Workday HRIS Principal Architect

HRIS Architect

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The Workday HRIS Principal Architect serves as a strategic and technical leader responsible for designing, configuring, and optimizing Workday HCM solutions across global regions, with a focus on Absence and Time Management, Business Process Optimization, and AI-enabled HR capabilities. This role ensures scalable, compliant, and user-centric solutions that align with organizational goals and regional requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Solution Design & Configuration
• Lead configuration of Workday modules: Core HCM, Absence, Time Tracking, LOA, Advanced Compensation, Learning, Recruiting, and related integrations.
• Design and optimize business processes using Workday’s Business Process Framework, ensuring global scalability and local compliance.
• Implement calculated fields, condition rules, eligibility rules, and security frameworks.
• Program & Project Management
• Drive end-to-end delivery of Workday enhancements and new functionality, including planning, testing, and deployment.
• Manage cross-functional projects involving HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT teams.
• Establish governance standards and maintain process documentation.
• AI Enablement & Innovation
• Integrate Workday Skills Cloud and AI-driven features (e.g., Workday Assistant, predictive analytics) to enhance employee experience and HR efficiency.
• Champion responsible AI practices in HRIS processes, ensuring compliance with global privacy and employment regulations.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Partner with HR leadership and regional HR teams in China and India to translate strategic goals into system capabilities.
• Serve as a trusted advisor for HR technology decisions and process improvements.
• Integration Expertise
• Hands-on experience with Workday integrations and APIs, including Studio, EIB, Core Connectors, PECI/PICOF.
• Reporting & Analytics
• Ability to design advanced Workday reports and dashboards leveraging calculated fields and analytics for actionable insights.
• Security & Compliance
• Expertise in Workday security configuration, role-based access, and compliance controls.
• Global Deployment & Localization
• Experience with global deployments and localization for China and India, including statutory absence and time-off rules.
• Integration with Payroll & Benefits
• Knowledge of Workday Payroll and Benefits modules and their integration with Absence and Time Tracking.
• AI Governance
• Champion AI-enabled HR processes and automation strategies aligned with organizational AI governance standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Experience:

• 10+ years of hands-on Workday HCM configuration experience, including Absence and Time Management.
• Proven track record in business process design, global deployments, and integrations.

Technical Expertise:

• Deep knowledge of Workday modules: Core HCM, Absence, Time Tracking, Compensation.
• Strong understanding of Workday security, reporting, and calculated fields.

Leadership & Program Management:

• Ability to lead complex HRIS programs and manage multiple stakeholders across regions.

AI & Digital HR:

• Familiarity with AI-driven HR tools and strategies for automation and optimization.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR Management, Information Systems, or related field.

Certifications:

• Workday HCM and/or Integration certification preferred.

Preferred Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Knowledge of compliance requirements in Globally for HR processes.
• Ability to mentor HRIS analysts and lead cross-functional teams across HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT.

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Experience Level

Senior Level