Workday Technical Lead

TOP 3–5 NON-NEGOTIABLE SKILLS:

1. Workday certifications (Integrations / Reporting) – preferably Workday Pro. They would like to prioritize candidates with a certification first, but will still consider someone who has all the other required experience.
2. Workday Studio (advanced)
3. EIB / Core Connectors
4. Workday HCM + Security (SMS, access, roles)
5. Strong communication (can work with non-technical stakeholders)
6. Proven Workday integration development experience
7. Experience leading implementations or optimization projects
8. Experience with XML, XSLT, REST/SOAP
9. Great communicator – see notes below

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and support Workday implementations, upgrades, and optimization projects for Human Capital Management (HCM) and Finance, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to evaluate feature enhancements and deliver high-impact solutions.
• Support best practices and continuous improvement for HCM and Finance processes within Workday.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
• Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and user acceptance testing for key stakeholders and end users.
• Contribute as a trusted advisor on Workday capabilities and feature planning.

Workday Studio Development & Integrations

• Design, develop, and maintain complex integrations using Workday Studio, Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB), and Core Connectors.
• Collaborate with internal product and external vendors to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient integration solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues, ensuring data integrity and compliance with organizational standards.
• Document integration processes, technical specifications, and provide training to relevant stakeholders.

Required Skills

• Advanced knowledge of XML, XSLT, and web services (REST/SOAP).
• Proven track record as an administrator in HCM and/or Finance Workday implementations.
• Strong understanding of Workday business processes, data models, and security frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Workday certification(s) in Integrations and Reporting preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, experience working with non-technical staff to understand requirements necessary