Workday Techno-Functional Analyst (HCM, Time & Absence, NA Payroll)

Join us to transform how we manage human capital. As a Workday Techno-Functional Analyst, you will define and implement solutions across Workday HCM, Time & Absence, and North America Payroll. You’ll shape architecture, governance, and integration strategies, and accelerate adoption of AI and GenAI capabilities to drive enterprise efficiency and innovation.

Key Accountabilities

• Solution Architecture: Define target architecture and configuration standards across HCM, Time & Absence, and NA Payroll. Align security, tenant strategy, and non-functional requirements with enterprise architecture and regulatory needs.
• Roadmap & Releases: Own the Workday roadmap for HCM/Time/NA Payroll and AI features. Serve as SME for bi-annual release impact assessments, regression strategy, and feature adoption plans.
• Integrations: Establish robust patterns for EIB, Core Connectors (Payroll, Benefits, Time), Workday Studio, and REST/SOAP APIs.
• Security & Compliance: Design the Security Model and SoD controls across HR, Time, and NA Payroll. Ensure compliance with GDPR, SOX, and regional payroll regulations.
• Standards & Governance: Set configuration standards, naming conventions, documentation quality, and design review processes. Approve exceptions and safeguard long-term maintainability.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner with HR Services, Payroll, and Time GPOs to translate policies into scalable, compliant Workday designs.
• AI Strategy & Adoption: Lead AI initiatives for HCM/Time/NA Payroll—analyze business requirements, implement Workday-native AI features, and incorporate GenAI to streamline processes and decisioning.
• AI Integrations: Architect secure integration patterns with enterprise AI platforms, including data masking, human-in-the-loop validation, and auditability.
• Developer Enablement: Define governance for GitHub Copilot usage in Workday integrations and tooling development.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Workday Expertise: 6+ years with Workday, with deep hands-on experience in HCM Core, Time & Absence, and NA Payroll (calculation rules, earning/deduction elements, pay groups, tax updates, retro, off-cycle).
• Integrations: Proven delivery using Workday Studio, EIB, Core Connectors (Payroll/Benefits/Time), and REST/SOAP; experience with middleware (e.g., MuleSoft, SnapLogic).
• Releases & Testing: SME for Workday release analyses, impact assessment, regression, parallel payroll testing, and defect triage.
• Domain Knowledge: Strong understanding of hire-to-retire, Time & Absence, NA Payroll, and year-end processing.
• Data Proficiency: Hands-on with data analysis, manipulation, and conversions; ability to model and configure complex data flows and workflows.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Strong Workday network and influence; effective communication and collaboration with technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Extend & UX: Experience with Workday Extend solutions for manager/HR assistant experiences and time/pay workflows.

Desirable Qualifications

• Industry Background: Preferably Information Technology
• Experience Level: 6+ years overall professional experience

Why AstraZeneca

When we bring unexpected teams together, we unleash bold thinking that powers life-changing medicines. We believe in in-person collaboration—on average, we work a minimum of three days per week in the office—balanced with flexibility to support individual needs. You’ll join a dynamic team that is essential to our growth, where niche expertise and innovative thinking drive impact for our business and for patients.

Our collaborative environment fosters creativity while maintaining rigorous standards. With a commitment to development and growth, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your capabilities and contribute to meaningful change.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our team of experts driving innovation at AstraZeneca.

Date Posted

23-Jan-2026

Closing Date

03-Feb-2026

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.