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Job Summary

Next Generation, Inc., an Equal Opportunity Employer , is seeking a highly experienced Workday Solutions Architect to join our internal team full-time. This role requires deep functional and technical expertise in Workday HCM and related modules, with a strong ability to design scalable solutions , understand the final product , and provide accurate effort estimates for complex projects. You will serve as the strategic technical lead, ensuring that Workday solutions align with business objectives and deliver exceptional performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Solution Architecture: Define and design Workday HCM architecture for new implementations, enhancements, and integrations.
• Estimation Expertise: Provide detailed, accurate estimates for development, configuration, and integration work; advise on resource planning and timelines.
• Technical Leadership: Oversee technical design sessions, validate configurations, and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Integration Strategy: Collaborate with integration teams to design secure, scalable interfaces between Workday and external systems (payroll, benefits, finance).
• Configuration Oversight: Guide functional teams on Workday configuration for Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, and other modules.
• Performance & Scalability: Ensure solutions meet performance benchmarks and compliance requirements.
• Documentation: Produce architecture diagrams, technical specifications, and solution blueprints.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with HR, Finance, and IT leadership to align solutions with business goals.
• Governance & Standards: Enforce Workday security, data privacy, and compliance standards.
• Mentorship: Coach junior Workday developers and analysts.

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Job Requirements

Must-Have:

• 8+ years of Workday experience, including solution architecture and technical leadership roles.
• Proven ability to estimate effort and complexity for Workday projects accurately.
• Expertise in Workday HCM , including Core HR, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, and Security.
• Strong understanding of Workday integration tools (EIB, Core Connectors, Studio) and APIs.
• Experience with Workday reporting (Advanced, Composite, Matrix) and calculated fields.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice-to-Have:

• Workday certifications in HCM and Integration.
• Experience with Workday Extend and custom applications.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Knowledge of global HR compliance and data privacy regulations.

Job Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical insurance
• Dental plan
• Vision plan
• Life insurance
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Paid holidays
• Competitive FTE salary range of $120,000–$145,000 USD based on experience, education, and location