Workday Architect

Design and define the overall structure of the Workday HCM system to align with HR strategies and business goals.

● Ensure that the Workday HCM solution fits within the broader enterprise architecture and integrates seamlessly with other systems.

● Co-lead the Workday Center of Excellence to enforce adherence to formalized standard operating procedures for all maintenance and configuration activities.

● Partner with HRIS to ensure leading practice usage of Workday configuration to satisfy policy and regulatory requirements while meeting the key business goals and strategic objectives.

● Collaborate with executive stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical strategies.

● Ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of the Workday HCM platform across the organization.

● Drive innovation and continuous improvement in Workday architecture and processes.

● Lead position in the implementation of Workday HCM modules such as Human Resources, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence Management, Benefits, Compensation, Recruiting, and Talent Management.

● Provide guidance on the configuration of the Workday HCM system according to specific organizational requirements and best practices.

● Support the design and management of integrations for Workday HCM with other internal systems including: SAP, Peoplesoft, Google BigQuery and external third party services.

● Ensure data flows smoothly and securely between Workday and other systems.

● Recommend with HR and Internal Control and implement security roles and permissions within Workday to ensure data integrity and compliance with local and international data protection regulations.

● Optimize the usage of Workday and the licensing model. Work and collaborate closely with Workday

● Regularly review with HR and update security settings as per organizational changes and compliance requirements.

● Support HRIS in the testing of Workday configurations and integrations to ensure they meet user requirements and function correctly.

● Manage the resolution of any issues identified during testing phases with the HR teams.

● Support HRIS in the development of HR training programs for end-users to ensure they are proficient in using Workday HCM features.

● Providing second-level support for issues that the HR helpdesk cannot resolve.

● Manage DB&T budgets, resources, and timelines for Workday-related projects and run activities.

● Monitor the performance of the Workday HCM system and identify opportunities for optimization.

● Support the Implement updates and enhancements to improve system efficiency and user satisfaction.

● Support the change process associated with new Workday HCM deployments or modifications.

● Ensure that all stakeholders are informed and prepared for changes in the Workday system.

● Maintain comprehensive documentation on system configurations and processes.

● Support the HRIS team in the development of custom reports and dashboards to meet the analytical needs.

● Collaborate with HR teams and other key stakeholders to understand their needs and how Workday can be optimized to support them.

● Act as a bridge between technical teams, HR and key stakeholders to ensure that all perspectives are addressed in the Workday configuration.

● Stay informed about new Workday features, updates, and best practices.

● Leverage relationship with Workday CSM during critical escalations, requests for new feature education, and broader exposure to major updates/opportunities with Workday (Regional User Groups, Early Access programs, etc.)

● Participate in Workday communities and attend conferences to keep skills and knowledge current.

● Ability to work cross-functionally and lead by influence.

● Ability to work independently.

● Takes ownership of actions and outcomes.

● Willing and capable to remain open, flexible, and adaptable to change.

● Strong customer orientation and communications skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education / Experience / Background

● Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.

● Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred.

● 10+ years of experience in Workday implementations or related HR/ERP systems.