Workday Technical Integration Lead

Workday Integration Lead Job Description Overview

Client is seeking an Integration Lead. This is a senior technical role responsible for designing, leading, and managing the integration of systems, applications, and data across an organization. They act as a bridge between technical teams, business stakeholders, and external partners, ensuring seamless connectivity and interoperability.

• System Integration Leadership:
  Lead the design and development of integration projects, including RESTful APIs, microservices, and UIs, and coordinate with technical and industry team leads on large-scale implementations
• Architecture & Design:
  Develop integration architecture and specifications throughout the service development lifecycle; oversee top-down design methodology and facilitate handoffs from architects to developers
• Technical Execution:
  Implement integration using platforms like Microsoft Biz Talk, Mule ESB, SOA, Service Bus, BPEL, API Gateway, and related technologies
• Quality & Compliance:
  Ensure integrations meet functional, technical, and security requirements; manage quality, data governance, and compliance standards
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with IT, product, payroll, and operations teams to translate business requirements into integration specifications; coordinate with vendors and support teams
• Documentation & Training:
  Prepare design, architectural, and operational documentation,SOPs, and training materials
• Mentorship & Team Development:
  Mentor developers, promote best practices, and foster a strong integration-focused team culture
  
  Risk & Change Management:
  Identify and manage project risks, control changes, and maintain baselines
• Build enterprise visuals

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Engineering, Information Technology, or related fields
• Certifications:
  
  CISSP, ITIL, PMP, TOGAF, CISM, SAP, or related integration/security certifications
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in SQL, microservices architecture, API strategy, and integration technologies.
• Proficiency in Workday API Endpoints or HCM specific API’s and/or ERP API’s including Recruiting, Talent and Payroll API’s
• Strong programming skills in languages like Node.js, Python, JavaScript, Java, or Claude
• Methodologies:
  Familiarity with SDLC, Agile, and program management best practices
• Soft Skills:
  
  Excellent communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration abilities
• Desire to learn Visio or similar product to illustrate enterprise approach.