Principal, Product Owner, Business Performance

Workday, Inc.; Pleasanton (CA); Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 294,000; Full time

Job summary

Workday, Inc. is seeking a Principal Product Manager for the Enterprise Data & Analytics portfolio. You own data platform strategy and AI-enabled experiences, setting standards for Data Product and Active Data Governance at scale.

You will define roadmaps for finance and business performance data, drive complex transitions across the Workday ecosystem, and mentor the product management community toward high ownership and technical excellence. This role offers flexible work options.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of technical product management experience, specifically in Enterprise Data & Analytics.
• 10+ years of managing suites of interrelated data or platform products at an enterprise level.
• 10+ years of experience influencing VP and SVP-level stakeholders to drive organizational pivots.

Responsibilities

• Own the Business Performance and Finance organization portfolio strategies by defining the delivery roadmap for enterprise-wide data capabilities, ensuring alignment with Workday's AI-forward strategy.
• Lead enterprise change by driving the most complex technical transitions and managing dependencies across the entire Workday ecosystem.
• Standardize methodologies across the product management community, fostering a culture of high ownership and technical excellence.
• Architect high-impact engagement strategies for senior leaders to ensure long-term support for data initiatives.
• Pioneer agentic AI by designing the blueprint for integrating AI tools into the fabric of enterprise product management.

Skills

Technical product management

Enterprise Data & Analytics

Stakeholder influence

Tools

Snowflake

dbt

Atlan

Sigma

Job description

Your work days are brighter here. We're obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we're shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you'll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We're in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you'll do meaningful work with Workmates who've got your back. In return, we'll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you've found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.

About the Team

In 2024, Workday launched the Enterprise Data and Analytics (ED&A) team with a mission to transform and optimize the way Workday creates and shares trusted data to drive actionable insights and data-led innovation across the enterprise.

About the Role

As a Principal Product Manager, you own the strategic delivery of a mission-critical product portfolio within ED&A. You are accountable for the long-term success of Workday's data platform and the delivery of AI-enabled experiences. You define the standards for how Data Product and Active Data Governance methodologies are applied at scale across the organization.

• Own the Business Performance and Finance organization portfolio strategies by defining the delivery roadmap for enterprise-wide data capabilities, ensuring alignment with Workday's AI-forward strategy.
• Lead enterprise change by driving the most complex technical transitions and managing dependencies across the entire Workday ecosystem.
• Standardize methodologies across the product management community, fostering a culture of high ownership and technical excellence.
• Architect high-impact engagement strategies for senior leaders to ensure long-term support for data initiatives.
• Pioneer agentic AI by designing the blueprint for integrating AI tools (Gemini, Sana) into the fabric of enterprise product management.

About You

Basic Qualifications:

• 12+ years of technical product management experience, specifically in Enterprise Data & Analytics.
• 10+ years of managing suites of interrelated data or platform products at an enterprise level.
• 10+ years of experience influencing VP and SVP-level stakeholders to drive organizational pivots.

Other Qualifications:

• Subject matter expertise in processes that drive Finance & Accounting workflows such as Quote/Order to Cash (QTC/OTC) and experience delivering Executive-level reporting across the enterprise.
• Deep understanding of the Snowflake, dbt, Atlan, and Sigma stack scaling AI innovation.
• Ability to navigate high-pressure political and technical landscapes to drive strategic consensus.
• Insight on how AI multiplies the impact of the ED&A organization and lead by example in AI adoption.

Workday Pay Transparency Statement

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things.

• Primary Location: USA.GA.Atlanta
• Primary Location Base Pay Range: $176,000 USD - $264,000 USD
• Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $167,200 USD - $294,000 USD

Our Approach to Flexible Work

With Flex Work, we're combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Equal Opportunity

Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. At Workday, we are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring experience where all candidates can fully demonstrate their skills. If you require assistance or an accommodation at any point, please email [e-mail]. Workday will never ask candidates to apply to jobs through websites that are not Workday Careers. Workday will never ask candidates to pay a recruiting fee, or pay for consulting or coaching services, in order to apply for a job at Workday. Workday is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Workday are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Further, pursuant to applicable local ordinances, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us. Workday is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals during our application process, in order to perform one or more essential functions of their job, as well as regarding the use of AI tools for employment decision-making to any degree. Workday prohibits taking adverse action against any candidate or employee for reporting a possible violation of this policy, requesting one or more work accommodation, exercising a privacy right, or cooperating in an investigation in accordance with applicable law. Any employee who retaliates against a candidate or employee for doing so may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment, to the fullest extent allowable under applicable law.

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