Workday Integrations & Development Manager
Location: US (Remote/Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Workday Integrations & Development Manager to lead the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade Workday integrations and custom solutions.
This role combines hands-on technical expertise with team leadership, ensuring the Workday platform operates efficiently, securely, and at scale. You will play a critical role in driving integration strategy, improving system performance, and enabling seamless data flow across business systems.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Workday Developers and Integration Specialists
- Provide guidance on architecture, coding standards, and best practices
- Conduct performance reviews, one-to-ones, and career development planning
- Manage team workload, prioritisation, and delivery timelines
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Workday Integrations & Development
- Design, build, test, and deploy Workday integrations using:
- Workday Studio
- EIB (Enterprise Interface Builder)
- Core Connectors
- Document Transformations (XSLT)
- Develop integrations between Workday and third-party systems (payroll, finance, vendors, internal platforms)
- Build and deploy Workday Extend applications
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to integrations, configurations, and data flow
- Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with governance standards
Technical Strategy & Collaboration
- Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Identify opportunities for automation and process optimisation
- Support Workday implementations, including integrations for acquired businesses
- Participate in system testing, data validation, and migration activities
- Maintain detailed documentation for integrations, configurations, and processes
- Stay current with Workday releases, features, and best practices
Required Skills & Experience
- 5+ years of IT experience with 3+ years in Workday Integrations / Development
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- Workday Studio
- EIB & Core Connectors
- SOAP / REST Web Services
- XML, XSLT, JSON transformations
- Solid understanding of:
- Workday architecture and data model
- Security framework (roles, groups, access controls)
- Business process frameworks within Workday
- Experience integrating Workday with external systems and platforms
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to design scalable solutions
What We’re Looking For
- A technically strong Workday Integrations & Development Manager who can lead from the front
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality documentation
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation