Senior Workday HCM Engineer bei MX

Job Summary

As a Senior Workday HCM Engineer (Level 4), you will serve as a strategic partner, independently managing and optimizing complex Workday systems to align with our long-term business goals. You will leverage your advanced expertise in Workday modules to lead high-impact projects, drive continuous improvement, and ensure the integrity and security of our HR data. This role requires a blend of technical mastery, strategic foresight, and leadership, as you will not only execute but also influence the future direction of our HR technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & System Ownership: Lead the design and implementation of advanced configurations across multiple Workday modules, including Core HCM, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, Time Tracking, Absence, Recruiting, Performance Management, Payroll, and Onboarding. Serve as a key consultant and system expert, providing strategic solutions to internal stakeholders and partnering with functional leads to identify improvement opportunities, prioritize projects, and implement necessary changes. You will own the Workday roadmap, aligning enhancements with our long-term HR strategy.

• Integration and Data Management: Lead the design, development, and maintenance of integrations using Workday tools such as Enterprise Interface Builders (EIBs), Core Connectors, and Report as a Service (RaaS). You'll be responsible for ensuring seamless data flow between Workday and third-party systems, and for troubleshooting any complex integration issues that arise.

• Technical Consultation: Act as the primary technical expert for future Workday integrations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and provide solutions for complex business challenges. You'll be expected to understand the full lifecycle of our tenant and setting the technical requirements for ongoing maintenance and support.

• Process Optimization & Innovation: Proactively analyze Workday reports, processes, applications, integrations, and user interfaces to drive continuous improvement and optimize business processes to meet evolving business needs. You'll not only identify areas for improvement but will also manage and execute change management for various Workday domains, collaborating with other Workday engineers on larger projects.

• Data Integrity & Security Governance: Take full ownership of data integrity across Workday and other related systems. You'll lead security audits for permissioning within Workday and serve as a Named Support Contact with Workday, escalating issues as needed to ensure system stability and compliance.

• User Experience & Training: Drive user experience satisfaction by designing and implementing intuitive system solutions. Partner with our People Development team to design and deliver outstanding Workday training modules, creating enthusiastic Workday advocates across the organization. You'll ensure successful testing and deployment of all Workday new releases in production environments, making sure users are ready for changes.

Workday Domains:

• Core HCM

• Core Compensation

• Advanced Compensation

• Benefits

• Recruiting

• Performance and Development

• Onboarding

• Learning

• Payroll

• Absence

• Time Tracking

Basic Job Requirements

• At least five years of experience in Workday HCM configuration, implementation, and optimization.

• Proficiency in Workday's integration tools, including Enterprise Interface Builders (EIBs), Core Connectors, and Report as a Service (RaaS).

• Demonstrated ability to develop, test, and deploy Workday integrations to support business processes.

• Demonstrated mastery of multiple Workday modules and the ability to learn additional modules as needs arise.  Experience with Core HCM, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, and Recruiting preferred.

• Proven ability to act as a system expert and consultant, applying strong analytical and problem-solving skills to complex business challenges.

• Strong ability to identify strategic business needs, translate them into technical solutions, and drive projects from conception to completion.

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and projects.

• Strong communication skills and confidence to influence stakeholders, build consensus, and present data-driven recommendations to leadership.

• A deep understanding of the broader HR technology ecosystem, including integrations and the dynamics of HR, Benefits, and Recruiting.

Advanced Job Requirement (preferred but not required)

• Relevant Workday Pro/Partner certifications are highly preferred

• Experience with Workday Studio or Workday Financials is a significant plus.

• Prior experience in a Workday consulting role is a plus.

• Scrum Master or Product Owner certification or experience working in a Scrum team.

• Formal implementation experience with a workday module is preferred

At MX, we are a high-performance organization that thrives on trust and results. This role is based in Lehi, Utah, with flexibility for both in-office and remote work. We believe in empowering our team members to deliver exceptional outcomes while taking advantage of our incredible office space when it best supports their work. Our Utah office features onsite perks such as company-paid meals, massage therapists, a sports simulator, gym, mother’s lounge, and meditation room and meaningful interactions with amazing people. We encourage team members to come together in the office to collaborate, kick off key projects, or strategize cross-functionally, fostering connection and innovation.

MX is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we never discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, military or veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We particularly welcome applications from veterans and military spouses. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. You may request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [email protected].