M&A Integration Sr. Principal Program Manager, BT PMO

Workday; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 210,600 - 316,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workday Bonus Plan

Annual refresh stock grants

Job summary

Workday is looking for a Sr. Principal Technical Program Manager to drive M&A integrations and manage cross-functional teams. The role demands over 12 years of program management experience and a strong record in enterprise SaaS environments.

The successful candidate will establish formal networks across departments, ensuring programs align with organizational goals and accelerate future integrations. This position blends remote and office work, requiring at least 50% in-office presence.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of program management experience in large-scale initiatives.
• 12+ years managing end-to-end M&A integrations.
• 10+ years in SaaS, cloud, or technology environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of M&A integration programs.
• Evaluate and resolve critical issues during integrations.
• Maintain formal networks across multiple departments.

Skills

Program management experience

Experience in enterprise SaaS

Ability to influence stakeholders

Understanding of Workday architecture

Mentoring and developing Program Managers

Adaptability and resilience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Technology, or Management

Relevant certifications (PMP, PgMP, or equivalent)

Job description

About The Team

The Business Technology Program Management Office (BT PMO) drives consistency, operational rigor, and delivery excellence across Workday’s most important technology initiatives. We partner across engineering, operations, and business platforms to ensure execution is connected to measurable results. As part of this mission, the BT PMO provides dedicated program management for Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A).

About The Role

Workday is seeking a Sr. Principal Technical Program Manager to serve as a primary strategic driver for our M&A technology portfolio. This high-visibility leadership role requires formal networks with key decision-makers and acting as a stabilizing force during high-stakes pivots.

M&A Strategy & Execution Job Duties

• Lead the planning and execution of Workday’s most complex, cross-functional M&A integration programs, from initial due diligence through post-close stabilization.
• Exercise independent judgment in methods and evaluation criteria for obtaining results in environments with significant organizational friction and shifting deal dynamics.
• Curate, drive, and refine repeatable M&A playbooks to codify lessons learned and accelerate future integrations.
• Act as the final arbiter of trade-offs between speed, cost, and quality when guiding critical integration decisions.
• Resolve critical issues and broad design matters that arise between legacy systems and Workday standards, prioritizing scalability and compliance over short-term fixes.
• Create and maintain formal networks across Corporate Development, Engineering, Legal, Security, and Finance to ensure execution is connected to measurable value realization.
• Provide outcome-focused, unfiltered reporting to executive sponsors, simplifying complex integration health metrics into actionable technical strategies.

About You

Basic Qualifications

• 12+ years of program management experience leading large-scale, cross-functional initiatives, with a proven track record at the Principal contributor level.
• 12+ years of experience managing end-to-end M&A integrations, focusing on organizational and process components that cause friction.
• 10+ years in enterprise SaaS, cloud, or high-growth technology environments.

Other Qualifications

• Ability to influence and align executive-level stakeholders across diverse functions to achieve long-term M&A goals.
• Deep understanding of the Workday architecture and dependencies required to maintain compliance and scale in a multi-tenant environment.
• Track record of mentoring and developing other Program Managers, acting as a force multiplier and elevating the organization’s collective M&A IQ.
• Highly adaptable and resilient; able to manage shifting priorities and organizational drama while maintaining a relentless long-term focus.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Technology, or Management (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant certifications (PMP, PgMP, or equivalent) required.
• Open to 50% reporting to Pleasanton office.

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 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. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things.

Primary Location: USA.CA.Pleasanton   Base Pay Range: $210,600 USD – $316,000 USD

Additional US Locations Base Pay Range: $177,800 USD – $316,000 USD

Our Approach to Flexible Work

With Flex Work, we combine the best of in-person and remote working. Our approach enables teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We do not require a fixed number of in-office days; instead, we ask that employees spend at least half (50%) of their time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). Remote home-office employees can also join in the office for important moments.

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

Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer that includes individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. In addition, Workday is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring experience where all candidates can fully demonstrate their skills. If accommodations are required, please email [e-mail].