Director, Workday Systems

CrowdStrike

Director at CrowdStrike managing Workday Systems and integrations for HR, IT, and Finance. Leading a team to develop platform strategies and operational support across the Workday HCM suite.

Posted 6/2/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $170,000 - $260,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee day-to-day operations and strategic direction of Workday and its integrations to support HR, IT, and Finance program deliverables
Build and own the Workday roadmap, governance structure, and prioritization process to align the platform to business demand.
Lead and develop a team of ~10 HRIT professionals across functional configuration, integrations and Extend, and operational support
Define CrowdStrike's forward-looking AI and automation strategy for the Workday platform
Direct solution design for Workday configuration and integrations
Lead complex, cross-functional HRIT projects from scoping through delivery
Develop and maintain strong relationships with HR and partner team leaders to translate business needs into platform solutions
Perform gap assessments, formulate investment proposals, and partner with the GPMO (Global Program Management Office) to develop roadmaps that reflect corporate priorities and resource constraints
Lead change management across platform initiatives, including stakeholder alignment and adoption

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in related field
10+ years of HRIS experience with deep Workday HCM expertise across configuration, integrations, data architecture, and program delivery
Experience managing and developing Workday teams
Proven ability to influence and align senior stakeholders across HR, IT, and Finance on platform strategy and tradeoffs
Strong understanding of platform governance, data integrity, and change management in a complex, fast-moving global organization
Working knowledge of the latest Workday integrations technologies including Orchestrate, Studio, Extend, EIB, and Core Connectors
Experience supporting a global HR Shared Services model
Strong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and a track record of delivering in dynamic environments
Bonus Points: Workday certification(s) in areas such as HCM, Recruiting, Integrations, Compensation, and/or Benefits
Experience defining AI or automation strategy within an HR technology context
MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Benefits

Comp & perks

Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
Paid parental and adoption leaves
Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

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Hard Skills & Tools

Workday HCMWorkday configurationWorkday integrationsdata architectureprogram deliveryAI strategyautomation strategychange managementgap assessmentsstakeholder alignment

Soft Skills

leadershipproblem-solvingattention to detailinfluencerelationship buildingcross-functional collaborationstrategic thinkingcommunicationteam developmentadaptability

Certifications

Workday HCM certificationWorkday Recruiting certificationWorkday Integrations certificationWorkday Compensation certificationWorkday Benefits certificationBachelor's degreeMBA or equivalent advanced degree