Workday Solution Architect

Shrive Technologies; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Shrive Technologies is seeking a senior Workday architect to lead end-to-end HR technology initiatives in Wisconsin. You will design scalable Workday solutions, mentor junior resources, and partner with HR, IT, and external partners to align business objectives with capabilities.

The role requires deep Workday expertise, strong communication, and a track record in large enterprise environments, preferably manufacturing or automotive.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of HR technology experience including 8+ years in Workday solution architecture.
• Proven ability to design and implement complex Workday solutions across modules.
• Deep understanding of Workday architecture: Business Process Framework, Security, Reporting, and Integrations.
• Strong analytical and communication skills for translating business problems into Workday solutions.
• Experience in large, complex enterprise environments, preferably manufacturing/automotive.
• Workday certifications in related modules are highly desirable.
• Experience with Workday migrations, upgrades, and post-implementation optimization.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end Workday project implementations.
• Collaborate with HR, IT, and external partners to align objectives with Workday capabilities.
• Develop scalable frameworks and solutions across cross-functional Workday projects.
• Lead solutioning sessions to reach cohesive designs.
• Present solutions with clear pros/cons.
• Guide and mentor junior Workday resources.
• Stay current with Workday releases and industry trends.
• Identify process improvements to drive efficiency and user experience.

Skills

Workday architecture

HR technology

Requirements analysis

Stakeholder communication

Solution design

Tools

Workday Studio

EIB

Core Connectors

Workday Integrations

Job description

Oversee the end-to-end project implementation lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to testing, deployment, and post-go-live support.

Collaborate closely with HR stakeholders, IT teams, and external partners to ensure alignment between business objectives and Workday capabilities.

Develop frameworks and solutions for various cross functional Workday projects across the broader team. Ensuring these solutions meet requirements and are scalable and efficient.

Drive solutioning sessions with multiple functional area teams to arrive at a comprehensive, cohesive design.

Present solutions and communicate pros and cons of options clearly and effectively.

Provide expert guidance and thought leadership on Workday best practices, configuration, security, integrations, and reporting capabilities.

Conduct reviews of Workday configurations to ensure adherence to standards and performance optimization.

Stay current with Workday releases, new features, and industry trends to continuously evolve our Workday strategy.

Identify opportunities for process improvement and leverage Workday functionality to drive efficiency and enhance user experience.

Mentor and guide junior Workday functional resources.

Job Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in HR technology, with at least 8 years dedicated to Workday solution architecture roles.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing complex Workday solutions across multiple modules.
• Deep understanding of Workday's architectural framework, including Business Process Framework, Security, Reporting (BIRT, Custom Reports), and Integrations (EIB, Core Connectors, Workday Studio).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex business problems into practical Workday solutions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working in large, complex enterprise environments, preferably within the manufacturing or automotive industry.
• Workday certifications in related modules are highly desirable.
• Experience with Workday migrations, upgrades, and post-implementation optimization.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.