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Workday HR - PATT Configuration Manager

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Job Overview:

We’re seeking a Workday Configuration Developer Manager to assist with design and end‑to‑end solutioning across our Workday PATT portfolio

Summary of Responsibilities:

  • Configure and maintain Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking modules to meet complex business requirements.

  • Lead end-to-end solution delivery, including design, configuration, testing, and deployment.

  • Partner with Payroll & Absence teams to understand business needs and translate them into scalable Workday solutions.

  • Perform impact analysis for new features and enhancements during Workday releases (R1 & R2).

  • Develop and execute test plans, troubleshoot issues, and ensure quality assurance for all configurations.

  • Provide expert-level guidance on Workday best practices and system optimization.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT and HR, to ensure seamless integration and data integrity.

  • Maintain documentation of configurations and processes for audit and compliance purposes.

  • Stay updated with Workday releases and new features; evaluate and implement new functionalities as needed.

  • Participate in bi-weekly sprints.

  • Workday Pro Certification in Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking, or other relevant modules preferred.

  • 5+ years of hands-on Workday configuration experience, with proven expertise in Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking.

  • Strong understanding of Workday business processes and security frameworks.

  • Experience in building, testing, and deploying Workday solutions in a global environment.

  • Ability to work independently as an individual contributor while influencing stakeholders.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

  • Strong communication skills to collaborate with global teams across time zones.

  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.

  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work and meeting deadlines.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically across HR processes.

Qualifications (Minimum Required):

  • 5+ years of experience in an analyst, BRM or development role

  • Workday certification in Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking.

  • Experience supporting Workday in a multi-country, multi-currency environment.

  • Familiarity with SOX compliance and audit requirements.

  • Advanced computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and Power Point).

  • Excellent communication skills: ability to simplify complexity and align diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications Include:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related field.

  • Master’s degree in Information Systems Management, Enterprise Architecture, or MBA with Technology Focus (preferred).

  • Direct experience with Workday Studio, EIB, Report Writer, Business Processes

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

  • Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.

  • Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.

  • Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.

  • Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.

  • Regular and consistent attendance.

  • Varied hours may be required.

  • Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.

  • Occasional drives to site locations with occasional travel both domestic and international.

Work Environment: Home based

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