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Director, HR Information TechnologyChipotle Mexican Grill • Newport Beach, CA, United States
Director, HR Information Technology

Director, HR Information Technology

Chipotle Mexican Grill • Newport Beach, CA, United States
10 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD

Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As the Director, HR Information Technology (HRIT), you will be responsible for leading the direction, delivery, and support of technology solutions that enable our HR, Payroll, and Talent and Operations functions. You will oversee the enterprise HR systems landscape - including Workday, UKG, and Paradox platforms - ensuring scalability, data integrity, security, and continuous improvement in support of Chipotle’s growing global workforce.

This role partners closely with senior leaders across HR, Finance, Operations and Technology to deliver a seamless and high-performing digital employee experience, supporting over 100,000 employees worldwide. You will build and guide high-performing teams focused on HR technology operations, integrations, data management, vendor partnerships, and technology-driven business process optimization.

LOCATION

This position will be based in our Columbus, OH or Newport Beach, CA offices 4 days per week (with work from home on Friday). Remote work is not available for this role.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Strategic Technology Leadership :

  • Work with Stakeholders to define and execute the HR technology roadmap aligned with business strategy and workforce priorities.
  • Drive governance and lifecycle management of HR systems, including Workday, UKG, and Paradox.
  • Evaluate emerging HR technologies to support scalability, automation, and employee experience.

Platform Ownership :

  • Serve as the business technology owner for Workday (Core HR, Benefits, Compensation, Talent, and Absence), UKG Payroll, and Paradox, ensuring operational stability and data accuracy.
  • Lead system enhancements, upgrades, and integration strategies across HR, Finance, and IT systems.
  • Oversee system access controls, configuration governance, and compliance with privacy and security standards (SOX, GDPR, CCPA).
  • People & Process Leadership :

  • Build and mentor an HRIT team of system analysts and integration engineers.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, service excellence, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Partner with HR, Talent, Workforce Management, Compliance and Payroll leaders to continuously optimize HR business processes through technology.
  • Program & Vendor Management :

  • Lead vendor relationships with Workday, UKG, and Paradox; manage service-level agreements and performance metrics.
  • Oversee system implementation partners and consultants to ensure successful delivery of enhancements and integrations.
  • Manage the HRIT budget, including forecasting, resource planning, and cost optimization.
  • Compliance, Security & Data Integrity :

  • Partner with Cybersecurity, Internal Audit, and Legal to ensure HR system compliance and risk mitigation.
  • Drive consistent data governance practices across HR systems and reporting tools.
  • Ensure adherence to PCI and payroll compliance requirements and HR data privacy regulations.
  • WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of IT or HR technology leadership experience, including 5+ years managing enterprise HR systems teams.
  • Deep expertise in Workday HCM and UKG Payroll administration, configuration, and integrations.
  • Experience implementing or managing Paradox or similar conversational recruiting platforms.
  • Strong understanding of HR, payroll, benefits, and talent management business processes.
  • Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional technology projects.
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to translate technical information into business context.
  • Vendor management, budgeting, and program governance experience required.
  • PAY TRANSPARENCY

    A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $178,000.00–$259,000.00. You are also eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards based upon performance and other factors. Actual compensation offered may vary depending on skill level, experience, and / or education. Chipotle offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, sick leave, vacation time, and much more. Visit for more details.

    WHO WE ARE

    Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE : CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Chipotle has restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany and is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe. With employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices. For more information or to place an order online, visit

    Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. As a people-first company rooted in values, our purpose extends beyond serving nutritious food using real ingredients. It means hiring world-class individuals and fostering a culture that champions diversity, ensures equity, and celebrates inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

    Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and / or certain state or local laws. Please contact ADAaccommodations@chipotle.com if you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete an application, job interview, and / or to otherwise participate in the hiring process. This email does not respond to non-accommodations related requests.

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