Application Engineer - Workday Payroll

After School Matters, Inc.
United States
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

HTML Java (Programming Language) JavaScript (Programming Language) Agile Methodology Microsoft Azure Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) Continuous Delivery Data Governance Data Integration Data Integrity DevOps Python (Programming Language)
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Node.Js Scrum Methodology Systems Development Life Cycle Workday Integrations SAP (Applications) Software Engineering SQL Databases Systems Integration Time Tracking Software Web Services Scripting SOAPAPI Advanced Reports HR Software AngularJS Workday Payroll Performance Monitor Workday Studio Low-code Web Technologies EIB Workday Servicenow Programming Languages

Job description

The Application Engineer - Workday Payroll is responsible for delivering functional and technical expertise across Workday Payroll and related HCM modules. This role supports system configuration, integrations, and continuous improvement while ensuring reliable payroll operations and data integrity across enterprise platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Workday Payroll and related modules (e.g., Benefits, Compensation, Time Tracking, Absence, Integrations)

  • Configure, customize, and maintain Workday applications and integrations

  • Support the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) including design, testing, deployment, and post-production support

  • Integrate Workday with enterprise systems such as SAP and ServiceNow

  • Translate business requirements into scalable, fit-for-purpose technical solutions

  • Provide production support, including incident resolution, root cause analysis, and performance monitoring

  • Monitor interfaces, data loads, and system performance, ensuring data accuracy and reliability

  • Participate in Agile/DevOps teams, contributing to continuous delivery and change management practices

  • Identify opportunities for process optimization and system enhancements

  • Develop and maintain technical and operational documentation

  • Ensure compliance with enterprise security, data governance, and IP standards

Requirements

  • Strong expertise in Workday Payroll and HCM modules (e.g., Compensation, Benefits, Time Tracking, Absence, Integrations, Security)

  • Hands-on experience with Workday tools and technologies, including:

  • Advanced Reports

  • EIB (Enterprise Interface Builder)

  • Core Connectors

  • PICOF / PECI

  • Workday Studio

  • Workday Web Services

  • Experience with enterprise integrations (REST/SOAP APIs, SAP, ServiceNow HRSD)

  • Solid understanding of software engineering principles and SDLC

  • Proficiency in scripting, automation, or low-code platforms

  • Strong knowledge of data integration, transformation, and validation processes

  • Experience working within Agile frameworks (SAFe, Scrum, Kanban)

Core Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capability

  • Effective stakeholder communication (technical and non-technical audiences)

  • High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong customer focus and service orientation

  • Adaptability and resilience under changing priorities

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

  • Experience with programming languages/tools such as Python, Java, SQL, Node.js, Angular, or Azure

  • Exposure to enterprise HR systems and integrations ecosystem

  • Familiarity with web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)

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