Workday Lead Consultant - Integrations

Job ID: 901474 7 - 12 Years 1 Opening Hyderabad, Kolkata Role description We are seeking an experienced Workday Integration Lead Consultant with 5+ years of hands-on experience in Workday integrations, including Workday Studio and other integration frameworks. The candidate will be responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade integrations across Workday HCM and/or Financials. This role requires strong technical expertise, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to lead integration workstreams across full lifecycle implementations. Key Responsibilities 1. Integration Design & Delivery Lead the design, development, and deployment of Workday integrations across modules such as HCM, Payroll, Finance, and Benefits Architect and implement scalable integration solutions using: Workday Studio Core Connectors EIB (Enterprise Interface Builder) Define integration patterns, data transformations, error handling, and monitoring strategies 2. End-to-End Implementation Ownership Manage integration workstream across all phases: Requirement gathering Design Build Testing Deployment Translate business requirements into technical solutions aligned with best practices 3. Technical Leadership Provide technical leadership and mentorship to integration developers Review design artefacts, code, and testing strategies Drive adherence to integration standards and reusable frameworks 4. Integration Development & Support Build and maintain integrations using Studio, EIB, and Web Services (REST/SOAP) Develop and manage inbound/outbound integrations with third-party systems Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues ensuring system reliability 5. Stakeholder & Client Management Collaborate with business stakeholders, functional consultants, and external vendors Conduct design workshops and solution discussions Provide clear communication on delivery status, risks, and dependencies 6. Testing, Documentation & Governance Define test strategy (unit, SIT, UAT) and ensure data accuracy and completeness Maintain comprehensive documentation including integration design, mappings, and support guides Ensure compliance with security and data privacy standards 7. Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to optimize existing integrations Implement automation and performance improvements Contribute to innovation in integration frameworks and delivery approach Required Qualifications 5+ years of Workday Integration experience Hands-on expertise in: Workday Studio EIB (inbound/outbound) Core Connectors / Cloud Connect Web Services (SOAP / REST) XML, XSLT data transformations Experience in at least 23 full lifecycle Workday implementations Strong understanding of Workday HCM and/or financial modules Proven experience in integration design and end-to-end delivery Mandatory Certifications Workday Studio / Workday Integrations Key Skills & Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to design scalable and reusable integration patterns Excellent stakeholder communication and consulting skills Leadership and mentorship capabilities Detail-oriented with strong focus on data accuracy and quality Nice to Have Experience with Workday Extend / Orchestrate Exposure to Agile delivery models Experience in integration performance tuning and monitoring Why This Role Opportunity to lead complex integration programs Work on enterprise-scale Workday implementations Drive innovation in Workday integration architecture Skills Workday Studio Core Connectors / Cloud Connect Web Services (SOAP / REST) EIB (inbound/outbound) XML, XSLT data transformations BIRT Orchestration / Extend (Optional) Skills Workday Studio Core Connectors / Cloud Connect Web Services (SOAP / REST) EIB (inbound/outbound) XML, XSLT data transformations BIRT Orchestration / Extend (Optional) Skills Workday Studio Core Connectors / Cloud Connect Web Services (SOAP / REST) EIB (inbound/outbound) XML, XSLT data transformations BIRT Orchestration / Extend (Optional) About Grant Thornton INDUS Grant Thornton INDUS is the global capability center for Grant Thornton US, the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International Ltd., a leading global network of independent audit, tax, and advisory firms. Founded in Chicago in 1924, Grant Thornton US is one of the leading accounting and advisory firms in the U.S., bringing together $4B+ in revenue, 56 U.S. offices, and a multi-national platform spanning 20 countries with 25,000 people. It combines deep expertise, advanced technology, and a collaborative mindset to help clients solve complex challenges and grow with confidence. Since .