Workday Configurator

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Workday Configurator, Talent based in United States.

• Serve as a senior functional expert for Workday Talent and Performance, providing guidance on platform capabilities, configuration approaches, and leading practices.
• Gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into scalable Workday solutions aligned with business objectives and enterprise standards.
• Design, configure, test, implement, and support Workday Talent and Performance functionality, including performance management, goals, feedback, talent reviews, succession planning, and skills.
• Configure and maintain Workday business processes, condition rules, notifications, security considerations, and related framework components.
• Lead solution design, impact assessments, configuration activities, and cross-functional analysis for HR technology initiatives.
• Partner with HR, Talent, Performance, Technology, IT, integration, and other business stakeholders to deliver effective solutions and understand downstream impacts.
• Coordinate and support unit testing, system integration testing, user acceptance testing, production validation, release management, and change control activities.
• Provide advanced Tier 3 troubleshooting and resolve complex production issues in a timely and sustainable manner.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend technology solutions that improve efficiency, usability, stability, and the overall user experience.
• Evaluate new Workday functionality, product releases, and emerging HR technology trends to identify opportunities for business improvement.
• Support governance, documentation, platform stability, and ongoing optimization across the Workday ecosystem.
• Collaborate with configuration and integration teams to support enterprise initiatives and ensure consistent solutions across HR technology areas.
• Use reporting, dashboards, data analysis, and emerging AI-enabled HR technologies to enhance decision-making and HR outcomes.
• Share expertise with colleagues and mentor less-experienced team members where appropriate.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience configuring and supporting HR technology solutions, including 3+ years of hands-on Workday configuration experience.
• Demonstrated experience configuring and supporting Workday Talent and Performance functionality, with expertise in one or more areas such as Performance Management, Goals, Feedback, Talent Reviews, Succession Planning, or Skills.
• Strong experience gathering business requirements and translating them into scalable, sustainable Workday solutions.
• Hands-on experience configuring Workday business processes, condition rules, notifications, security considerations, and related framework components.
• Experience supporting the full testing lifecycle, including unit testing, system integration testing, user acceptance testing, and production validation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, particularly when supporting complex production environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and operate effectively in a fast-paced enterprise environment.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder-management skills across HR, technology, IT, and business functions.
• Preferred Workday Pro certification in Talent, Performance, HCM, or a related area.
• Preferred 7+ years of HR technology or HRIS experience, including experience leading Workday implementations, enhancements, or transformation initiatives.
• Preferred experience supporting skills-based organizations, workforce transformation, Workday releases, integrations, and governance processes.
• Experience with Workday reporting, dashboards, data analysis, and AI-enabled HR technologies is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Talent Management, Performance Management, Succession Planning, Organizational Effectiveness, and broader HR processes is preferred.
• Experience mentoring junior team members and working within large, complex enterprise environments is a plus.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; this role does not offer employment sponsorship.
• This is a fully remote U.S. position with no regular travel requirements.

• Fully remote position available within the United States.
• Base salary range of $97,900–$133,500 per year, depending on qualifications, skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors.
• Eligibility for a bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance.
• Medical, dental, and vision co...