About You Basic Qualifications Principal Level 8+ years of experience in enterprise software implementation, technical architecture, and technical consulting (e.g., Workday, HCM/FIN, or similar platforms), including leading complex, multi‑system initiatives 2+ years of hands‑on experience with enterprise AI/ML or intelligent automation deployments (e.g., LLM‑based solutions, RAG architectures, or AI‑driven workflows) Senior Level 5+ years of experience in enterprise software implementation, technical architecture, and technical consulting (e.g., Workday, HCM/FIN, or similar platforms), including leading complex, multi‑system initiatives 1+ years of hands‑on experience with enterprise AI/ML or intelligent automation deployments (e.g., LLM‑based solutions, RAG architectures, or AI‑driven workflows) Other Qualifications Strong background in technical architecture, with experience designing data flows, integration patterns, and security models across SaaS ecosystems and external services Deep familiarity with the Workday ecosystem (HCM and/or Financials), including core configuration concepts, integration frameworks, and security models, or equivalent experience with similar enterprise platforms Practical experience with AI concepts such as LLMs, retrieval‑augmented generation (RAG), prompt design, and orchestration layers, and how these can be applied in an enterprise context Experience in professional services or consulting, leading technical delivery for high‑stakes customer programs and collaborating closely with engagement managers, functional consultants, and customer IT teams Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex AI and architectural topics to non‑technical stakeholders while engaging deeply with developers, data engineers, and product teams Demonstrated decision‑making and work management skills: prioritizing technical tradeoffs, managing technical risk, and organizing complex work across multiple parallel workstreams Experience driving process improvements in technical delivery practices (e.g., establishing reference architectures, reusable patterns, or automation that improves consistency and quality) * Strong alignment with Workday's Ethical AI principles, with a focus on designing solutions that are transparent, fair, secure, and compliant with data privacy requirements Posting End Date: 06/30/2026 The application deadline for this role is the same as the posting end date stated Workday Pay Transparency Statement The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Primary Location: USA.IL.Chicago Primary Location Base Pay Range: $147,400 USD - $221,000 USD Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $133,300 USD - $236,900 USD Additional Considerations: If performed in Colorado, the pay range for this job is $140,300 - $210,500 USD based on min and max pay range for that role if performed in CO.