workday extend Developer

Role & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Solution Design:

  Architect, design, and document custom applications using Workday Extend based on business requirements and best practices.

• Application Development:

  Build, test, and deploy solutions leveraging Workday Extend, integrating with native Workday features as well as external systems.

• Integration:

  Develop and maintain integrations between Workday and third-party systems using Workday Studio, EIB, and core connectors.

• Collaboration:

  Engage with HR, Finance, and IT stakeholders to gather requirements, explain Extends capabilities, and iterate through solution refinements.

• Troubleshooting:

  Diagnose, resolve, and prevent issues associated with custom Workday applications.

• Documentation:

  Produce clear documentation of custom applications, design patterns, and integration points for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Continuous Improvement:

  Stay current with Workday’s roadmap, new features, and industry best practices to continually enhance application stability, scalability, and user experience.

• Security & Compliance:

  Implement and maintain robust security practices, ensuring applications meet GDPR, SOX, and other relevant compliance standards where applicable.

• Governance:

  Apply Workday's security model, ensure data privacy, and maintain documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Experience:
  3+ years’ hands-on experience developing with Workday Extend and the Workday platform.
• Technical Skills:
  Proficiency with Workday Extend, Workday Studio, EIB, XSLT, REST/SOAP web services, and Workday’s API framework.
• Development Methodologies:
  Strong understanding of application architecture, design patterns, and Agile methodologies.
• Problem Solving:
  Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities, with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Communication:
  Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience translating technical concepts for business stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Workday certification(s) in Extend and related modules.
• Prior experience with Workday Prism, Workday Integration Cloud, and BIRT.
• Familiarity with financial, payroll, or HCM business processes.
• Previous experience mentoring junior developers or leading project teams.
• Experience in regulated industries (utilities, banking, healthcare, etc.).