Workday

Functional Architect (US Federal)

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Enterprise Software, GovernmentIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: [Not Specified]
  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Salary: [Not Specified]

At Workday, our culture is driven by our value of putting our people first. We believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is essential for success. We look after our people, communities, and the planet while remaining profitable. We encourage you to shine and bring your brightest self to work.

Workday values candidate privacy and data security. We will never ask candidates to apply through websites other than Workday Careers, nor will we ask for payment for recruiting services.

About the Team

You will be part of the Product & Compliance team, focusing on Workday's Government Industry Vertical within the Product & Technology Organization. Your role will be crucial in driving our growth strategy in this key market by fostering collaboration across product development, compliance, and go-to-market teams. Our charter includes ensuring compliance with Federal security standards (e.g., Fedramp - IL2/IL4, Secret, Top Secret), Federal OPM mandates, and bespoke requirements across HCM, Payroll, Benefits, Workforce Management, and Financials for the Federal Government. We aim to maintain both near-term and long-term views of the business while tracking changes in the Federal business landscape.

About the Role

Workday is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Functional Architect to join our Product & Compliance team, dedicated to the Government Industry Vertical. As a trusted advisor, you will collaborate closely with Federal customers to understand their unique business requirements, with a focus on OPM guidelines and Federal regulations. You will be responsible for architecting and leading the end-to-end functional design of Workday solutions, including migration strategies, system configuration, and necessary customizations from existing Federal systems. This is a high-impact role that directly contributes to modernizing critical government systems and improving services for millions of citizens.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the VP of Product & Compliance, you will be responsible for leading the functional design and architecture of Workday solutions for our Federal customers. This includes:

  • Eliciting and documenting detailed business requirements and translating them into effective Workday configurations.
  • Analyzing and mapping current state configurations and business processes from systems like Oracle HCM or PeopleSoft to Workday.
  • Collaborating effectively with Federal HR, Payroll, and IT partners to ensure a shared understanding and alignment on Workday design principles, Federal HR regulations, and OPM guidelines.
  • Developing comprehensive plans and documentation for data migration, including data cleansing, transformation rules, and validation.

Skills

Enterprise Software
Government Industry
Product Development
Compliance
Collaboration
Market Growth Strategy

Workday

Cloud applications for finance and HR management

About Workday

Workday provides enterprise cloud applications that focus on finance and human resources for medium to large-sized businesses across various industries. Its main products include Workday Human Capital Management, Workday Financial Management, Workday Adaptive Planning, and Workday Student, which help organizations manage their workforce and streamline financial operations. The software operates on a subscription model, allowing clients to pay a recurring fee based on the number of users and specific modules needed. This model supports continuous updates and improvements to the software. Workday stands out from competitors due to its strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and employee engagement, offering tools like Workday Peakon Employee Voice to enhance workforce experience. The company's goal is to provide essential tools that improve operational efficiency and support businesses in managing their human resources and financial operations effectively.

Pleasanton, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
$209.4MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Hybrid Work Options
Performance Bonus
Stock Options
Professional Development Budget
Conference Attendance Budget

Risks

Emerging HR tech startups like Buk could challenge Workday's market share.
Dependency on third-party platforms like Udemy may complicate service delivery.
Strategic shifts under new leadership could disrupt existing customer relationships.

Differentiation

Workday is a leader in cloud-based HCM and ERP solutions for large enterprises.
The company offers a subscription model ensuring steady revenue and continuous software updates.
Workday's focus on employee engagement tools like Peakon sets it apart in the market.

Upsides

Increased demand for cloud HCM solutions boosts Workday's market potential.
AI-driven analytics enhance Workday's financial management offerings with predictive insights.
Workday's partner ecosystem expansion, like with MetLife, opens new customer opportunities.

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