Workday Integrations Consultant

Collaborative Solutions; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Workday Integrations Consultant to bridge the gap between business and technical teams. This role involves guiding clients through the complexities of Workday implementations, ensuring smooth transitions from legacy systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical aptitude, with experience in web service technologies and Workday integrations. You'll have the opportunity to lead projects, mentor fellow consultants, and engage in a collaborative environment that values innovation and integrity. If you're passionate about technology and client success, this role offers a chance to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Entrepreneurial environment

Learning opportunities for career advancement

Outreach programs supporting communities

Global operations with opportunities in multiple regions

Numerous affinity groups

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with web service technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred.
• Workday certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Track issues and risks, and communicate status throughout the project.
• Guide clients through design sessions and configuration decisions.
• Act as a mentor to fellow consultants and analysts.

Skills

Web service technologies (REST, JSON, SOAP, HTTP, SSL, PGP, SAML)

Project management

Workday Integration

Facilitation and presentation skills

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Workday Studio™

Workday CCTPPTM

Job description

The Workday Integrations Consultant will bridge the gap between the business and technical teams by solving complex Workday intersystem problems. They will guide clients through the transformation, implementation, and operation phases of a Workday implementation. They must have a technical aptitude and be capable of configuring the project to meet the business and design qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Track issues and risks, communicate status, and escalate concerns applicable for all clients in their portfolio.
2. Guide the client through facilitated design sessions and configuration decisions based on best practices and an understanding of the client’s unique business requirements at all stages of the project.
3. Regularly engage and support the client through all phases of the project, ensuring a smooth transfer from legacy systems to the Workday HCM solution.
4. Perform multiple tasks under limited direction, while regularly keeping the client, the project team, and the Engagement Manager updated on changes or progress related to the project.
5. Willingness to take a leadership position on a project, or as a Cognizant Workday product Partner Lead and/or Delivery Assurance Reviewer.
6. Display hands-on expertise of the software, including loading client data, moving configuration from tenant to tenant, and configuring business processes and security.
7. Utilize technical aptitude to convert and map data sources into data conversion templates via iLoads.
8. Act as a mentor to fellow consultants and analysts, including providing support for shadow assignments.
9. Participate in update training and internal opportunities to share skills and learnings within the organization.

Skills and Requirements:

1. 2+ years of demonstrated experience with web service technologies (REST, JSON, SOAP, HTTP, SSL, PGP, SAML, etc.)
2. Project experience is highly desired.
3. Workday Integration, Workday Studio™, and Workday CCTPPTM certification preferred.
4. Confident facilitation and presentation skills.
5. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Management Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or other engineering discipline preferred.
6. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

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Why choose Cognizant:

• Entrepreneurial environment that welcomes your ideas.
• Opportunity to do great work.
• Outreach programs supporting communities and volunteer efforts.
• Learning opportunities for current needs and career advancement.
• Global operations with opportunities in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.
• Numerous affinity groups to meet your needs.

Cognizant Core Values:

• Work as One: We think beyond roles, relying on each other's strengths to win as a team.
• Raise the Bar: We aim for excellence in our work and deliverables.
• Dare to Innovate: We push boundaries and take chances to reimagine what’s possible.
• Do the Right Thing: We lead with integrity and make ethical choices.
• Own It: We take responsibility for our outcomes and contributions.