Workday Technical Lead

Summary

Join VirtualResource (VR), a boutique consultancy specializing in HR systems and Workday optimization, as an experienced Workday Technical Lead. You will drive technical excellence across multiple countries, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver seamless payroll transformations. This role involves overseeing technical activities, ensuring program objectives are met efficiently. You will act as the key interface between HR/Payroll, vendors, and the tech team. The position is remote, requiring strong communication and time management skills. VR offers a flexible work environment and values staff development.

Requirements

• 5 years+ experience leading technical aspects of large-scale payroll transformation programs, including system integrations, data migrations, and end-to-end testing
• Strong proficiency in AS IS landscape creation, system design, and process optimization
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Experience working closely with external vendors, managing relationships, and aligning technical requirements with organizational goals
• Familiarity with project management methodologies; certification (e.g., PMP, Agile) is a strong asset
• Proven ability to manage change requests and document knowledge effectively
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adapting to evolving priorities with resilience and innovation
• Fluent English communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective collaboration across regions and functions

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive AS IS landscape analyses in partnership with Local IT and HR counterparts to identify opportunities for optimization
• Design and manage seamless integrations between current and future payroll systems, ensuring compatibility and performance
• Oversee data migration activities, including migration planning, data mapping, format specifications, and system decommissioning
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and security of payroll data throughout the transformation process
• Collaborate with test managers to define and execute robust testing strategies, ensuring the reliability and functionality of all payroll system components
• Address and resolve issues identified during testing, maintaining a focus on delivering high-quality solutions
• Champion adherence to company policies, ITMS (Tech documentation framework standards), and payroll transformation guidelines
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and ensure compliance with organizational and industry standards
• Lead and coordinate technical activities across assigned countries, serving as the primary tech point of contact between HR/Payroll, vendors, and the Tech team. Drive collaboration between global and local IT teams, ensuring alignment with program objectives
• Build strong relationships with current and future vendors to define and refine technical requirements
• Identify and proactively escalate technical deviations, proposing innovative solutions to keep the project on track. Manage technology-related change requests, ensuring seamless implementation and knowledge transfer

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• Workday Integration Certification is a plus
• Fluent in German communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective collaboration across regions and functions will be a plus

Benefits

• Flexibility to manage your own day, as long as you meet your set objectives and client demands
• Remote work