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Regular or Temporary:

Regular

Language Fluency:  English (Required)

Work Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

As a Workday Functional Lead (Payroll, Time & Absence) – Software Engineer III, you’ll play a critical role in shaping the future of our Human Capital Systems. You’ll design, configure, implement, and maintain Workday Payroll & Time/Absence modules that drive efficiency and scalability across the organization. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with HR, IT, and key stakeholders to turn complex business requirements into streamlined, high-quality Workday solutions—ensuring compliance and delivering an exceptional experience for our teams.

This is a fully on-site position based in Atlanta, with additional working locations in Charlotte, NC; Raleigh, NC; Richmond, VA; Dallas, TX; or Greensboro, NC. Teammates are expected to be in the office five days a week, collaborating closely in an environment where ideas thrive and solutions are built together.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Workday configuration - Payroll & Time/Absence processes.

• Design, configure, test, and deploy Workday configuration changes.

• Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations and processes.

• Partner with HR and business teams to gather requirements and design solutions.

• Identify and drive quality and efficiency improvement opportunities.

• Troubleshoot and resolve Workday configuration-related issues.

• Ensure that all changes comply with technology policies and requirements.

• Identify, escalate, and remediate risks and comply will risk management standards.

• Manage and implement Workday configuration changes, ensuring compliance with established policies and governance frameworks.

• Partner with business and technology teams to evaluate project requirements and determine appropriate Workday modifications.

• Support ongoing operations by troubleshooting and resolving issues in a timely manner.

• Collaborate with Workday functional and technical teams to ensure seamless integration of changes across modules and functions.

• Participate in audits, control reviews, and risk assessments related to assigned functional area.

• Provide guidance and best practices to business partners.

Required Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s Degree and three to five years of experience or equivalent education and software engineering training or experience

• In-depth knowledge in information systems and ability to identify, apply, and implement best practices

• Understanding of key business processes and competitive strategies related to the IT function

• Ability to plan and manage projects and solve complex problems by applying best practices

• Ability to provide direction and mentor less experienced teammates. Ability to interpret and convey complex, difficult, or sensitive information.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

• Effective time management and prioritization.

Preferred:

• Broader understanding of Workday functional areas (e.g., HCM) to better align with business needs.

• Prior experience in a regulated or