About this role
We are seeking a highly experienced Workday & People Systems Lead to join our People team as a senior individual contributor. This role serves as the primary owner and subject matter expert for Workday and related people systems, responsible for hands-on configuration, maintenance, enhancements, and releases.
This is a deeply technical and operational role with high ownership and autonomy. It requires strong cross-functional leadership, influencing stakeholders, and driving scalable system solutions across the organization.
What you will do:Serve as the primary point of contact for all Workday-related configuration, maintenance, and support
Lead system design, configuration, and optimization across Workday modules (e.g., Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, etc.)
Manage Workday releases, including impact analysis, testing, and deployment of new features and functionality
Partner closely with People, Finance, IT, and other stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable system solutions
Ensure data integrity, security, compliance, and audit readiness across all people systems
Oversee integrations between Workday and other internal/external systems
Develop and maintain documentation, processes, and governance standards for system usage and changes
Drive reporting and analytics capabilities within Workday to support business insights and decision-making
Manage vendors, consultants, and external partners as needed
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior HRIS or People Systems team members without formal people management responsibility
Evaluate and leverage emerging capabilities (including AI and automation) within Workday and the broader people systems ecosystem to improve efficiency, data insights, and user experience
What you bring along:8+ years of experience in HRIS / People Systems roles, with deep expertise in Workday
Proven experience leading or heavily contributing to at least one full-cycle Workday implementation
Strong hands-on experience with Workday configuration across multiple modules
Experience managing Workday releases and system upgrades
Deep understanding of HR processes and data structures
Experience with system integrations, APIs, and data architecture
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Experience working in cross-functional, fast-paced environments
Preferred QualificationsWorkday certifications (e.g., HCM, Recruiting, Integrations, etc.)
Experience scaling Workday in high-growth or enterprise environments
Familiarity with reporting tools and people analytics
Experience with additional HR systems (e.g., Ashby, CultureAmp, etc.)
Interest in applying AI and automation to HR systems, reporting, and operational workflows
Scope & ImpactActs as the end-to-end owner of the company’s people systems ecosystem from a technical and operational standpoint
Influences cross-functional stakeholders and drives system-related decision-making without direct authority
Operates with a high degree of autonomy in prioritizing and executing on system improvements
Ensures systems enable efficient, compliant, and scalable people operations