Senior Workday Developer

Job Requisition ID #

26WD101403

Position Overview

Autodesk is looking for a Senior Workday Developer to join our People Engineering team. At Autodesk, we believe you can #makeanything, and in this role, you will bring that same mindset to the systems and processes that support our global workforce.

You will play a key role in enhancing and supporting Workday across Integrations, Workday Extend, Core Human Capital Management (HCM), Benefits, Payroll, Security, and Reporting. Working closely with People, Payroll, Finance, Information Technology (IT), and external partners, you will deliver scalable, secure, and high-impact solutions that improve the employee experience and support Autodesk's global People strategy.

If you are passionate about building reliable and scalable People systems that support a global workforce, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Design, build, test, and maintain Workday integrations using Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB), Core Connectors, Workday Studio, and Representational State Transfer (REST) and Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP) Application Programming Interfaces (APIs)Develop and enhance Workday Extend applications, including custom pages, model objects, and embedded business logicConfigure and support Core Human Capital Management (HCM), including business processes, job profiles, position management, worker data, and employee lifecycle eventsManage Benefits configurations, including eligibility, open enrollment, life events, carrier feeds, and vendor integrationsSupport payroll integrations, payment elections, banking configurations, and global payroll processesConfigure organizational structures, including legal entities, companies, cost centers, pay groups, and supervisory organizationsMaintain and audit Workday security roles, domain policies, and business process securityDevelop advanced reports, dashboards, matrix reports, and complex calculated fieldsSupport biannual Workday releases, including impact analysis, testing, implementation, and enhancementsTroubleshoot complex system and integration issues while ensuring data integrity, security, and complianceCollaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable Workday solutionsContribute to continuous improvement of Workday processes, integrations, and engineering practices

Minimum Qualifications

6+ years of hands-on Workday experience across multiple modulesStrong expertise in Workday Integrations, including Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB), Workday Studio, Core Connectors, and Application Programming Interfaces (APIs)Experience developing Workday Extend applications, including custom pages, model objects, and application designStrong understanding of integration architecture, APIs, and data transformationDeep knowledge of Core Human Capital Management (HCM), Benefits, Payroll, Security, and ReportingAdvanced Workday reporting and calculated field development skillsStrong understanding of global People and payroll processesExcellent analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skillsAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively with globally distributed and cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

Workday certifications in Human Capital Management (HCM), Integrations, Extend, Security, Benefits, or related areasExperience with programming or scripting languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScriptExperience working within a global enterprise environmentExperience working in Agile or Scrum development teamsExperience managing Workday releases and structured change control processesExperience designing scalable Workday solutions that support complex global business requirements

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced Workday professional who combines strong technical expertise, analytical thinking, and business understanding to deliver scalable and reliable solutions that support Autodesk's global workforce

Demonstrates deep knowledge of Workday capabilities and applies platform best practices to complex business requirementsSolves complex technical and functional challenges by applying analytical thinking, sound judgment, and practical experienceTakes a broad perspective when evaluating solutions and considers downstream impacts across People, Payroll, Finance, and Information Technology systemsTranslates complex business requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable Workday solutionsIdentifies opportunities to improve existing processes and recommends innovative approaches that enhance efficiency and employee experienceTakes ownership of projects, integrations, and key workstreams from requirements through implementation and ongoing supportWorks independently while seeking guidance when navigating highly complex or unusual situationsBuilds strong relationships with senior practitioners, business stakeholders, technical teams, and external partnersCommunicates complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholdersContributes to continuous improvement of Workday processes, engineering standards, and operational practicesShares knowledge and serves as a technical resource or mentor to colleagues with less experienceDemonstrates curiosity, accountability, and a commitment to continuous learning as Workday capabilities and business needs evolve

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About Autodesk

Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.

When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

Salary transparency

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Belonging

We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/global-belonging

In-Person Onboarding and Identity Verification

This role may require in-person onboarding and/or in-person ID verification.