Workday Configuration Analyst

Jobot; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical benefits

401(k)

Career growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Workday configuration specialist to support HR systems for a large enterprise with 20,000+ employees. You will configure Workday modules, optimize processes, and partner with stakeholders to enhance the employee experience through technology.

Strong administration of Learning, reporting, and analytics is required, along with hands-on Workday expertise. Join a collaborative team driving HR technology strategy across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HRIS/HR systems experience.
• Hands-on Workday configuration required.
• Experience with Workday Learning, Talent, or HCM modules preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication across technical and non-technical users.

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and optimize Workday functionality across HR modules.
• Lead Workday Learning administration and configuration.
• Support system improvements and optimization initiatives.
• Create and maintain reports, dashboards, and analytics.
• Participate in testing, upgrades, releases and enhancements.
• Troubleshoot Workday issues and support stakeholders.
• Collaborate with HR and business leaders to gather requirements.
• Ensure data integrity across HR systems.
• Assist with documentation, training, and user adoption.
• Participate in rotating support for escalated inquiries.

Skills

HRIS

Workday configuration

Data analysis

Excel

Tools

Workday Report Writer

Calculated Fields

BIRT

Studio

Job description

Job details:

Love Workday configuration and solving complex HR systems challenges? Join a high-impact team supporting 20,000+ employees across a large enterprise environment.

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us:

We're building the future of the employee experience through technology, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Supporting a large and dynamic workforce, our team is empowered to challenge the status quo, solve meaningful problems, and help shape systems that impact thousands of employees every day. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your work truly matters, this is the place for you.

Why join us?

• Competitive compensation package + annual bonus opportunity


• Strong long-term career growth and advancement opportunities within a large enterprise organization


• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more


• Generous 401(k) program with company match to help you plan for the future


• Opportunity to work on impactful Workday initiatives supporting 20,000+ employees across hundreds of locations


• Collaborative, supportive team environment that values innovation, continuous improvement, and professional development


• High-visibility role with direct influence on the employee experience and HR technology strategy

Job Details

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex system challenges, partnering with business stakeholders, and improving the employee experience through technology. You'll play a key role in supporting and optimizing the organization's Workday environment, with a strong emphasis on configuration, business process enhancements, Learning module administration, and end-user support.

This is a highly collaborative position offering strong visibility across the organization, exposure to enterprise-scale HR technology initiatives, and excellent long-term growth potential.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Configure, maintain, and enhance Workday functionality across HR-related modules


• Serve as a primary resource for Workday Learning administration and configuration


• Support business process improvements and system optimization initiatives


• Create and maintain calculated fields, custom reports, dashboards, and analytics


• Participate in system testing, upgrades, releases, and enhancement projects


• Troubleshoot complex Workday issues and provide functional support to internal stakeholders


• Partner with HR, Operations, and business leaders to gather requirements and implement solutions


• Ensure data integrity and consistency across HR systems


• Assist with documentation, training, and user adoption efforts


• Participate in a rotating support schedule to assist with escalated system inquiries

What We're Looking For:

• 3+ years of HRIS, HR Technology, HR Systems, or related experience


• Hands-on Workday configuration experience required


• Experience supporting Workday Learning, Talent, or HCM modules strongly preferred


• Strong understanding of Workday business processes, configuration, and security concepts


• Experience building calculated fields, custom reports, and dashboards


• Ability to troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and recommend solutions


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Excellent communication skills with the ability to support both technical and non-technical users


• Experience supporting large employee populations and multi-location organizations is a plus


• Experience with Workday Report Writer, Calculated Fields, BIRT, or Studio preferred


• Prior experience supporting enterprise-level HR technology environments


• Strong Excel skills including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis

If you're a Workday professional who enjoys configuration, system optimization, and making a meaningful impact across a large organization, we'd love to connect.

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