Application Engineer – Workday Compensation & Benefits

GlobexPeople; Philippines; On-site; PHP 3,685,503 - 4,914,004; Full time

Job summary

GlobexPeople is looking for an Application Engineer specializing in Workday Compensation & Benefits, based in a hybrid environment at EtonCentris, QC. The role includes configuring and supporting Workday solutions while ensuring system performance and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Workday modules and experience in enterprise integrations. Responsibilities also encompass SDLC support and participation in Agile teams.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Workday Compensation & Benefits modules.
• Hands-on experience with Workday tools and technologies.
• Experience with enterprise integrations and APIs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for Workday Compensation & Benefits.
• Configure and maintain Workday applications and integrations.
• Support the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Integrate Workday with enterprise platforms like SAP.

Skills

Workday Compensation & Benefits modules

Software engineering principles

REST/SOAP APIs

Scripting and automation

Agile methodologies

Tools

Workday Studio

EIB

SAP

ServiceNow

Job description

JOB TITLE

Application Engineer – Workday Compensation & Benefits

Work Setup

Hybrid – EtonCentris, QC

Summary

The Application Engineer – Workday Compensation & Benefits provides functional and technical expertise in configuring, integrating, and supporting Workday solutions across Compensation, Benefits, and related HCM modules. This role ensures scalable, reliable, and compliant system performance while enabling business-critical HR processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Workday Compensation & Benefits, with exposure to adjacent modules (Payroll, Integrations, Security, Data Conversion)
• Configure, customize, and maintain Workday applications and enterprise integrations
• Support the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, design, testing, deployment, and post-production support
• Translate business requirements into scalable, fit-for-purpose technical solutions
• Integrate Workday with enterprise platforms such as SAP and ServiceNow
• Provide production support, including incident resolution, root cause analysis, and performance optimization
• Monitor interfaces, data loads, and system performance, ensuring data integrity and operational stability
• Participate in Agile/DevOps teams, contributing to continuous delivery and change management initiatives
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures
• Ensure compliance with enterprise security, data governance, and IP standards

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Workday Compensation & Benefits modules, with working knowledge of Core HCM, Payroll, Absence Management, Time Tracking, Integrations, Security, and Data Conversion
• Hands‑on experience with Workday tools and technologies, including Advanced Custom Reports, EIB (Enterprise Interface Builder), Core Connectors, PICOF / PECI, Workday Studio, Workday Web Services
• Experience with enterprise integrations (REST/SOAP APIs, SAP, ServiceNow HRSD)
• Solid understanding of software engineering principles and SDLC practices
• Experience with scripting, automation, or low‑code development platforms
• Strong knowledge of data integration, validation, and transformation processes
• Experience working within Agile methodologies (SAFe, Scrum, Kanban)

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, particularly in complex HR systems
• Effective communication skills, bridging business and technical stakeholders
• High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Strong customer focus and service orientation
• Adaptability and resilience in fast‑paced, evolving environments

Preferred / Nice‑to‑Have

• Experience with ServiceNow HR Service Delivery (HRSD)
• Familiarity with enterprise HR ecosystems and integrations architecture
• Hands‑on experience with programming or scripting languages (Python, Java, SQL, Node.js)
• Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure)
• Knowledge of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)