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Manager, People Technology

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Hybrid
New York, NY, USA
124K-146K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
New York, NY, USA
124K-146K Annually
Senior level
Own and optimize Wonder’s Workday-based People Technology ecosystem, including architecture, configuration, integrations, APIs, automation, data governance, and system design. Build AI-enabled employee experiences, improve HR workflows, and support scalable solutions across payroll, benefits, onboarding, and employee lifecycle processes. Lead complex initiatives such as M&A integrations, implementations, and organizational scaling while independently delivering end-to-end solutions in a fast-paced environment.
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About Wonder

Everything’s on the menu at Wonder. Except compromise.  

Wonder is the mealtime platform built to feed every craving in one order. With Wonder, you can mix and match hundreds of dishes from 20+ exclusive restaurants in a single order, so everyone gets exactly what they’re craving. Enjoy everything from tacos to Thai with $0 delivery fees, plus dine-in or pick up at a Wonder location near you. Each dish is made to order on-site by our culinary team and served hot.

Behind the scenes, Wonder owns and operates every step of the dining experience, from recipe development to the technology that powers our experience, allowing us to deliver quality, variety, and consistency at scale.

Join us as we work to make great food more accessible.

About The Opportunity 

The People Tech team is looking for a senior-level individual contributor to join us as Manager, HR Technology. This position is designed for a Workday expert who thrives in high-magnitude, rapidly evolving setting where your work goes far beyond basic system upkeep.


We seek a curious, innovative self-starter who takes ownership of their projects and constantly pursues process improvements. You should possess a strong attention to detail balanced with a strategic perspective, excel when empowered to move quickly and solve problems independently, and be dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences for both employees and managers.


The Impact You Will Make

Own the People Technology Platform

  • Own and evolve the architecture, configuration, and performance of Workday as the core of the People Technology ecosystem
  • Design scalable, extensible solutions that go beyond configuration and improve how employees and managers interact with systems
  • Translate business needs into well-architected solutions using configuration, APIs, integrations, and automation frameworks

Build AI-Enabled Experiences & Automation

  • Design and implement intelligent automation that reduces manual work and enables scale across People Operations
  • Leverage AI to enhance employee experiences including self-service, case deflection, knowledge retrieval, and workflow orchestration
  • Partner in shaping an AI-first People Experience using tools such as Workday AI along
    with emerging AI technologies
  • Identify and implement opportunities to embed AI into workflows across onboarding,
    support, and employee lifecycle moments

Platform Engineering & System Design

  • Operate with a platform mindset by building reusable, scalable solutions across systems and processes
  • Design and optimize business processes with a focus on performance, scalability, compliance, and simplicity
  • Ensure strong data integrity, governance, and system reliability across the HR technology stack

Integrations, APIs & Connectivity

  • Design, build, and optimize integrations between Workday and external systems using APIs, middleware, and event-driven patterns
  • Enable seamless data flow and interoperability across systems such as payroll, benefits, and workforce tools
  • Contribute to a connected and flexible HR technology ecosystem that can evolve with
    the business

Drive Transformation & Scale

  • Play a key role in major initiatives including M&A integrations, system implementations, and organizational scaling
  • Help evolve the HR tech ecosystem into a modern, AI-enabled platform
  • Contribute to building a best-in-class People Technology function

What You Bring to the Table 

  • 5 to 8+ years of experience in HR Technology, People Systems, or related platform roles
  • Strong hands-on experience with Workday across multiple modules
  • Experience beyond configuration including integrations, APIs, automation, or system
    design
  • Familiarity with tools and capabilities such as Workday Extend, Prism, or similar platform
    technologies
  • Understanding of integration patterns, data flows, and system architecture concepts
  • Strong experience with business process design, data models, and reporting and
    analytics
  • Proven ability to independently own and deliver complex solutions end-to-end
  • Experience in high-growth, fast-paced, or transformation environments

As a matter of company policy, Wonder does not sponsor applicants for employment visa status for this role.


Our hybrid model requires 3 days a week in the office. That said, many team members choose to come in more often to take advantage of in-person collaboration and connection. You're welcome—and encouraged—to be in the office up to 5 days a week if it works for you. 


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New York: $138,000 - $145,500 per year. 

Illinois: $124,000 - $131,000 per year. 

Wonder uses geographic-specific salary structures, which means the salary offered may vary depending on where the job is located. The final salary offer will take into account various factors, such as the candidate's skills, education, training, credentials, and experience.

Benefits


The benefits applicable to this role include a competitive compensation package with equity and a 401(k). We also offer a choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, company paid short and long term disability coverage, paid time off including flexible time off for exempt employees, paid vacation for non-exempt employees, and paid sick leave in compliance with applicable law in addition to paid parental leave, discounted meals and exclusive perks across the Wonder family of brands.


Eligibility, effective dates, and available plan options vary by employment classification and location. To learn more about benefits for this role, visit our Careers page here. 


A Final Note

At Wonder, we build the best teams by hiring with an objective lens — evaluating people for their potential while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. As part of our commitment to fair and compliant hiring practices, Wonder participates in the federal government's E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If you need an accommodation during the interview process, please let your recruiter know.

We look forward to hearing from you! We'll contact you via email or text to schedule interviews and share information about your candidacy. 

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