Principal HRIM Architect

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Principal HRIM Architect - Reporting and Analytics based in India.

• Analyze, design, develop, test, and deploy custom Workday reports, dashboards, surveys, and analytics using Report Writer, Calculated Fields, BIRT, and related functionality.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and scalable reporting solutions that support organizational and regulatory needs.
• Develop and execute reporting and analytics strategies aligned with business objectives, while continuously improving the reporting catalogue and overall HR analytics capability.
• Identify opportunities for automation, globalization, and process optimization, partnering with HR leaders to implement improvements.
• Manage Workday upgrades, system changes, configuration updates, and related testing activities to ensure smooth adoption and reliable operations.
• Support and optimize the Workday security framework, including security roles and role assignments, while maintaining appropriate access to sensitive employee data.
• Establish and maintain reporting governance standards, including naming conventions, tagging, documentation, and standardized operating procedures.
• Support audits, compliance activities, data investigations, escalated reporting inquiries, and troubleshooting of system and data issues.
• Collaborate with integration and cross-functional teams to resolve data and integration issues and address dependencies across Workday modules.
• Contribute to Workday implementation, optimization, and acquisition-related initiatives, including the technical integration of newly acquired organizations.
• Build and maintain comprehensive test scenarios for new processes, features, upgrades, and reporting solutions.
• Train users and stakeholders on Workday reporting capabilities, available reports, and reporting best practices.
• Create and maintain SOPs and One Point Lessons (OPLs) to provide clear, reusable guidance for recurring processes and tasks.
• Advise stakeholders on Workday reporting best practices and support the development of new processes requiring coordination across multiple HR technology modules.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Human Resources, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience with Workday reporting tools and modules, including advanced reporting and analytics, dashboards, calculated fields, and configuration.
• 5+ years of professional experience working with data, reporting, and analytics.
• Strong understanding of Workday HCM, Report Writer, EIBs, and the broader Workday platform structure and functionality.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute comprehensive reporting strategies aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Experience analyzing complex datasets, identifying trends and patterns, and translating insights into practical recommendations for stakeholders.
• Proven experience managing reporting projects from requirements gathering through planning, execution, testing, deployment, and documentation.
• Strong knowledge of data governance principles and best practices, with a focus on data accuracy, confidentiality, and appropriate handling of employee information.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Workday BIRT and Composite Reporting experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HR processes and best practices.
• Fluent English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse, global, and fast-paced teams while managing multiple priorities.

• Fully remote position based in India.
• Full-time employment.
• Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale HR technology and Workday reporting initiatives.
• Exposure to global HR operations, analytics, governance, integrations, and technology transformation.
• Opportunity to influence reporting strategy and build long-term analytics capabilities within the HR function.
• Collaborative environment with cross-functional and international teams.
• Opportunities to contribute to Workday optimization, implementation, upgrades, and acquisition-related projects.
• Professional growth through exposure to advanced Workday reporting, analytics, and HR technology practices.