Hybrid Workday Systems Engineer: HCM & Analytics

Engg; Raleigh, New York (NC, NY); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Pendo is seeking a Workday Systems Engineer to own and evolve Workday within our HR tech stack. You will configure modules across HCM, Advanced Compensation, Time Tracking, and Time & Attendance while ensuring data integrity and secure access.

Based in Raleigh or New York City, this hybrid role partners with HR, People, and Recruiting to translate requirements into scalable Workday solutions and to drive reliable reporting and analytics.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on Workday experience spanning HCM, Advanced Compensation, Time Tracking, and Time & Attendance.
• Experience configuring Workday business processes, security roles, and reporting capabilities, including calculated fields and custom reports.
• Experience partnering directly with HR, People, and Recruiting stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to own ambiguous, cross-functional projects.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain technical Workday configurations to non-technical partners.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve Workday as a core part of Pendo's HCM infrastructure across modules.
• Partner with Recruiting and People teams to translate requirements into scalable Workday solutions.
• Lead Open Enrollment configuration, testing, and go-live activities.
• Manage Workday setup for compensation cycles, including merit, bonus, and equity review processes.
• Troubleshoot Workday issues, manage security configurations, and maintain data integrity across integrations.
• Build and maintain reports, dashboards, and calculated fields to support People reporting needs.
• Evaluate new Workday releases and features for potential adoption and value.
• Document Workday processes and configurations and provide enablement for HR teammates.
• Coordinate with Workday support and external partners for necessary expertise.

Skills

Workday experience

HR collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional ownership

Tools

EIBs

Studio

Core Connectors

Workday Pro certification

Job description

Pendo is seeking a Workday Systems Engineer to own and evolve Workday within our HR tech stack. You will configure modules across HCM, Advanced Compensation, Time Tracking, and Time & Attendance while ensuring data integrity and secure access.

Based in Raleigh or New York City, this hybrid role partners with HR, People, and Recruiting to translate requirements into scalable Workday solutions and to drive reliable reporting and analytics.