The Senior Business Systems Engineer will lead daily operations of the Workday platform, overseeing enhancements, integrations, and support for HR, finance, and critical functions. Responsibilities include optimizing platform usability, managing system configurations, analyzing workflows for efficiency, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders across departments to deliver high-impact solutions.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Systems Engineer to lead and manage the day to day operations and continuous improvement of our Workday platform. This role is pivotal in ensuring that Workday is optimized to meet business needs across HR, finance, and other critical functions. As a key partner to stakeholders you will oversee system enhancements, integrations, and ongoing support, contributing to our company’s growth and operational excellence.
This role is ideal for someone with a proven track record of managing Workday platforms and a passion for driving process improvements through innovative solutions. You'll have the opportunity to influence the strategic use of Workday, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
Who you are
- An experienced Workday leader with a proven track record of managing and optimizing Workday platforms across multiple modules, such as HCM, Payroll, and Benefits.
- Able to strategically align Workday capabilities with business objectives, ensuring the platform supports organizational growth and efficiency.
- A process innovator with a keen eye for identifying opportunities to enhance workflows through automation and system improvements.
- An effective communicator, able to collaborate with stakeholders across HR, IT, finance, and other departments, translating complex technical details into actionable business insights.
- Proactive and adaptable, thriving in dynamic environments where priorities can shift and responding effectively to changing business requirements.
- Meticulous and organized, with a strong attention to detail, ensuring data accuracy and integrity within the platform.
- A collaborative team player who values input from diverse perspectives and fosters strong relationships with internal teams and external vendors.
- Committed to delivering high-impact solutions and continuously driving improvements in system performance and usability.
- A lifelong learner, staying updated on Workday innovations and best practices to ensure the platform remains cutting-edge and competitive.
What you will do
- Platform Ownership: Serve as the primary owner and subject matter expert for the Workday platform, ensuring its effective use across HR, payroll, finance, and other integrated systems.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with HR, finance, IT, and other business units to gather requirements, prioritize enhancements, and implement solutions that align with business goals.
- System Configuration and Optimization: Lead the configuration of Workday modules, including Core HCM, Payroll, Absence Management, Benefits, and Advanced Compensation, ensuring the system is optimized for usability and scalability.
- Integration Management: Oversee integrations between Workday and other enterprise systems, ensuring seamless data flow and compliance with business processes.
- Process Improvement: Analyze and improve current Workday processes and workflows, identifying opportunities for automation and enhanced efficiency.
- Compliance and Security: Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
- Training and Support: Develop and deliver training materials for users while providing ongoing support and troubleshooting for the Workday platform.
- Vendor Management: Collaborate with Workday and third-party vendors to resolve issues and deploy updates. Manage day to day service performance of third-party support and development teams.
Must Haves
- Experience: 5+ years managing Workday platforms, including configuration and deployment across multiple modules (e.g., Core HCM, Payroll, Advanced Compensation).
- Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of Workday integrations, reporting, and security frameworks.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Proven ability to identify, analyze, and resolve system issues and implement scalable solutions.
- Stakeholder Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
- Project Management: Demonstrated success in leading projects, managing timelines, and delivering high-quality results.
- Data Governance: Solid experience in maintaining data integrity and ensuring system compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
Nice to Have
- Experience with Workday Extend or Studio for advanced customizations.
- Familiarity with Agile project management methodologies.
- Workday Pro Certification in key modules (e.g., HCM, Integrations).
- Experience working in a high-growth or fast-paced environment.
- Experience with additional enterprise HR platforms and their integration with Workday.
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