, JavaScript, or equivalent), or automation tools.

• Enthusiasm to learn about integrations and reporting.

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with a willingness to collaborate across teams.

• Genuine interest in exploring how technology can improve processes and team experiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.

• Exposure to tools like middleware platforms or API testing tools (e.g., Postman).

• Awareness of integration concepts such as authentication, data mapping, and error handling.

• An eagerness to learn and grow in systems integration and HR technology.

#LI-Remote

Instacart provides highly market-competitive compensation and benefits in each location where our employees work. This role is remote and the base pay range for a successful candidate is dependent on their permanent work location. Please review our Flex First remote work policy here.

Offers may vary based on many factors, such as candidate experience and skills required for the role. Additionally, this role is eligible for a new hire equity grant as well as annual refresh grants. Please read more about our benefits offerings here.

For US based candidates, the base pay ranges for a successful candidate are listed below.

CA, NY, CT, NJ
$104,000—$115,000 USD

WA
$99,000—$110,000 USD

OR, DE, ME, MA, MD, NH, RI, VT, DC, PA, VA, CO, TX, IL, HI
$95,000—$106,000 USD

All other states
$86,000—$95,000 USD