Principal System Engineering - Workday

AT&T • Plano, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered. AT&T will not hire any applicants for this position who require employer sponsorship now or in the future. Join AT&T and reimagine the communications and technologies that connect the world. The Chief Information Office (CIO) is responsible for advancing information technology performance and delivering solutions that maximize ROI, increase efficiency, and enhance the end-user experience. Guided by experienced leaders, our Corporate Systems organization collaborates closely with Technology and Operations teams to drive innovation across the enterprise. Our Systems Reliability and Software Delivery teams are committed to excellence, delivering robust, scalable, and efficient solutions that support AT&T's business goals. When you join AT&T, you won't just imagine the future, you'll help create it.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience as a Product Owner or in a related technology role.
• Proven experience supporting Workday Payroll, International Payroll, Benefits, Compensation, and related Workday HCM functions.
• Strong knowledge of Workday HCM and Payroll modules and their related capabilities.
• Experience translating business requirements into functional specifications and system solutions.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Experience managing product roadmaps, backlogs, user stories, and acceptance criteria to support Agile delivery.
• Experience using Jira Align and Jira Cloud for Agile planning, backlog tracking, dependency management, and delivery execution.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to provide responsive and effective support.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

• Workday certification(s).
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization within Workday environments.
• Experience supporting large-scale enterprise Workday implementations and enhancements.
• Preferred experience with Workday Extend application development and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy for the Workday platform aligned with business goals and objectives.
• Create, maintain, and manage the Workday product roadmap, ensuring it reflects evolving business needs and strategic priorities.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and prioritize requirements.
• Facilitate workshops, meetings, and discussions to translate business needs into actionable product features and functional specifications.
• Develop and document business processes, workflows, and system requirements.
• Partner with developers and IT support teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues impacting business operations.
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to address integration-related issues and implement system enhancements.
• Maintain and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring it remains organized, current, and aligned with stakeholder priorities.
• Write clear user stories and acceptance criteria and provide ongoing guidance to development teams throughout the Agile lifecycle.
• Participate in sprint planning, daily standups, sprint reviews, and other Agile ceremonies.
• Make informed decisions regarding feature scope, prioritization, and trade-offs to maximize business value.
• Coordinate testing activities to ensure Workday enhancements meet business requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Conduct system testing, identify defects, and recommend solutions and process improvements.
• Monitor product performance, user feedback, and industry trends to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Provide ongoing support to end users by addressing questions, troubleshooting issues, and recommending enhancements.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal