Workday Extend Consultant

Hexaware Technologies; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexaware Technologies in Toronto is seeking a senior Workday Architect to lead design and integration of custom applications using Workday Extend, ensuring seamless alignment with core Workday functionalities.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into technical designs, develop scalable solutions, and provide leadership on best practices. Mentoring junior staff and staying updated on Workday Extend features are key parts of the role.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience with Workday Integrations.
• At least 2 years of experience in developing applications using Workday Extend (formerly Workday Cloud Platform).
• Strong expertise in Workday HCM, Financials, or related Workday modules.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing scalable cloud-based applications.
• Deep understanding of Workday's APIs, data models, and security protocols.
• Experience with web services, REST, and SOAP APIs.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of interacting effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Workday Extend certification or similar certifications preferred.
• Familiarity with Agile or other software development methodologies preferred.
• Experience in client-facing consulting or technical advisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of custom applications utilizing Workday Extend, ensuring seamless integration with Workday's core functionalities.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather and document requirements, translating them into technical specifications and design blueprints.
• Develop and implement scalable, maintainable, and secure solutions within the Workday ecosystem.
• Provide thought leadership on best practices and architectural design, ensuring alignment with Workday's guidelines and standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Workday Functional Consultants, Developers, and Project Managers, to ensure the successful delivery of custom applications.
• Conduct code reviews, provide technical guidance, and ensure adherence to development standards across all projects.
• Stay informed about new Workday Extend features, product enhancements, and industry trends to inform solution design.
• Offer post-implementation support, troubleshooting, and ongoing enhancements for custom applications.
• Mentor junior developers and architects, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the team.

Skills

Workday Integrations

Workday Extend

Workday HCM

Workday Financials

APIs (REST/SOAP)

Cloud-based architecture

Mentoring

Tools

REST API

SOAP API

Web services

Job description

• Lead the design and architecture of custom applications utilizing Workday Extend, ensuring seamless integration with Workday's core functionalities.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather and document requirements, translating them into technical specifications and design blueprints.
• Develop and implement scalable, maintainable, and secure solutions within the Workday ecosystem.
• Provide thought leadership on best practices and architectural design, ensuring alignment with Workday's guidelines and standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Workday Functional Consultants, Developers, and Project Managers, to ensure the successful delivery of custom applications.
• Conduct code reviews, provide technical guidance, and ensure adherence to development standards across all projects.
• Stay informed about new Workday Extend features, product enhancements, and industry trends to inform solution design.
• Offer post-implementation support, troubleshooting, and ongoing enhancements for custom applications.
• Mentor junior developers and architects, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the team.

Qualifications: -

• Over 5 years of experience with Workday Integrations.
• At least 2 years of experience in developing applications using Workday Extend (formerly Workday Cloud Platform).
• Strong expertise in Workday HCM, Financials, or related Workday modules.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing scalable cloud-based applications.
• Deep understanding of Workday's APIs, data models, and security protocols.
• Experience with web services, REST, and SOAP APIs.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of interacting effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills: -

• Workday certification in Workday Extend or other relevant Workday certifications.
• Familiarity with Agile or other software development methodologies.

Experience in client-facing consulting or technical advisory roles