About this role
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. 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. We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.