Workday Technical Integrations Engineer

Title:

Workday Technical Integrations Engineer Location:

Milwaukee, WI 53207 Direct Hire-Full Time The Workday HR Integrations Lead is a senior technical role within the Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) team responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining integrations between Workday and internal/external systems. This individual serves as the subject matter expert (SME) for all Workday integration activities and partners closely with HR, IT, Finance, and third-party vendors to ensure seamless data flow across the enterprise.

PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Integration Design & Development (50%) Lead the end-to-end design, development, testing, and deployment of Workday integrations using: Workday Studio EIB (Enterprise Interface Builder) Core Connectors WECI Document Transformation (CSV, JSON, custom XML) RaaS (Workday Report as a Service) E2E Connectors API Workday Orchestrate Build and maintain integrations between Workday and third-party systems such as post payroll services providers, benefits vendors, background check vendors, ATS platforms, and financial systems Partner with IT to manage and support integrations with integration components outside of the Workday ecosystem (REST/SOAP APIs, WebHooks, SFTP file-based integrations, and web service connections) Translate complex business requirements into scalable, efficient integration solutions Design integration architecture that aligns with enterprise data governance and security standards. System Administration & Support(10%) Serve as the primary technical owner of the Workday integration landscape Partner with IT to monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve integration failures, data discrepancies, and performance issues in a timely manner Maintain integration documentation including design specifications, data mapping, and process flows Manage integration updates and regression testing during Workday bi-annual release cycles Support Workday module implementations and enhancements that require integration development Stakeholder Collaboration (20%) Partner with HR functional teams (Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Learning) to gather integration requirements and deliver solutions Collaborate with IT, Security, and Data Privacy teams to ensure integrations meet technical and compliance standards Coordinate with third-party vendors and IT to establish and maintain file exchange specifications Communicate integration status, risks, and timelines to HRIS leadership and project stakeholders Governance & Best Practices (10%) Establish and enforce integration development standards, naming conventions, and change management procedures Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance to HRIS Systems Analysts Maintain a comprehensive integration inventory and ensure all integrations are documented and version-controlled Ensure integrations comply with data privacy policies Participate in audit activities and support compliance requirements related to HR data Project Leadership (10%) Lead integration workstream for Workday implementation projects, module deployments, and system upgrades Develop project plans, effort estimates, and resource requirements for integration initiatives Manage multiple integration projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery Mentor and develop HRIS team members on Workday integration tools and best practices

QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Experience /

Background Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Human Resources, or related field

Experience:

8-10+ years of Workday integration experience

Workday Tools:

Proficiency in

Workday Studio, EIB, Core Connectors, Document Transformation, PICOF/PECI Technical Skills:

XML, XSLT, JSON, REST/SOAP

APIs, SFTP HR Domain Knowledge:

Strong understanding of HR, Payroll, and Benefits business processes

Project Management:

Demonstrated ability to lead integration projects from requirements through deployment Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Ability to learn technical concepts quickly and apply them effectively Basic understanding of database concepts and data relationships Excellent communication skills with ability to interact professionally with users at all levels Customer service orientation with a positive, can-do attitude Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint or Google Workspace equivalents Eagerness to learn Workday reporting tools and configuration Ability to follow established procedures and documentation standards Adaptable and comfortable with change in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications Workday Integration Certification (Workday Pro or equivalent) Experience with Workday HCM, Payroll, Benefits, Recruiting, or Compensation modules Familiarity with middleware platforms such as MuleSoft, Dell Bo