The Workday HRIS Principal Architect serves as a strategic and technical leader responsible for designing, configuring, and optimizing Workday HCM solutions across global regions, with a focus on Absence and Time Management, Business Process Optimization, and AI-enabled HR capabilities. This role ensures scalable, compliant, and user-centric solutions that align with organizational goals and regional requirements.
Key Responsibilities:- Solution Design & Configuration
- Lead configuration of Workday modules: Core HCM, Absence, Time Tracking, LOA, Advanced Compensation, Learning, Recruiting, and related integrations.
- Design and optimize business processes using Workday’s Business Process Framework, ensuring global scalability and local compliance.
- Implement calculated fields, condition rules, eligibility rules, and security frameworks.
- Program & Project Management
- Drive end-to-end delivery of Workday enhancements and new functionality, including planning, testing, and deployment.
- Manage cross-functional projects involving HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT teams.
- Establish governance standards and maintain process documentation.
- AI Enablement & Innovation
- Integrate Workday Skills Cloud and AI-driven features (e.g., Workday Assistant, predictive analytics) to enhance employee experience and HR efficiency.
- Champion responsible AI practices in HRIS processes, ensuring compliance with global privacy and employment regulations.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner with HR leadership and regional HR teams in China and India to translate strategic goals into system capabilities.
- Serve as a trusted advisor for HR technology decisions and process improvements.
- Integration Expertise
- Hands-on experience with Workday integrations and APIs, including Studio, EIB, Core Connectors, PECI/PICOF.
- Reporting & Analytics
- Ability to design advanced Workday reports and dashboards leveraging calculated fields and analytics for actionable insights.
- Security & Compliance
- Expertise in Workday security configuration, role-based access, and compliance controls.
- Global Deployment & Localization
- Experience with global deployments and localization for China and India, including statutory absence and time-off rules.
- Integration with Payroll & Benefits
- Knowledge of Workday Payroll and Benefits modules and their integration with Absence and Time Tracking.
- AI Governance
- Champion AI-enabled HR processes and automation strategies aligned with organizational AI governance standards.
- 10+ years of hands-on Workday HCM configuration experience, including Absence and Time Management.
- Proven track record in business process design, global deployments, and integrations.
- Deep knowledge of Workday modules: Core HCM, Absence, Time Tracking, Compensation.
- Strong understanding of Workday security, reporting, and calculated fields.
- Ability to lead complex HRIS programs and manage multiple stakeholders across regions.
- Familiarity with AI-driven HR tools and strategies for automation and optimization.
- Bachelor’s degree in HR Management, Information Systems, or related field.
- Workday HCM and/or Integration certification preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Knowledge of compliance requirements in Globally for HR processes.
- Ability to mentor HRIS analysts and lead cross-functional teams across HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of hands-on Workday HCM configuration experience
- Proven track record in business process design, global deployments, and integrations
- Bachelor's degree in HR Management, Information Systems, or related field
- Workday HCM and/or Integration certification
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Equity Value & Accessibility — A discounted ESPP with a lookback feature and equity included in total compensation make ownership broadly accessible and potentially meaningful. Structured compensation at an industry leader adds predictability to equity participation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Global Recharge Days, volunteer time off, and companywide breaks indicate a comprehensive time‑off framework. In addition, many salaried roles are described as having flexible or generous PTO policies.
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