Workday Technical Integration Lead

Cloud Talent; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cloud Talent in Dallas, TX seeks a senior Workday Integration Lead to design and manage cross‑system integrations, including RESTful APIs, microservices, and UIs. You will bridge technical and business teams, enforce security and governance, and drive scalable solutions across ERP and HR platforms.

You will mentor developers, define API strategy, and collaborate with IT, payroll, and operations to translate business needs into actionable specs, using BizTalk, Mule ESB, SOA, API Gateways, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or IT.
• Certifications in security/integration (e.g., CISSP, ITIL, PMP, TOGAF, CISM) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and API security.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of integration projects, including RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Develop integration architecture and oversee design handoffs from architects to developers.
• Implement integrations using BizTalk, Mule ESB, SOA, API Gateway, and related tech.
• Ensure integrations meet functional, technical, and security requirements.
• Collaborate with IT, product, payroll, and operations to translate needs into specs.
• Prepare design, architectural, and operational documentation and SOPs.
• Mentor developers and promote best practices within the team.
• Identify and manage project risks and changes; maintain baselines.
• Build enterprise visuals to illustrate integration landscape.

Skills

SQL

Microservices architecture

API strategy

Integration technologies

Workday API endpoints

Node.js

Python

JavaScript

Java

Claude

SDLC

Agile methodologies

Program management

Soft skills

Visio

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/IT or related fields

Tools

Microsoft BizTalk

Mule ESB

SOA

API Gateway

BPEL

Service Bus

Job description

Workday Integration Lead

Job Description Overview

Client is seeking an Integration Lead. This is a senior technical role responsible for designing, leading, and managing the integration of systems, applications, and data across an organization. They act as a bridge between technical teams, business stakeholders, and external partners, ensuring seamless connectivity and interoperability.

• System Integration Leadership: Lead the design and development of integration projects, including RESTful APIs, microservices, and UIs, and coordinate with technical and industry team leads on large-scale implementations
• Architecture & Design: Develop integration architecture and specifications throughout the service development lifecycle; oversee top-down design methodology and facilitate handoffs from architects to developers
• Technical Execution: Implement integration using platforms like Microsoft BizTalk, Mule ESB, SOA, Service Bus, BPEL, API Gateway, and related technologies
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure integrations meet functional, technical, and security requirements; manage quality, data governance, and compliance standards
• Collaboration: Work closely with IT, product, payroll, and operations teams to translate business requirements into integration specifications; coordinate with vendors and support teams
• Documentation & Training: Prepare design, architectural, and operational documentation,SOPs, and training materials
• Mentorship & Team Development: Mentor developers, promote best practices, and foster a strong integration-focused team cultureRisk & Change Management: Identify and manage project risks, control changes, and maintain baselines
• Build enterprise visuals

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Engineering, Information Technology, or related fields
• Certifications: CISSP, ITIL, PMP, TOGAF, CISM, SAP, or related integration/security certifications
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SQL, microservices architecture, API strategy, and integration technologies.
• Proficiency in Workday API Endpoints or HCM specific API’s and/or ERP API’s including Recruiting, Talent and Payroll API’s
• Strong programming skills in languages like Node.js, Python, JavaScript, Java, or Claude
• Methodologies: Familiarity with SDLC, Agile, and program management best practices
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration abilities
• Desire to learn Visio or similar product to illustrate enterprise approach.