Associate Director, Software Engineering - Workday Functional Lead

Associate Director, Software Engineering - Workday Functional Lead

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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 Role

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.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the strategic roadmap for Workday solutions at Kyndryl.
• Align Workday initiatives with the overall business strategy and objectives.
• Serve as a thought leader and Workday subject matter expert within the organization.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Who You Are

You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. Equally important, you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer‑focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from; it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. We’re not doing it in isolation—our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. That dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state‑of‑the‑art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well‑being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees, and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company‑wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non‑profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you; we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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