Senior Architect

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Architect – HR Applications to lead the design, integration, and optimization of our enterprise HR technology landscape. This role requires deep expertise in Workday, SAP HR, Workbrain, and Fieldglass, with a strong focus on aligning technology solutions with business goals across the HR domain.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architecture & Strategy
  • Define and drive the HR applications architecture roadmap in alignment with enterprise IT and HR strategies.
  • Lead the design and integration of HR systems including Workday, SAP HR, Workbrain, and Fieldglass.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions to enhance HR capabilities and user experience.
• Solution Design & Integration
  • Architect end-to-end solutions across core HR, payroll, time tracking, contingent workforce, and talent management systems.
  • Ensure seamless data flow and process integration between HR platforms and other enterprise systems (e.g., Finance, ITSM).
  • Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure scalable and secure system designs.
• Governance & Compliance
  • Establish architectural standards, best practices, and governance models for HR applications.
  • Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, SOX).
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Partner with HR, IT, and business leaders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
  • Provide architectural guidance to project teams and support solution delivery throughout the lifecycle.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Identify opportunities for process automation, system optimization, and user experience enhancements.
  • Lead technical assessments and proof-of-concepts for new HR technologies and tools.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in enterprise HR systems architecture and implementation.
• Proven expertise in:
  • Workday (Core HCM, Talent, Compensation, Integrations)
  • SAP HR (PA/OM, Payroll, Time Management)
  • Workbrain (Time & Attendance)
  • Fieldglass (Vendor Management System)
• Strong understanding of HR business processes and data models.
• Experience with integration platforms (e.g., Dell Boomi, MuleSoft, SAP PI/PO) and APIs.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• HRIS certification(s) (e.g., Workday Pro, SAP SuccessFactors)
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and security best practices