Infrastructure & Digital Employee Experience, Principal Program Manager

Workday is seeking a Principal Program Manager to lead complex, cross-functional programs in the Infrastructure and DEX portfolio. You will be a primary driver of execution for digital employee experience and infrastructure priorities, connecting strategy to outcomes across multiple teams and platforms. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy in planning, sequencing, and delivering programs that have executive visibility and long-term impact on how Workmates experience Workday technology every day. This role requires strong judgment in navigating technical tradeoffs, integrating diverse stakeholders, and maintaining clear, outcome-focused communication.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning and execution of high-impact programs across the Infrastructure and DEX portfolio, from initial definition through delivery and stabilization; Translate strategy, roadmaps, and OKRs into clear execution plans and project structures, including scope, milestones, dependencies, and success metrics; Partner with stakeholders and end users to gather feedback, define requirements and user stories, and ensure solutions are grounded in the employee experience; Establish and run governance forums and operating rhythms, and drive change management plans including communications to support smooth adoption; Anticipate and manage cross-functional risks, dependencies, and budget/financial considerations, resolving issues before they impact delivery; Build and maintain strong relationships across BT, Infrastructure, DEX, and business stakeholders to keep execution aligned with priorities; Provide concise, outcome-focused updates to senior leaders, simplifying complex program and technical details into clear narratives and choices

Requirements

10+ years of program management experience leading large-scale, cross-functional initiatives with measurable business outcomes; 8+ years of professional experience in enterprise SaaS, cloud, infrastructure environments; 8+ years of professional experience delivering complex technical or infrastructure programs that span multiple teams and systems; Ability to influence and align senior stakeholders across engineering, infrastructure, security, and business functions; Skilled at executive communication and storytelling with data, with the ability to simplify complex technical topics and tradeoffs; Comfort navigating data, integration, and infrastructure dependencies to make sound, long-term decisions; Track record of mentoring or elevating other program and project managers, contributing to shared standards and best practices; Highly adaptable and resilient; able to manage shifting priorities while maintaining a clear focus on outcomes and long-term impact; Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Technology, Engineering, or Management; Relevant certifications (PMP, PgMP, CSM, or equivalent) required, or equivalent demonstrable expertise in program management frameworks

Benefits

Workday Bonus Plan or role-specific commission/bonus; annual refresh stock grants; comprehensive benefits; flexible work schedule