People Systems Lead, Integrations

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a key member of the People Systems team reporting to the Manager, People Systems, you will own the design, development, testing, and deployment of end-to-end system integrations and APIs for all People Systems, with a strong focus on Workday integrations. Success in this role will require cross-functional partnerships with a range of stakeholders and teams in a fast-paced environment. As a People Systems Lead you have the intellectual curiosity and technical ability to analyze our HR systems/processes and work with stakeholders to assess the current state, propose solutions, and implement changes. You’ll also play a key role in mentoring Analysts, sharing integration best practices, and ensuring our process is compliant and audit-ready.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with key business users and stakeholders to gather integration requirements and provide context for implemented solutions.
• Design, build and maintain various large-scale HR System integrations, with Workday as the source of truth system.
• Mentor People Systems Analysts through knowledge transfer, code reviews, and integration best practices, ensuring consistency and scalability across solutions.
• Work with stakeholders to create, document, and test various scenarios and outcomes and perform UAT where applicable.
• Ensure integrations follow SOX compliance and data governance standards, maintaining audit-ready documentation and controls.
• Document integration processes by creating clear and comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for stakeholders and internal use, ensuring clarity and consistency in integration procedures. 
• Consistently identifying opportunities for process improvements through integrations and automations.
• Provide support and conduct regression testing to troubleshoot and resolve integration failures or errors promptly.
• Develop a deep understanding of business processes, workflows, and data requirements for Workday integrations, covering areas such as HCM, Benefits, Payroll, and Compensation.
• Plan, create, and execute test scripts in partnership with People Systems Analysts. 
• Offer innovative and creative systems solutions to address complex business needs, demonstrating a proactive and out-of-the-box problem-solving mindset.
• Continuously monitor and analyze new Workday releases, making necessary adjustments to existing integrations and conducting regression testing.
• Create and maintain complex reports and calculated fields in Workday. 
• Look for opportunities to leverage AI and automation in integrations, driving efficiency and scalability in how systems and data connect.

WHO YOU ARE

We are looking for a self-starter and detail-obsessed People Systems Lead with Workday integrations experience. You’re both technically strong and people-focused: able to lead by example, mentor others, and instill best practices, while ensuring our systems remain compliant and scalable. 

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of Workday configuration experience with 2+ years of Workday integrations experience required
• Workday Integrations or Studio Certification is preferred.
• Must have expertise in the following tools and technologies: Workday Integration Security, Workday EIBs, Web Service APIs, Workday Studio, SOAP, XML, XSLT, REST, PECI, JSON, Workday BIRT Reporting, RaaS,etc. knowledge of Javascript preferred but not required. 
• Familiarity with cloud technologies like Core Connectors and Document Transformation
• Must be an expert in report writing within Workday, including creating complex advanced reports, calculated fields, reporting security, etc.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and managing complex Workday integration projects from start to finish. 
• Hands-on experience with the integration of HRIS and payroll systems, particularly Workday to ADP, which is desirable for this role.
• Strong understanding of SOX compliance, change management, and data governance as it applies to HR systems and integrations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse individuals across global teams and different organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively operate in a dynamic, cross-functional team environment with minimal supervision. 
• Experience mentoring or guiding junior team members, with a passion for knowledge-sharing and building team expertise.
• Track record of taking initiative and committed to continuously improving processes.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity, discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive HR data.
• Strong prioritization and follow-through skills, and excel in both independent and team settings, even within a fast-paced and multifaceted environment.

For candidates based in the United States, the pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $117,000 - $134,100/year with an expected On Target Earnings (OTE) between $130,000 - $149,000/year (including bonus or commission). Your exact offer may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to cash compensation, Braze offers full- and part- time employees a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes equity grants of restricted stock (RSUs) so that all Braze employees own a piece of our company.