Workday System Developer

We are seeking an experienced L4 People Technology Developer to lead the design, configuration, and optimization of Workday solutions that power our HR and payroll processes. The ideal candidate brings advanced, wide-ranging Workday expertise, applies creative and effective solutions to complex business problems, and guides the development of new approaches and best practices. This role operates with a high degree of independence, mentors others on Workday functionality, and partners closely with the People Team, IT, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure Workday delivers scalable, business-ready outcomes.

Responsibilities

Lead configuration of Workday modules (e.g., Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking, HCM, Talent, Compensation) on complex business requirements; Architect and guide development of Workday Business Processes, calculated fields, condition rules, and security roles; Lead evaluation and adoption of new features with each Workday release; Develop and own advanced, matrix, composite, and dashboard reports in Workday; Drive data quality and integrity standards across Workday and connected systems; Own audit readiness through proactive reporting, documentation, and control frameworks; Design and lead test strategies including test plans, scripts, and UAT coordination; Lead regression and functional testing for biannual Workday releases; Network with key contacts across functions and advise others, including senior partners, on complex Workday matters; Provide expert-level Workday system support and develop scalable solutions that prevent recurrence; Mentor and upskill team members and key users on Workday functionality

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, HR Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience); 5-7 years of hands-on Workday analyst or configuration experience; Advanced, wide-ranging knowledge of Workday security, business processes, reporting, and calculated fields; proven ability to independently determine methods and techniques on new, complex assignments; Demonstrated ability to work on complex, ambiguous issues requiring in-depth evaluation; exercises independent judgment in selecting approaches, with work reviewed upon completion rather than in progress

Nice to have

Workday certifications (Payroll, Absence, HCM, Benefits, Time Tracking, Reporting); Experience in HR, payroll, benefits, or related domains; Experience working in an agile environment; track record of guiding new policy development and mentoring junior team members on system best practices

Benefits

Competitive base pay; benefits; equity (RSUs)