Director, Senior Lead Workday Application Analyst (Compensation Module SME)

TIAA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 131,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Lead Application Developer to drive innovation in end-user applications and systems software. This role is pivotal in shaping operational strategies that influence key business decisions. You will lead the HCM strategy with a focus on Compensation modules, manage complex projects, and collaborate with executive leadership. Join a company dedicated to financial well-being and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports your personal and professional growth. If you have a passion for technology and leadership, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement program

Wellness offerings

Work-life balance programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT ERP work experience, preferably with Workday.
• 6+ years of Workday HCM functional experience with various processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead HCM strategy focusing on Compensation and Advance Compensation modules.
• Manage teams and deliverables while developing innovative application strategies.

Skills

Agile Methodology

Continuous Integration and Deployment

Data Analysis

Debugging

DevOps

Enterprise Application Integration

Operating Systems Management

Problem Solving

Programming

Software Development

Software Development Life Cycle

Web Application Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The Senior Lead Application Development job is responsible for leading analysis and configuration of end user applications or systems software created by third parties. While working as a thought leader within the department, this job recommends operational strategies and plans that have direct impact on results. This role also influences business decisions made by key leadership associates and business partners.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• This job interacts with executive leadership and others concerning matters of significance to the organization, and makes decisions that have a considerable impact on the overall success of the Workday HCM, specifically Compensation and Advance Compensation modules within Workday, platform. This job manages large projects and is recognized as the Systems expert on the team that solves complex issues that arise.

• Leads the HCM strategy, with heavy emphasis on Compensation and Advance Compensation modules, and transformation consulting across people, processes and organizations enabled by technology.

• Manage teams with multiple work streams, deliverables and aggressive deadlines.

• Develops strategy and roadmap for delivering innovation and automation while analyzing detailed business requirements and specifications for the application.
• Configures internally developed applications and commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) applications using programming, scripting, and database languages.
• Plans application testing, deployment, maintenance, and evolution activities by correcting programming errors, responding to scope changes, and coding application enhancements.
• Maintains relationships with clients while communicating with IT and business management and monitors prompt response and support for technical issues.
• Receives activity and progress reports regarding applications systems analysis and programming sections.
• Leads process improvements, cost reduction efforts, tool development to improve the software development and support process in a way that reduces complexity, improves service, and reduces cost.
• Coaches, reviews and delegates work to lower level professionals.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Required

Work Experience

• 8+ Years Required; 10+ Years Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level
10IC

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT ERP work experience (Workday experience is preferred).
• 6+ years of Workday HCM functional experience with multiple Workday HCM business processes.
• Experience with two plus Workday implementations completed and experience in supporting any of Compensation, Recruiting, HR, Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence, Talent Management, Learning, etc., modules in a production environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6+ years of Workday HCM functional experience specializing in Compensation and Advanced Compensation Modules.
• Workday Pro Certification or Workday Certified Implementation Consultant certification preferred.
• Technical acumen of the Workday system configuration and cloud integrations.
• Knowledge of Prism Analytics, People Analytics, Adaptive Planning or Workday Extend is preferred.
• Should have the ability to work on multiple work streams and aggressive deadlines.
• Managing complex implementations and project budgets.

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Related Skills Agile Methodology, Continuous Integration and Deployment, Data Analysis, Debugging, DevOps, Enterprise Application Integration, Operating Systems Management, Problem Solving, Programming, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle, Web Application Development

Anticipated Posting End Date:

2025-05-19 Base Pay Range: $131,900/yr. - $188,600/yr.

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans).

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