Global Program Manager

WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy.

As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in.

We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.

This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today.

We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level.

Join us and let’s shape the future of data.

WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy.

As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in.

We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.

This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today.

We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level.

Join us and let’s shape the future of data.

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented

Global Incentive Program Managerto join our Total Rewards team. This role carries end-to-end accountability for the administration and execution of short- term incentives, long-term incentives, and employee recognition programs. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of incentive plan mechanics and company-wide recognition programs, and the ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs with precision and sound judgment.

• Participate in the strategy, design, implementation and ongoing improvement of short-term incentive, long-term incentive and employee recognition programs

• Lead end-to-end administration and governance of the global short- and long-term incentive programs, partnering with the compensation program manager on workday program requirements, manager experience, plan documentation, modeling, calculations, validation, and payout execution

• Serve as the primary point of accountability for incentive plan accuracy, compliance, and operational integrity

• Analyze program effectiveness, cost, and performance outcomes; proactively surface insights and recommendations to leadership

• Partner with Finance to ensure accurate compensation forecasting, accruals, and budget management

• Manage company-wide employee recognition programs, including peer-to-peer, manager-led, and values-based programs.

• Oversee recognition platforms and vendor relationships

• Collaborate with Internal Communications and HR to promote recognition campaigns tied to company values

• Partner with HRIS and People Analytics to design, build, and maintain compensation dashboards that enable quick review of market positioning for short and long term incentives and budget utilization needs

• Partner with HRIS and People Analytics teams to ensure data integrity and optimize Workday functionality for short term and long term incentives

• Explore and pilot AI and automation tools to streamline repetitive tasks and enhance predictive analytics capabilities

• Measure participation, engagement and recognition program effectiveness through metrics and employee feedback.

• Develop and maintain policies, guidelines, and…