Cognizant · 3 days ago
Workday HCM Functional Architect - Global AMS (Application Managed Services)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
9+ years expCognizant is a global leader in Application Managed Services, and they are seeking a Workday HCM Functional Architect to provide expert guidance and delivery for HCM engagements. The role involves leading multiple Workday HCM AMS engagements, resolving client requirements, and ensuring a robust solution that meets customer needs.
ConsultingIndustrial AutomationInformation TechnologySoftwareSoftware Engineering
Responsibilities
Lead multiple, concurrent Workday HCM AMS engagements
Resolve client requirements through tailored Workday HCM solutions
Oversee all functional areas on assigned AMS engagements, ensuring efficient and accurate design and configuration of the delivered solution
Has a broad understanding of the entire Workday HCM product suite, providing the ability to clients and leaders in high level terms in any given areas
Partner with customer to build roadmap aligning with the customer needs and industry trends
Design and deliver future-ready Workday solutions to help organizations optimize their HR functions
Mentor junior project resources by providing guidance allowing them to learn new skills and functional areas, lead customer sessions, and configure the solution
Serve as an advocate and escalation point for the EM and functional team and ensure issues are being addressed
Ability to connect with all levels of customers/prospect leadership
Help team to understand and adhere to methodology and provide feedback to appropriate parties internally to support continuous enhancement of our tools and process
Continuous commitment to the ongoing optimization of the AMS methodology, which includes driving team members to keep these tools current
Ensures cohesive structures and project communications are in place for cross-functional delivery between their area and the following areas: HCM, Payroll, Integrations, Financials, Organizational Change & Training, Data Conversion, and Reporting
Conduct internal Quality Assurance
Assist engagement/project managers and team members when needed to identify project needs and develop solutions and strategies
Drive team and individuals to achieve high customer satisfaction levels
Track teams’ performance to align with organizational objectives and departmental KPIs
Actively participate in the Workday Product Lead Program
Attend regular Workday KSS calls for HCM product areas
Maintain Workday certifications
Assist Solution Architects with estimating projects, as necessary
Participate in Sales Orals meetings for proposed assignments
Assisting with or reviewing estimates for Change Orders in functional areas
Participating in discussions regarding functional areas that may come into scope for project or customer
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
Current Workday HCM Certification with multiple domains is a requirement for this role
Possess 9+ years of Workday HCM implementation or AMS experience
Ability to balance multiple project engagements at a time
Ability to work with team across time zones
Experience with Core HR along with one or more of the following: Recruiting, Talent and Performance, Payroll, Absence and Time Tracking, Compensation, Advanced Compensation, Benefits and 3rd party Providers
Possess project management and/or team lead experience
Required characteristics: fast learner, detail oriented, decisive, and enjoy fast paced work environments
Must work well within and across teams to get things accomplished
Preferred
Experience handling multiple AMS engagement is a plus
Previous experience in thought leadership preferred
Minimal travel required, but must be willing to travel on-site if needed
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Company
Cognizant
Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$0.24MKey Investors
Summit Financial Wealth Advisors
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1998-06-19IPO
Leadership Team
Ravi Kumar S
Chief Executive Officer
Anil Cheriyan
CTO / EVP Strategy & Technology
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