Staff Engineer – Timekeeping Implementation

Nagarro

Staff Engineer leading end-to-end UKG Timekeeping implementation at Nagarro. Collaborating with diverse teams to ensure compliant workforce management solutions in a dynamic environment.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRemote • 🇮🇳 IndiaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in UKG Timekeeping and Workforce Management solutions, with a strong focus on compliance, configuration, and integration across Payroll and HRIS systems. Proven ability to lead full lifecycle implementations and manage stakeholder expectations effectively.

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UKG Implementation ProjectsUKG Certification in TimekeepingTimekeeping and Attendance ProcessesPayroll Integration and ComplianceClient-Facing Implementations

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Hard Skills

UKG ReadyUKG Pro WFMTimekeeping ConfigurationAccrual ConfigurationScheduling ManagementPayroll SystemsData MigrationAPI IntegrationsMiddleware SolutionsLabor Compliance

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationProblem-SolvingMentoringStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

ADPWorkdaySAP SuccessFactorsBoomiSFTP

Certifications & Qualifications

UKG Certification in Timekeeping

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingRetailHealthcareLabor LawsAudit Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end solution design and implementation for UKG Timekeeping (UKG Ready / UKG Pro WFM)
Translate business requirements into scalable and compliant workforce management solutions
Provide best-practice guidance on Timekeeping, Scheduling, Labor compliance, Attendance policies
Lead full lifecycle implementation activities including Discovery and requirements gathering, Solution design and configuration, SIT/UAT testing, deployment and hypercare support
Review and approve Pay rules, Work rules, Accrual configurations, Attendance policies and compliance configurations
Conduct workshops with HR, Payroll, IT, and business stakeholders
Act as the primary functional lead for client engagements
Manage project timelines, risks, escalations, and stakeholder expectations
Oversee integrations with Payroll, HRIS, and third-party systems
Collaborate with technical teams on API integrations, Middleware solutions and SFTP/file-based integrations
Support data migration, validation, reconciliation, and go-live readiness activities
Ensure compliance with labor laws, organizational policies, and audit standards
Drive issue resolution, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Prepare and maintain high-quality configuration documents, design artifacts, and governance documentation
Ensure successful go-live with minimal defects and strong stakeholder satisfaction

Requirements

What you’ll need

Total Experience 6+ years
Strong experience in UKG implementation projects with at least 2–3 full lifecycle implementations
UKG Certification in Timekeeping / Workforce Management (Mandatory)
Strong expertise in UKG Ready / UKG Pro WFM Timekeeping, Time & Attendance processes and Workforce Management solutions
Strong functional understanding of Timekeeping, Accruals, Scheduling, Leave & Absence Management, Core/Employee Setup, UKG Payroll, Benefits Administration, Reporting & Analytics, Integrations
Experience in Pay rule and work rule configuration, Attendance and labor compliance setup and Payroll integration and downstream data flows
Hands-on experience with Payroll systems such as UKG Payroll and ADP, HRIS platforms such as Workday and SAP SuccessFactors
Good understanding of API-based integrations, Middleware tools such as Boomi and SFTP, flat-file integrations and Data migration, validation, and reconciliation
Experience in client-facing implementations and stakeholder management
Knowledge of labor laws, workforce compliance, and audit requirements
Experience in Manufacturing, Retail, or Healthcare industries preferred
Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and mentoring skills
Agile/Scrum delivery experience is a plus
Exposure to UKG Pro and Payroll systems preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employees can work remotely