Workday Functional Test Lead; HR Modules

Job Title:
Workday Functional Test Lead (HR Modules)

Location:
Chicago, IL

Mode of Work:
Hybrid – 2-3 Days/Week in Office

Expected Duration: 6 Months contract with strong possibility of extension

Wage: $60/hour on W2 Only!

Interview Process:
Initial virtual interview followed by an in-person interview

You will coordinate the functional testing activities across 7 HR modules (Core HCM, Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Security, Workforce Planning and Peakon) as part of the Workday implementation. You’ll ensure scenario readiness, test case assignment, and completion in line with workstream dependencies.

• Oversee test case scenarios readiness, assignment, sequencing, and tracking for functional teams
• Facilitate daily stand-ups, coordination between business, QA, and integration teams
• Manage test case creation and execution progress in Jira/Zephyr
• Provide metrics on execution, defects, and readiness status for functional work streams
• Ensure functional test deliverables align with overall E2E test strategy

• 5+ years functional testing experience in Workday HR applications. Workday Pro Certification Preferred
• Knowledge of HR business processes across Core HCM, Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management and Security
• Proficiency in test management tools (Jira/Zephyr) and strong coordination ability
• Strong communication and organizational skills