At Cadence we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
The Workday HRIS Prinicipal 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 Workdays 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:
- Bachelors 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.
Were doing work that matters. Help us solve what others cant.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
At Cadence we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.The Workday HRIS Prinicipal Architect serves as a strategic and technical leader responsible for designing configuring and optimizing Workday HCM solutions across global regions with a focus o...
At Cadence we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
The Workday HRIS Prinicipal 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 Workdays 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:
- Bachelors 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.
Were doing work that matters. Help us solve what others cant.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
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