HRIT Systems Architect

This position is for work in an onsite format, in Contagem, Minas Gerais.
 

Who will you be working with?

You will be part of the IT organization, partnering closely with HR, Payroll, Benefits, Operations, Finance, Information Security, Integration teams, and IT leadership. This role serves as a strategic advisor to business stakeholders, driving alignment between HR technology capabilities and organizational objectives while supporting a mature Workday environment across the enterprise.

How will you make a difference?

As the HRIT Architect, you will define and govern the technical architecture, configuration strategy, and roadmap for Workday and related HR technology solutions. You will ensure the platform remains scalable, secure, compliant, and aligned with enterprise standards while driving continuous improvement, supporting organizational transformation initiatives, and enabling business success through effective technology solutions.

What do we want to know about you?

Experience in:

• Supporting and governing enterprise HR technology platforms, preferably Workday.
• Leading Workday HCM, Payroll, and Benefits configuration in complex post-production environments.
• Managing Workday enhancements, releases, platform optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supporting mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, workforce integrations, and organizational transformation projects.
• Partnering with HR, Payroll, Benefits, Operations, Finance, and IT stakeholders to design scalable business solutions.
• Establishing governance models, architectural standards, and platform roadmaps.
• Supporting complex workforce environments, including unionized populations, multiple legal entities, and manufacturing operations.
• Evaluating business requirements and translating them into sustainable Workday solutions.

Soft Skills:

• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to influence decisions and build consensus across cross-functional teams.
• Strategic thinking with a customer-focused mindset.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a highly matrixed environment.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and results-oriented approach.

Hard Skills:

• Advanced expertise in Workday HCM, Payroll, and Benefits.
• Deep knowledge of Workday business processes, security administration, reporting, calculated fields, and organizational structures.
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles and platform governance.
• Experience with Workday tenant management, release management, and configuration best practices.
• Knowledge of compliance, audit, labor, and regulatory requirements impacting HR systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Human Resources, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Workday certifications in HCM, Payroll, Benefits, Security, or related areas are preferred.

What will your typical day look like?

• Define and govern the enterprise architecture strategy for Workday and related HR technology solutions.
• Review and approve solution designs, system configurations, enhancements, and architectural decisions.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, Benefits, Operations, and IT teams to identify technology and process improvement opportunities.
• Lead Workday optimization initiatives, including feature adoption, release management, and process standardization.
• Assess current business processes and recommend scalable, sustainable solutions aligned with enterprise standards.
• Provide architectural guidance for security models, reporting, organizational structures, and business processes.
• Support acquisition and integration activities, including employee onboarding, organizational design, security setup, and business process alignment.
• Facilitate workshops and discussions with stakeholders to define requirements and build consensus.
• Monitor system performance, identify operational risks, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Maintain governance documentation, support models, and change management practices.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on Workday best practices, platform capabilities, and long-term HR technology strategy.
• Contribute to roadmap planning and ensure HR technology solutions support future business growth and transformation initiatives.

Benefits:

At Wabtec, people come first. That’s why we ensure our employees feel valued and have the tools they need to thrive. By joining us, you will have access to a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and development. Here’s what we offer to make you feel part of a company that supports your professional and personal journey:

• Medical Assistance extended to dependents (spouse and children)
• Dental Assistance extended to dependents (spouse and children)
• Profit Sharing
• Private Pension Plan
• Meal Policy according to location
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program: psychological, legal, financial, and social support
• Headspace – mental health app
• Christmas Card or Basket for employees (based on location)
• Christmas Gift for children up to 11 years old
• Extended Maternity Leave
• Program for Pregnant Women and Babies
• Language Incentive Policy
• Mentorship Programs and access to training platform
• Wellhub
• Pharmacy Assistance

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What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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