Workday HCM Solution Architect, Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid leave

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Workday HCM Solution Architect, Lead, to drive transformation in the Human Capital Management space. You will lead functional projects and configure enhancements, partnering with clients to prioritize requirements and improve processes with Workday.

You will mentor a small team of analysts and ensure cross‑functional coherence across HR processes, including security, payroll, benefits, and talent.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with HCM systems.
• 3+ years of experience with Workday HCM, including HCM touch points Core and Advanced Compensation.
• 3+ years of experience with project management.
• 2+ years of experience with people management.
• Knowledge of HR processes.
• Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver Workday HCM projects and configuration activities for enhancements.
• Architect Workday HCM and Compensation solutions to ensure cross‑functional cohesion and mitigated impacts.
• Manage a small team of functional analysts and mentor junior members of the team.

Skills

HCM systems experience

Workday HCM expertise

Project management

People management

HR processes knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday configuration tools

Job description

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Lead and deliver projects in the Human Capital Management ( HCM ) area by using strong project management skills, deep analytical capabilities, creativity of a solution architect, and process orientation of a functional expert. Provide subject matter expertise on Workday best practices and partner with clients to understand pain points, prioritize requirements and identify opportunities to improve processes and gain efficiency by leveraging Workday functionality. Lead functional projects and configuration activities for enhancements and new functionality in the HCM area. Architect Workday HCM and Compe nsa tion solutions to ensure all work streams are cohesive and cross functional impacts are considered and mitigated. Manage a small team of functional analysts and mentor junior members of the team. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizen ship is required .

You Have

• 5+ years of experience with HCM systems
• 3+ years of experience with Workday HCM, including HCM touch points Core and Advanced Compe nsa tion
• 3+ years of experience with project management
• 2+ years of experience with people management
• Knowledge of HR processes
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have

• Knowledge of touch points with Security, Payroll, Benefits, Recruiting, and Talent
• Ability to work well in structured and unstructured environments, under pressure, and with changing priorities
• Possession of excellent consult ative, organization, customer service, and problem-solving skills
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Workday HCM Solution Architect, Lead

The Opportunity

Lead and deliver projects in the Human Capital Management ( HCM ) area by using strong project management skills, deep analytical capabilities, creativity of a solution architect, and process orientation of a functional expert. Provide subject matter expertise on Workday best practices and partner with clients to understand pain points, prioritize requirements and identify opportunities to improve processes and gain efficiency by leveraging Workday functionality. Lead functional projects and configuration activities for enhancements and new functionality in the HCM area. Architect Workday HCM and Compe nsa tion solutions to ensure all work streams are cohesive and cross functional impacts are considered and mitigated. Manage a small team of functional analysts and mentor junior members of the team. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizen ship is required .

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.