Role Overview

We are seeking a Workday Integration Architect to lead the architecture, development, and ongoing optimization of Athena's Workday ecosystem and connected enterprise systems. This role blends deep integration expertise, functional understanding, and strategic leadership to deliver scalable, reliable, and high-performing solutions that support Athena's continued growth.

You will own the end-to-end integration landscape across Workday Core HCM, Recruiting (ATS), payroll, finance, employee performance and talent processes, and other key internal and external systems. You will ensure data flows are seamless, systems are well-governed, and solutions are designed to scale with the business. This includes supporting critical workflows across the employee lifecycle, from hiring and onboarding to compensation, performance evaluation, and broader people operations.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong configuration and integration experience, along with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, IT, and external partners to deliver secure, efficient, and future-ready solutions. The ideal candidate can connect technical execution with business priorities, improve operational effectiveness, and help strengthen the foundation of Athena's people and business systems as we scale.

Key Responsibilities
Workday Integrations & Technical Architecture

• Design, build, and maintain end-to-end Workday integrations (EIB, Core Connectors, Studio)
• Architect scalable integration solutions across HR, Finance, and third-party systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues, ensuring system reliability and performance
• Serve as the primary technical expert for Workday integrations

Workday Configuration & Optimization

• Lead hands-on configuration of Workday Core HCM and Recruiting (ATS)
• Design and maintain Business Processes (BPs)
• Configure security roles, notifications, and tenant settings
• Identify system gaps and implement scalable solutions

Project Leadership

• Lead Workday-related projects, enhancements, and releases
• Own project timelines, testing, deployment, and documentation
• Drive continuous improvement across HR systems and processes

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with HR, Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Finance, and IT teams
• Translate business needs into technical solutions
• Facilitate workshops, solution design sessions, and stakeholder reviews
• Communicate system updates and impacts clearly

Vendor & AMS Management

• Collaborate with AMS providers on:
  
  • Defects and bug fixes
  • Enhancements and new requests
• Validate and approve vendor-delivered solutions
• Ensure timely resolution of system issues

System Governance & Support

• Maintain data integrity and system performance
• Support Workday releases and regression testing
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements
• Identify automation opportunities to improve efficiency

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of Workday experience
• Strong expertise in:
  
  • Core HCM
  • Recruiting (ATS)
  • Business Process Framework (BPs)
  • Security & Reporting
• Hands-on configuration and integration experience
• Proven experience leading Workday projects or major enhancements
• Experience working with AMS or third-party support providers
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Full lifecycle Workday implementation experience
• Workday Pro certification(s)
• Deep experience with integrations (EIB, Studio, Core Connectors)
• Knowledge of Workday security framework and role-based access design
• Experience in global or multi-entity environments

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong execution ability
• Analytical and solution-oriented
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to balance governance with agility
• Clear communicator across technical and business audiences
• Collaborative leadership style

Why Join Athena

• Build at the intersection of Human + AI
• High-impact role with ownership and visibility
• Fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Opportunity to shape the future of HR systems and automation