Compensation Analyst

Who we are
At CarGurus (NASDAQ: CARG), our mission is to give people the power to reach their destination. We started as a small team of developers determined to bring trust and transparency to car shopping. Since then, our history of innovation and go-to-market acceleration has driven industry-leading growth. In fact, we're the largest and fastest-growing automotive marketplace, and we've been profitable for over 15 years.
What we do
The market is evolving, and we are too, moving the entire automotive journey online and guiding our customers through every step. That includes everything from the sale of an old car to the financing, purchase, and delivery of a new one. Today, tens of millions of consumers visit CarGurus.com each month, and ~30,000 dealerships use our products. But they're not the only ones who love CarGurus-our employees do, too. We have a people-first culture that fosters kindness, collaboration, and innovation, and empowers our Gurus with tools to fuel their career growth. Disrupting a trillion-dollar industry requires fresh and diverse perspectives. Come join us for the ride!
Role Overview
CarGurus is seeking a motivated, analytical Compensation Analyst who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven environment and enjoys solving challenges with creativity and precision.
In this visible, cross-functional role, you'll work closely with the People & Talent team, business leaders, and Finance to deliver compensation programs that are fair, competitive, and aligned with our strategy. You'll be involved across the full compensation lifecycle, including planning, benchmarking, equity administration, and project execution. Your work will help ensure our programs scale effectively as we grow.
If you bring strong analytical skills, hands-on systems experience (ideally in a corporate or public company), and a passion for data-informed decision making, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll do

• Advise People Strategy Partners and business leaders by translating data into clear compensation recommendations.
• Align compensation strategies with evolving business goals.
• Handle core activities such as job pricing and support a variety of compensation-related projects.
• Drive annual processes including merit reviews, bonus planning, and equity grants.
• Support the design and rollout of short- and long-term incentive programs.
• Ensure compliance with pay regulations and monitor market and legislative trends.
• Lead annual survey submissions (e.g., Radford, Aon) and manage market data and job codes.
• Conduct market pricing analysis and recommend job levels and salary ranges.
• Maintain and support job architecture, leveling, and compensation bands.
• Build dynamic Excel or Google Sheets models for planning and reporting.
• Develop scalable tools that streamline workflows and deliver insights.
• Maintain data integrity across Workday and other compensation systems.
• Use Fidelity tools to support equity reporting and respond to internal questions.
• Partner with People Strategy Partners, Talent Acquisition, and People Operations to provide compensation guidance.
• Contribute to pay equity analysis and help maintain transparent, competitive pay ranges.
• Support equity and compensation processes with data validation, reporting, and communication.

What You'll Bring

• 3 or more years of experience in compensation or related roles, preferably in a corporate or public company setting.
• High attention to detail, data accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and automation.
• Experience with Workday, Radford, and Fidelity is a plus.
  Clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently in a matrixed environment.
• Experience with equity compensation is a strong advantage.
• A collaborative and consultative working style.

If you're energized by data, collaboration, and impact, and are looking to grow in a strategic and visible role, apply now to join CarGurus as a Compensation Analyst.
Working at CarGurus
We reward our Gurus' curiosity and passion with best-in-class benefits and compensation, including equity for all employees, both when they start and as they continue to grow with us. Our career development and corporate giving programs, as well as our employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities, help people build connections while making an impact in personally meaningful ways. A flexible hybrid model and robust time off policies encourage work-life balance and individual well-being. Thoughtful perks like daily free lunch, a new car discount, meditation and fitness apps, commuting cost coverage, and more help our people create space for what matters most in their personal and professional lives.
We welcome all
CarGurus strives to be a place to which people can bring the ultimate expression of themselves and their potential-starting with our hiring process. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. We foster an inclusive environment that values people for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. That's why we hope you'll apply even if you don't check every box listed in the job description. We also encourage you to tell your recruiter if you require accommodations to participate in our hiring process due to a disability so we can provide the appropriate support. We want to know what only you can bring to CarGurus. #LI-Hybrid