Job Summary
Experience:
10.00 - 15.00 Years
Industrial Type:
IT-Software/Software Services
Location:
Bangalore,Chennai,Gurgaon,Kolkata
Functional Area:
IT Software - Application Programming / Maintenance
Designation:
Workday HCM Functional Solution Architect (4D)
Key Skills:
Workday HCM Functional, Solution Architect
Educational Level:
Graduate/Bachelors
Job Post Date:
2026-10-03
Stream of Study:
Degree:
BCA, BCS, BE-Comp/IT, BE-Other, BIS, BIT, BSc-Comp/IT, BSc-Other, BTech-Comp/IT, BTech-Other, MCA, MCS, ME-Comp/IT, ME-Other, MIS, MIT, MSc-Comp/IT, MS-Comp/IT, MSc-Other, MS-Other, MTech-Comp/IT, MTech-Other
Company Description
The operations generate the data, the data builds the agents, the agents run the operations, our experts bring the judgment. Together, they deliver outcomes clients can measure.
Their client has done the work that keeps global enterprises moving — across industries, across functions, and where it matters most. That real-world experience shapes the products we build. They’re grounded in process intelligence, informed by context, and strengthened with every client they serve.
We stay accountable for outcomes. We measure them. We govern them. And we own them through the last mile — in the P&L, in cycle times, in working capital — where results are real.
We are on it, because we are in it.
Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Workday HCM Functional Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of Workday HCM solutions aligned with business objectives and HR transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Workday HCM functional modules, business process optimization, solution architecture, and stakeholder engagement.
The role requires close collaboration with HR leadership, business stakeholders, implementation teams, and technical architects to design scalable and compliant Workday solutions that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.
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Key Responsibilities
Solution Architecture & Design
• Lead end-to-end functional solution design for Workday HCM implementations, enhancements, and transformation programs.
• Define target-state HR operating models and Workday solution architecture.
• Translate business requirements into scalable Workday solutions aligned with organizational objectives.
• Ensure solution design adheres to Workday best practices and minimizes customizations.
Functional Leadership
• Serve as the functional SME across Workday HCM modules.
• Provide guidance on business process design, security, reporting, and organizational structures.
• Lead solution workshops, fit-gap assessments, and design sessions.
• Review configuration designs and functional specifications.
Workday Module Expertise
Drive solution architecture across:
• Core HCM
• Recruiting
• Onboarding
• Talent & Performance
• Compensation
• Benefits
• Absence Management
• Time Tracking
• Learning
• Payroll (where applicable)
• Advanced Compensation
• Workforce Planning
Business Process Transformation
• Analyze and redesign HR processes to improve efficiency and employee experience.
• Recommend Workday-delivered functionality to support business requirements.
• Support organizational change and HR digital transformation initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for process automation and standardization.
Stakeholder Management
• Partner with HR, Talent, Payroll, Finance, IT, and business leaders.
• Present solution options, recommendations, and impacts to executive stakeholders.
• Act as a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate decision-making among cross-functional stakeholders.
Governance & Quality Assurance
• Establish solution governance and design standards.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure solution consistency across modules.
• Oversee testing strategy, UAT support, and deployment readiness.
• Ensure compliance with security, audit, and regulatory requirements.
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Required Qualifications
• Bachelor`s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or relevant field.
• 8+ years of HCM consulting or HR technology experience.
• 5+ years of Workday HCM functional consulting experience.
• Multiple end-to-end Workday implementation and deployment experiences.
• Experience leading large-scale HR transformation programs.
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Required Workday Functional Expertise
Deep knowledge of:
Core HCM
• Organizations and Supervisory Structures
• Staffing Models
• Job Profiles
• Position Management
• Worker Lifecycle Events
• Business Process Framework
Talent & Performance
• Talent Reviews
• Goal Management
• Performance Reviews
• Succession Planning
Recruiting & Onboarding
• Recruiting Lifecycle
• Candidate Management
• Offer Management
• Onboarding Processes
Compensation & Benefits
• Compensation Plans
• Merit and Bonus Cycles
• Benefit Programs
• Eligibility Rules
Absence & Time Tracking
• Leave Plans
• Time Entry
• Scheduling
• Compliance Requirements
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Reporting & Analytics
• Workday Reporting
• Calculated Fields
• Composite Reports
• Dashboards
• Workforce Analytics
• HR Metrics and KPIs
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Security & Compliance
Knowledge of:
• Workday Security Framework
• Role-Based Security
• Domain Security Policies
• Segregation of Duties
• GDPR and Data Privacy Principles
• HR Compliance Requirements
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Leadership Responsibilities
• Lead functional workstreams and solution teams.
• Mentor consultants and business analysts.
• Participate in pre-sales activities, solution demonstrations, and RFP responses.
• Support project planning, effort estimation, and risk mitigation.
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Preferred Qualifications
• Workday HCM Certification(s).
• Workday Talent & Performance Certification.
• Workday Recruiting Certification.
• Workday Compensation Certification.
• Workday Benefits Certification.
• MBA or Master`s degree preferred.
• Experience in global Workday deployments.
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Key Competencies
Functional Competencies
• HCM Solution Architecture
• Business Process Design
• HR Transformation
• Organizational Design
• Workforce Management
• Change Management
Leadership Competencies
• Executive Stakeholder Management
• Consulting and Advisory Skills
• Strategic Thinking
• Decision Making
• Team Leadership
• Influencing and Negotiation
Project Competencies
• Agile Delivery
• Program Governance
• Risk Management
• Quality Assurance
• Vendor Management
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Preferred Industry Experience
• Technology
• Healthcare
• Banking & Financial Services
• Manufacturing
• Retail
• Professional Services
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Success Metrics
• Successful Workday deployments and enhancements.
• Increased HR process efficiency and automation.
• Stakeholder satisfaction and adoption rates.
• Reduced process complexity and manual effort.
• Compliance with governance and security standards.
• Achievement of HR transformation objectives.
