Solutions Architect, HRIS

Ryan

Solutions Architect designing scalable Workday HRIS architecture for Ryan, a global tax services firm. Driving automation, AI adoption, security, compliance, and platform optimization.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timePlano • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Workday HCM configuration, implementation, and reporting, with a strong focus on scalable solutions and strategic alignment with business needs. Proven ability to lead projects, mentor teams, and ensure compliance with HRIS standards and regulations.

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Workday HCM ConfigurationSolution ArchitectureAI Solution DevelopmentReporting Skills in WorkdayHRIS Compliance

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Hard Skills

Workday ConfigurationWorkday ImplementationData Flow DesignCustom ReportingImpact AnalysisAutomation SolutionsSecurity ProtocolsTechnical Feasibility AssessmentScalability EvaluationTroubleshooting

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingAnalytical ThinkingOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Workday ExtendPRISMPeople AnalyticsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft AccessSharePointMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft TeamsZoom

Certifications & Qualifications

Pro-Certifications in Workday

Industry Keywords

HRISComplianceSOXAudit StandardsGovernance RequirementsTechnical DebtEnterprise-System AlignmentStakeholder Impact AnalysisChange ProcessesPrivacy Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic advisor to the People Group and stakeholders, translating business needs into scalable Workday and HCM solutions
Define problem statements, assess business impact, and align technology solutions with business priorities
Gather requirements, analyze workflows and data needs, and identify people, process, and technology improvements
Evaluate project and product requests for strategic fit, technical feasibility, and enterprise-system alignment
Lead build-versus-buy decisions while managing technical debt, scalability, and performance trade-offs
Mentor team members and foster continuous learning and excellence
Design and oversee scalable Workday configuration standards and automation solutions
Configure security, business processes, calculated fields, condition rules, and validations
Design and optimize data flows between Workday and internal systems
Configure Workday functionality and execute test plans
Design and deliver Workday Extend, PRISM, and Agentic AI solutions
Drive the future-state HRIS function, end-to-end architecture, and strategic roadmap
Evaluate add-on products and manage the technology stack
Assess Workday platform health and user experience metrics for continuous improvement
Lead development and support activities, including troubleshooting and maintenance of Workday configurations
Conduct impact analysis for major Workday releases, feature adoption, regression testing, and stakeholder impact analysis
Provide end-to-end design perspective on Workday integrations
Own Workday documentation, version control, and change processes across modules
Monitor HR systems changes and recommend innovative improvements
Implement security protocols and ensure HRIS compliance with privacy regulations, SOX, audit standards, and governance requirements
Collaborate with People, Finance, IT, legal, internal audit, InfoSec, compliance teams, employees, and vendors

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent work experience
7+ years of HRIS experience, specialized in Workday HCM modules and reporting in a technical and leadership capacity
5+ years of experience with hands-on Workday configuration and implementation
Hands-on experience implementing and supporting multiple Workday HCM modules
Experience as a solution architect, or equivalent, on at least one full life-cycle implementation of Workday HCM
Working Knowledge of AI features available in Workday
Experience in building scalable AI solutions with Workday and/or non-Workday solutions
Reporting skills to build custom reports in native Workday and People Analytics modules
Excellent problem solving skills and ability to take initiative, establish priorities, meet deadlines, and make decisions with minimal direct supervision
Ability to think analytically and apply logic to solve problems
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; attention to detail
Advanced Excel skills
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Access, SharePoint, Word, Outlook, Teams, Zoom, and PowerPoint
Pro-Certifications in Workday preferred
Hands-on experience with Extend-Pro and PRISM preferred
Valid driver’s license required
Must have US work authorization that does not now or in the future require visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid Work Options
Generous Personal Time Off (PTO)
14-Weeks of 100% Paid Leave for New Parents (Adoption Included)
Monthly Gym Membership Reimbursement OR Gym Equipment Reimbursement
Benefits Eligibility Effective Day One
401K with Employer Match
Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service
Fertility Assistance Program
Four-Week Company-Paid Sabbatical Eligibility After Five Years of Service
Competitive benefits package
Flexible work arrangements