Workday Developer – Payroll, Time & Absence - Associate

Huron • Chicago, IL

1d • Remote

About The Position

Huron’s Enterprise Solutions team is comprised of business minded technology professionals responsible for the ongoing optimization of our Workday ecosystem through product strategy, solution delivery, and operational support. The Associate Workday Developer partners closely with HR, Payroll, Benefits, and Finance stakeholders to design, configure, and support scalable Workday solutions that drive efficiency and deliver measurable business outcomes. This role is ideal for an early career Workday professional who is building technical depth in the Payroll, Time Tracking and Absence modules while developing strong product, delivery, and customer focused skills.

Requirements

• At least 3-5 years of experience in the areas of Workday Payroll is required. Candidates with less experience may also be considered if they demonstrate strong hands-on Workday Payroll configuration skills, solid business knowledge or equivalent experience, and the ability to quickly learn and adopt complex systems.
• Detailed experience with, and understanding of, Workday’s Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB) platform and schema.
• Functional experience with the ownership, QA, and execution of mass data changes/uploads strongly preferred.
• Strong Excel skills. While most of the work will be in Workday, strong Excel skills are necessary for periodic data loads into Workday.
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written, and the interpersonal skills needed quickly to establish relationships of trust and collaboration.
• Being able to translate business requirements into technical solutions, talk through options, and help eliminate roadblocks.

Nice To Haves

• Workday training and/or certifications are desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate as an Associate Workday Developer supporting Workday HCM with a primary focus on Payroll, Time Tracking, Absence.
• Configure and optimize Workday business processes, calculations, and module functionality to meet evolving business needs.
• Support testing, validation, and deployment of weekly and bi‑annual Workday releases, including researching enhancements via Workday Community.
• Partner with Product Owners, Workday Leads, and functional SMEs to translate business requirements into workable Workday solutions.
• Troubleshoot system issues, analyze root causes, and support end users with timely resolution.
• Prepare and manage Excel files and Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB) loads for mass data changes.
• Own or support QA, data stewardship, execution, and reconciliation of EIBs for processes such as year‑end accrual changes and regulatory updates.
• Assist with data loads associated with special initiatives such as acquisitions, business development, or organizational changes.
• Work closely with PSA, Finance, Reporting, Integrations, Security, and HR teams to ensure solutions are accurate, scalable, and aligned with enterprise standards.
• Communicate effectively with business partners, explaining technical concepts and options in clear, practical terms.
• Continuously Learn: Actively participate in Workday training, peer learning, and hands‑on experimentation; apply feedback and lessons learned to daily work.
• Build increasing proficiency in Workday configuration, data structures, and terminology; apply technical knowledge to solve progressively more complex problems.
• Be Bold & Brave: Take on unfamiliar work, ask questions, iterate quickly, and focus on progress and business value over perfection.
• Deliver consistent, high‑quality support aligned with established SLAs and positive user experiences.
• Maintain strong attention to detail, documentation, testing discipline, and data accuracy.
• Prioritize tasks effectively, communicate risks or capacity concerns early, and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Identify issues proactively and recommend practical solutions.
• Demonstrate ownership, accountability, and reliability while contributing to a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Contribute to a supportive, engaged team environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Follow Agile principles and methodologies.
• Participate in PI planning, sprint planning, and sprint reviews, contributing to team velocity and delivery outcomes.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with a generous employer match
• employee stock purchase plan
• generous Paid Time Off policy
• paid parental leave
• adoption assistance
• Wellness Program supports employee total well-being by providing free annual health screenings and coaching, bank at work, and on-site workshops, as well as ongoing programs recognizing major events in the lives of our employees throughout the year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed