IT Technical Program Manager, Workday

Brex Inc.; Vancouver; Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic professional to optimize HR processes using the Workday platform. This role involves collaborating with the People team to implement technology solutions that enhance HR operations. You will manage the full project lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment, and drive system enhancements to improve user experience. Join a diverse and inclusive team that values innovation and continuous learning, where your contributions will have a significant impact on the organization’s growth and efficiency. If you're passionate about leveraging technology to transform HR practices, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Workday experience with proficiency in Core HCM configuration.
• Strong analytical abilities and project management expertise required.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize Workday, driving system releases and integrations.
• Manage the full project lifecycle, ensuring successful solution delivery.

Skills

Workday experience

Analytical abilities

Project management

Data manipulation within Workday

Integration troubleshooting

Continuous learning

Education

Workday certification

Tools

Workday Core HCM

Excel

EIBs for mass data loads

Job description

Brex is the AI-powered spend platform. We help companies spend with confidence with integrated corporate cards, banking, and global payments, plus intuitive software for travel and expenses. Tens of thousands of companies from startups to enterprises — including DoorDash, Flexport, and Compass — use Brex to proactively control spend, reduce costs, and increase efficiency on a global scale.

Working at Brex allows you to push your limits, challenge the status quo, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. We’re committed to building a diverse team and inclusive culture and believe your potential should only be limited by how big you can dream. We make this a reality by empowering you with the tools, resources, and support you need to grow your career.

Accounting at Brex

The Accounting team at Brex ensures that we have perfect financial reporting, but even more so, we serve as beta testers and power users of Brex’s financial products, providing analysis and feedback prior to product releases. Not only are we responsible for maintaining accurate books and records, we are also deeply passionate about automation and partner closely with the Engineering team to implement technological improvements.

What you’ll do

This role offers a unique opportunity to directly impact and optimize our HR processes through the Workday platform, becoming a critical driver of our technology roadmap. In partnership with the People team, you'll be responsible for the end-to-end process of developing and implementing HR technology solutions, ensuring clear requirements, technical accuracy, and security compliance. Be part of Brex's dynamic growth journey, working on impactful global initiatives as we scale our people and operations.

Where you’ll work

This role will be based in our Vancouver office. You must be willing to work in the office at least 2 days per week on Wednesday and Thursday. Employees will be able to work remotely for up to 4 weeks per year.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize Workday, driving system releases, integrations, and configurations to maximize performance and user experience.
• Design and deliver insightful Workday reports and dashboards, leveraging advanced calculations to empower data-driven decision-making.
• Partner with People Operations to translate evolving business needs into impactful system enhancements and streamlined processes.
• Manage the full project lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to testing and deployment, ensuring successful solution delivery.
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvement and stay ahead of HRIS trends, ensuring the organization leverages the latest technologies.

Requirements

• 4+ years of Workday experience.
• Proficiency in Workday Core HCM configuration (business processes, custom reports, security), with demonstrated experience in at least one additional module (Benefits, Absence Management, Payroll, Time Tracking, Compensation, Talent/Performance).
• Ability to manage and manipulate data within Workday, including experience with EIBs for mass data loads, a deep understanding of calculated fields, and proficiency in creating advanced and matrix reports.
• Proven experience in integration troubleshooting and resolving configuration issues within the Workday platform.
• Strong analytical abilities, project management experience, and proficiency in Excel, with the ability to handle complex situations.
• Project management expertise with the ability to lead projects end-to-end through the systems development life-cycle, from requirements gathering through deployment.
• Demonstrated initiative and a strong desire for continuous learning, innovation, and the development of new skills and functional expertise.
• Workday certification(s) are preferred.
• Workday Advanced Compensation or Talent Management implementation expertise.
• Experience working within a global organization.
• Experience with SOX and/or internal IT controls for process development and implementation.
• Workday integration configuration experience (EIB, Workday Studio, Workday Orchestration).
• Experience administering additional people systems (e.g., Lattice, CultureAmp, Greenhouse).

Compensation

The expected salary range for this role is $116,000- $145,000. However, the starting base pay will depend on a number of factors including the candidate’s location, skills, experience, market demands, and internal pay parity. Depending on the position offered, equity and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package.