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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Application Administrator - Corporate Systems - **Company:** Burlington Stores, Inc. - **Location:** Edgewater Park, NJ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $125,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Applications Architecture, Application Configuration Access Protocols, Software as a Service, Middleware, File Transfer, Release Management, SAP (Applications), Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Time Tracking Software, Kronos, Enterprise Software Applications, HR Software, Information Technology, Oracle Ebusiness, Workday - **Published:** June 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/AE8B6C978C664032BDE1A23707F3B1BD/job/ ## About the Role * 10+ years of professional IT experience, including 7+ years supporting enterprise workforce and HR systems in complex, multi-site environments. * Workday Platform Administrator or equivalent certification to support experience in other Workforce platforms. * Hands-on administration and configuration experience with Workforce Management platforms such as Kronos (UKG) or Workday, including Time & Attendance, Scheduling, Absence Management, and Labor Management modules. * Responsible for day-to-day system administration, including security role configuration, pay rule maintenance, accrual updates, business structure changes, and system parameter management. * Deep knowledge of SaaS and on-prem application architecture and security * Experience supporting payroll integrations, ensuring accurate time capture, overtime calculations, holiday rules, shift differentials, and compliance with federal and state labor regulations. * Hands-on experience troubleshooting integrations and data flows, including inbound/outbound interfaces between WFM systems and ERP platforms (e.g., Oracle EBS, SAP) using middleware tools such as Informatica, APIs, or flat file transfers. * Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, resolving timecard discrepancies, integration failures, scheduling conflicts, and reporting inaccuracies. * End to end functional knowledge of procurement, invoicing, and expense management workflows ## Description The Lead Application Administrator oversees the application administration function, driving strategic initiatives, standardizing configurations, and ensuring scalability and security across platforms. A Day In The Life * Develop, standardize, document, and hold other administrators to account for best practices and operating procedures * Oversee the configuration, deployment, and maintenance of product-related systems and applications * Proactively implement systems and processes ensuring applications operate within expected SLAs for performance, availability, and security * Provide user training, documentation, and change management support to improve adoption and system usage * Foster relationships with key business partners to identify pain points, validate concerns through audits, and assess impact * Collaborate with product vendors, project managers and development teams to implement system enhancements and new features. * Identify opportunities to improve system performance and efficiency * Analyze feedback from users and stakeholders to drive system improvements * Design and implement automation for routine administrative tasks and workflows * Manage the integration of product systems with other enterprise applications, ensuring seamless data flow via API's and automation tools * Partner with QA, Integration, Release Management, and other IT functions to advance maturity of associated processes * Lead system upgrades, migrations, enhancements, and new feature deployments while ensuring minimal downtime * Advise business and technology stakeholders on application configuration optionality relative to expected project outcomes * Communicate technical issues in business terms and provide status updates with contingency options ## Related Videos - [What if your HR software adapted to you, not the other way around?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100259-what-if-your-hr-software-adapted-to-you-not-the-other-way-around) - [Destigmatizing the Workplace: Building Real Inclusion](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1492-destigmatizing-the-workplace-building-real-inclusion) - [Developer’s Perspective: Overview of the Tezos Blockchain Ecosystem](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/237-developer-s-perspective-overview-of-the-tezos-blockchain-ecosystem) - [Building Employee Experience Through Everyday Interactions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1763-building-employee-experience-through-everyday-interactions) - [The Future of Employee Wellbeing: Benefits, Trust & Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1808-the-future-of-employee-wellbeing-benefits-trust-performance) - [Exploring BOS: The Blockchain Operating System by NEAR Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/781-exploring-bos-the-blockchain-operating-system-by-near-protocol) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Does The Tech Industry Have The Best Work-life Balance?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/427-does-the-tech-industry-have-the-best-work-life-balance) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)