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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # HRIS Workday Team Lead - **Company:** Software Resources - **Location:** Irving, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Governance, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Regression Testing, Release Management, Information Technology, Workday HRIS, EIB, Workday, Servicenow - **Published:** July 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f9afd84b-26fa-4c58-b140-a75057512a71 ## About the Role * 6+ years of related experience in Workday HRIS Administration, Information Technology, or similar field. * Bachelor''s degree in related field required. * Advanced experience with Workday or HRIS concepts, architecture, infrastructure, etc. * Advanced knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices, specifically with audit and SOX compliance. * Intermediate speaking and writing communication skills. * One or more of the following Workday certifications preferred: HCM, Compensation, Payroll, Recruiting, Learning, Payroll, Benefits, or Security. * Advanced experience in HRIS strategy and roadmap planning. * Expertise in designing and building AI-powered automation preferred. * Experience leading Workday Extend solutions preferred. * Occasional travel required. ## Description Can be located in Phoenix, AZ, Irving, TX, Columbus, OH or Chicago, IL. 4 days per week on-site, Fridays remote. This is a highly hands-on Workday role. We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate deep functional and technical expertise and are comfortable discussing the nitty-gritty details of Workday. * Solve complex Workday configuration and business process challenges. * Demonstrate broad knowledge across multiple Workday functional areas. * Apply Workday best practices and provide practical solution recommendations. * Lead and deliver large-scale projects and strategic initiatives. * Mentor and develop team members. * Effectively partner with and influence business stakeholders to drive solutions and outcomes. What you''ll do: As a HRIS Workday Team Lead, you''ll be responsible for supporting the maintenance and ongoing development of the Workday Platform. This will include all aspects of HR including Compensation, Learning, Talent, Recruiting, Time, Absence, Payroll, and Benefits for our 3,000+ member team. You''ll work closely with the HRIS Workday Manager and assist in directing the daily work of several team members. In this role you will also be involved in the hands-on development and configuration of Workday application. One of your key responsibilities is to partner with HR stakeholders and across the Bank to identify gaps and enhancement opportunities in our Workday tenant. Our HRIS Workday Team Lead will mentor and providing technical guidance to the HRIS team including peer review of all Workday configurations and enhancements before moving to production. Opportunities for professional development and engaging projects are provided. While Workday administration is the principle focus of this role, you''ll have the opportunity to be learn and help support other platforms used by HR like HiredScore, Kainos and Servicenow. * Responsible for supporting the HRIS Workday Manager in maintaining optimal function of the Workday HRIS, which may include documentation, testing and development of Workday application. * Provide subject matter expertise on Workday best practices and use cases; partner with HR leadership and IT to develop strategies to optimize operations. * Take ownership of tickets assigned to HRIS team. * Collaborates with leadership and HR staff to identify system improvements and enhancements; recommends and implements solutions. * Provide advanced level technical support, troubleshooting, and guidance to HRIS team members. * Apply configuration knowledge to solutions, taking into account all significant capabilities, features and functionality. * Lead the review, testing and implementation of bi-annual Workday releases; determine impact, participate in regression testing for new system features and communication of changes/benefits to end users. * Lead implementing and maintaining integrations, EIB processing management, and the bi annual Workday release management. * Document and develop business requirements and technical designs. * Lead AI HR Automation design and strategy. * Assist with data governance process. ## 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) - [Applying Agile Principles to Incident Management ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/101-applying-agile-principles-to-incident-management) - [Destigmatizing the Workplace: Building Real Inclusion](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1492-destigmatizing-the-workplace-building-real-inclusion) - [Employee Happiness: The Underrated Growth Engine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1310-employee-happiness-the-underrated-growth-engine) - [HR & Tech: Why can't we be friends?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1493-hr-tech-why-can-t-we-be-friends) - [AI in Production: applied AI & enterprise use cases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100130-ai-in-production-applied-ai-enterprise-use-cases) ## Related Articles - [Top HR Tech Conferences in 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/303-top-hr-tech-conferences-in-2024) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [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) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts)