Associate Director, Software Engineering - Technical Specialist

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

• Define and drive the strategic roadmap for Workday solutions at Kyndryl.
• Align Workday initiatives with the overall business strategy and objectives.
• Serve as a thought leader and Workday subject matter expert within the organization.

Program Management:

• Oversee the implementation and optimization of Workday modules, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Manage the Workday portfolio, including new implementations, upgrades, and integrations with other enterprise systems.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and mentor a team of Workday professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Provide direction and support for the Workday team, ensuring continuous improvement and development.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into Workday solutions.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to senior leadership and other stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Workday, third-party vendors, and consultants.

Operational Excellence:

• Ensure the Workday platform is stable, secure, and optimized for performance.
• Develop and implement best practices, standards, and governance for Workday usage across the organization.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics related to Workday initiatives.

Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies. Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.

Who You Are

You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Skilled in one or more of the following areas: Workday Core HCM, Workday Core Compensation, Advance Compensation, Workday Benefits, Time tracking, Absence management, Projects, PRISM, Reports, People Analytics
• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in enterprise IT or HR technology, with at least 2 years in a leadership role managing Workday implementations.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale Workday projects, including HCM, and other modules.
• Experience in a global organization, managing cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
• Deep expertise in Workday solutions and architecture.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing challenges.
• Workday Pro certification or Implementation certification preferred.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment.
• The chance to work with a leading global IT services company.

Compensation

The compensation range for the position in the U.S. is $138,480 to $263,160 based on a full-time schedule. Your actual compensation may vary depending on your geography, job-related skills, and experience. For part-time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city, or local minimum wage requirement.

There is a different applicable compensation range for the following work locations:

California: $152,400 to $315,720

Colorado: $138,480 to $263,160

New York City: $166,200 to $315,720

Washington: $152,400 to $289,440

Washington DC: $152,400 to $289,440

This position will be eligible for Kyndryl's discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Kyndryl's applicable plans. You may also receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, paid leave, and paid time off. Note: If this is a sales commission eligible role, you will be eligible to participate in a sales commission plan in lieu of the annual discretionary bonus program.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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