Associate Director, Software Engineering - Workday Functional Lead

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Associate Director of Workday Hire to Retire Portfolio will be responsible for the strategic direction, implementation, and ongoing management of Kyndryl's Workday solutions. This role requires extensive knowledge in Workday and experience in managing large-scale ERP projects. The Associate Director will work with cross-functional teams, including HR, Finance, IT, and other business units, to ensure the Workday platform aligns with Kyndryl’s business objectives and enhances operational efficiency.

• Strategic Leadership:
  Define and drive the strategic roadmap for Workday solutions gn Workday initiatives with the overall business strategy and objectives. Serve as a thought leader and Workday subject matter expert within the organization.

• Program Management:
  Oversee the implementation and optimization of Workday modules, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. Manage the Workday portfolio, including new implementations, upgrades, and integrations with other enterprise systems. Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets.

• Team Leadership:
  Lead and mentor a team of Workday professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. Provide direction and support for the Workday team, ensuring continuous improvement and development.

• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into Workday solutions. Communicate project status, risks, and issues to senior leadership and other stakeholders. Build and maintain strong relationships with Workday, third-party vendors, and consultants.

• Operational Excellence:
  Ensure the Workday platform is stable, secure, and optimized for performance. Develop and implement best practices, standards, and governance for Workday usage across the organization. Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics related to Workday initiatives.

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. Equally important is a growth mindset, customer focus, and openness. You are inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Skilled in one or more of the following areas:
  Workday Core HCM, Recruiting, Talent and Performance, Security

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.

• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in enterprise IT or HR technology, with at least 2 years in a leadership role managing Workday implementations.

• Proven track record of managing large-scale Workday projects, including HCM, and other modules.

• Experience in a global organization, managing cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.

• Deep expertise in Workday solutions and architecture.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

• Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing challenges.

• Workday Pro certification or Implementation certification preferred.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment.

• The chance to work with a leading global IT services company.

The compensation range for the position in the U.S. is $138,480 to $263,160 based on a full-time schedule. Your actual compensation may vary depending on geography, job-related skills, and experience. For part-time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city, or local minimum wage requirement.

There is a different applicable compensation range for the following work locations:
California: $152,400 to $315,720
;
Colorado: $138,480 to $263…