Workday Solution Architect

Role Summary Enterprise-level Workday Solution Architect responsible for defining architecture, leading large-scale transformations, and driving strategic Workday solutions across modules. Roles and Responsibilities Leads the design and execution of enterprise-wide Workday solutions. Acts as a trusted advisor to business and IT leadership, defining architecture strategy, ensuring scalable and compliant solutions, and driving digital transformation initiatives leveraging the full Workday platform. Key Responsibilities · Define end-to-end Workday solution architecture across multiple modules · Design scalable, secure, and high-performing Workday solutions aligned with enterprise architecture standards · Lead large-scale Workday implementations and transformation programs · Act as trusted advisor to senior business stakeholders and leadership teams · Drive solution design, architecture governance, and design authority reviews · Define integration architecture (APIs, middleware, PECI, Core Connectors, Studio, EBI) · Oversee data architecture, Prism Analytics strategy, and reporting frameworks · Establish best practices, standards, and governance models · Identify opportunities for AI, automation, and innovation within Workday ecosystem · Review and approve solution designs, configurations, and technical deliverables · Mentor senior consultants and leads (L3) across functions · Ensure compliance, security, and audit readiness across solutions Required Qualifications · 10+ years of experience in Workday / enterprise HCM / ERP solutions · Deep expertise across multiple Workday modules (HCM, Integrations, Payroll, Talent, Analytics) · Strong experience in enterprise architecture and large-scale implementations · Proven ability to lead complex transformation programs · Strong understanding of integration architecture, APIs, and data frameworks · Experience in client advisory and executive-level engagement · Bachelor's/Master's degree (Engineering / IT / Business or equivalent) Preferred Qualifications · Workday certifications · Exposure to cloud and digital transformation strategy · Strong understanding of AI, automation, and analytics within enterprise systems · Experience across multi-country/global Workday deployments Key Performance Indicators · Enterprise solution quality and scalability · Success of large-scale implementations (on-time, within scope) · Stakeholder satisfaction (executive-level feedback) · Architecture governance adherence and compliance · Innovation and transformation impact (automation, AI adoption) · Reduction in rework and technical debt · Team capability building and mentorship outcomes Competencies · Enterprise Architecture & Strategy · Cross-Module Workday Expertise · Integration & Data Architecture · Strategic Thinking & Innovation · Stakeholder Advisory (Executive Level) · Governance & Risk Management · Leadership & Capability Building