Lead Software Engineer – Workday Compensation

Allstate

Lead Workday Core and Advanced Compensation engineering at Allstate, an insurer protecting nearly 16 million households. Driving configuration, compensation cycles, production support, testing, and Product Engineer development.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $170,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Workday Core Compensation and Advanced Compensation, with a strong focus on solution design, implementation, and optimization. Proven ability to lead technical teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives within HR technology platforms.

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Workday Core CompensationWorkday Advanced CompensationEnterprise Interface Builder (EIB)Compensation AdministrationWorkday Certification in Compensation

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Hard Skills

Workday ExperienceSolution DesignTesting FunctionalityRequirements GatheringAgile MethodologiesAutomationAI-Enabled SolutionsWorkflow OptimizationReportingDashboards

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCoachingCollaborationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Workday ExtendWorkday OrchestrateWorkday AI

Certifications & Qualifications

Workday Certification in CompensationWorkday Certification in Advanced Compensation

Industry Keywords

Total Rewards ProcessesCompensation PlanningGlobal Enterprise EnvironmentContinuous ImprovementUser Acceptance Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, configuration, implementation, and ongoing optimization of Workday Core Compensation, Advanced Compensation, and related technology applications
Partner with Digital Product Managers and Digital Product Teams to prioritize and deliver solutions aligned with compensation programs, policies, and business objectives
Provide technical input into product strategy, estimation, solution design, and delivery planning
Ensure solutions align with Workday best practices, security requirements, and enterprise standards
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to simplify processes, improve user experience, and increase operational efficiency
Lead, coach, and develop a team of Product Engineers responsible for Workday Compensation
Provide technical leadership and guidance on complex configuration challenges and platform capabilities
Collaborate with platform consultants, engineers, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful solution delivery
Track and improve operational, quality, and delivery metrics and overall product health
Oversee functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing
Drive annual compensation cycle readiness, production support, and release management

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of Workday experience
Demonstrated expertise in Workday Core Compensation and/or Advanced Compensation
Experience with Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB), reporting, dashboards, and calculated fields
Experience leading or mentoring technical teams
Strong understanding of compensation administration, salary planning, incentive programs, and Total Rewards processes
Experience gathering requirements, designing solutions, testing functionality, and supporting production environments
Workday certification in Compensation and/or Advanced Compensation preferred
Experience supporting large-scale compensation planning cycles in a global enterprise environment preferred
Experience with Workday Extend, Orchestrate, or Workday AI capabilities preferred
Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, SAFe, or other modern product delivery methodologies preferred
Experience leveraging automation, AI-enabled solutions, or workflow optimization within HR technology platforms preferred
Must submit to a background investigation
Must have a dedicated, private workspace when working from home
Reliable internet required, with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse
Monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs
Remote work arrangement
Opportunity for professional growth and skill development
Meaningful work supporting customers, clients, and communities