Integration Lead

Overview:
We're seeking an experienced Integration Lead with strong hands-on expertise in Workday Finance and Payroll to guide integration strategy and execution across enterprise systems. This role is both strategic and technical—ideal for someone who thrives in a hybrid leadership/individual contributor position and enjoys working collaboratively across IT and business teams.

As the Integration Lead, you'll architect and manage end-to-end integration workflows, ensuring smooth and secure data movement between Workday modules and external systems. You’ll play a key role in maintaining operational stability and data integrity while optimizing automation and business processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, build, testing, and deployment of integrations within and around Workday Finance and Payroll.

• Serve as a player-coach: provide technical leadership while remaining hands-on in coding, troubleshooting, and optimizing integrations.

• Act as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders to translate business needs into effective integration solutions.

• Own integration roadmaps and documentation, ensuring compliance with governance, security, and audit requirements.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure integrations.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system and data issues that impact finance and payroll operations.

• Be available occasionally after hours to handle time-sensitive incidents, software releases, or critical updates.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline

• 5+ years of ERP implementation experience, with at least 3 years focused on Workday Finance and/or Payroll integrations

• Strong command of Workday integration frameworks: Workday Studio, EIB, Core Connectors, PICOF, and Integration Cloud

• Familiarity with Workday Adaptive Planning and its interactions with Workday Finance

• Solid understanding of key finance and payroll domains: General Ledger, AP/AR, banking, benefits, compensation, and tax filings

• Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills; able to explain complex topics to non-technical audiences

Work Environment & Culture:

• Hybrid schedule requiring three in-office days per week to support collaboration and on-site engagement

• Flexibility to support other cross-functional initiatives as needed—adaptability and proactive mindset are key

• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment focused on continuous improvement and business enablement