<div class="content-intro"><p>Couchbase, the operational data platform for AI, empowers businesses to succeed by bringing data to life in new ways. Major market-leading companies rely on Couchbase for mission critical operational, analytical, mobile and AI workloads. Built to replace legacy infrastructure and fragmented data services, Couchbase empowers enterprises with a unified platform architected for performance, flexibility and global scale.</p> <p>With Couchbase, organizations bring their data to life, launching game‑changing customer experiences, exploring the limitless potential of AI, and seamlessly extending applications from the cloud to the edge and beyond. Couchbase’s AI‑ready technology and enterprise partnership model eliminate complexity and reduce total cost of ownership, enabling teams to stay agile, innovative and secure.</p> <p>Couchbase believes data should never slow you down, but act as the foundation for your next breakthrough. Discover why Couchbase is trusted to help the world’s biggest players scale, move fast and stay resilient, no matter what’s next on their roadmap. Visit <a href="http://couchbase.com">couchbase.com</a> and follow us on LinkedIn and X.<br><br>Want to be part of our story? Apply today! </p></div><p>We’re growing our team and are looking for a <strong>Senior Specialist, Global Payroll & Equity</strong> to support our expanding global workforce.</p> <h3><strong>Responsibilities</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Own the timely and accurate payroll process, including processing wages, timekeeping, bonuses, garnishments, taxes, and benefit deductions for India, UK and other countries as assigned. (APAC & EMEA)</li> <li>Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to process payroll, assist employees, and ensure compliance with company policies and all applicable local, state, federal, and international laws and regulations.</li> <li>Ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and on time, including reviewing payroll registers and reports and coordinating payroll funding with Accounting.</li> <li>Perform off-cycle payroll runs as required.</li> <li>Prepare payroll journal entries and assist with account reconciliations.</li> <li>Continuously evaluate, analyze, and streamline payroll processes, including identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements.</li> <li>Develop and maintain effective payroll procedures and internal controls.</li> <li>Perform year-end payroll activities and related reporting.</li> <li>Utilize payroll systems to support payroll processing, reporting, and system accuracy.</li> <li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Qualifications</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.</li> <li>8+ years of payroll experience, with at least 5–6 years supporting global payroll operations.</li> <li>Extensive knowledge of payroll functions and applicable laws, payroll setup and processing, payroll tax compliance, balancing and reconciliation, deductions, and internal controls.</li> <li>Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate payroll processes and complex administrative information to stakeholders.</li> <li>Self-motivated and able to work independently with a strong work ethic.</li> <li>Excellent organizational, time management, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with the ability to apply past experience to inform decision-making.</li> <li>Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment and interact with colleagues and business partners across the organization.</li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><div id="model-response-message-contentr_b611b08753337d41" class="markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color stronger tutor-markdown-rendering"> <p data-path-to-node="2"><strong>Working at Couchbase</strong></p> <div>At Couchbase, innovation thrives when diverse perspectives come together. Our culture is driven by <strong data-path-to-node="3" data-index-in-node="99">four core values</strong> that guide how we build mission-critical technology and collaborate every day:</div> <br> <ul data-path-to-node="4"> <li><strong>Put the Customer First:</strong> The customer must be at the center of everything we do.</li> <li><strong>Be a Good Human, Always:</strong> Integrity, empathy, and respect are our non-negotiable bedrock.</li> <li><strong>Win as One Team:</strong> No one wins alone. Collaboration is how we erase silos.</li> <li><strong>Build for Mission Critical:</strong> Our product earned customer trust. We honor it by relentlessly pushing what’s technically possible.</li> </ul> <div>We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds—including women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ professionals, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We also value unconventional career paths and unique life experiences.</div> <br> <blockquote data-path-to-node="6"> <div><strong data-path-to-node="6,0" data-index-in-node="0">A note on qualifications:</strong> Studies show that underrepresented talent is less likely to apply unless they meet 100% of the criteria. If you are excited about this role and feel you can make strong contributions to our team, <strong data-path-to-node="6,0" data-inde