Hiring: Workday Technical Lead, Payroll, Time & Absence Company: Guardian Life Location: New York, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 07:43:25 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Systems Design About the job Experience: •5+ years of Workday experience with deep expertise in: Required Skills: •The Workday Technical Lead – Payroll, Time & Absence is responsible for the end-to-end technical ownership, design, and governance of Workday Payroll, Time Tracking, and Absence modules. This role serves as the system authority for the domain, ensuring scalable design, data integrity, and alignment with business and compliance requirements. •This position operates within IT and partners closely with Payroll, HR, and external vendors to deliver reliable, efficient, and compliant solutions. While not responsible for payroll processing, this role is accountable for the systems and configurations that enable accurate payroll outcomes. •Domain Ownership & Technical Leadership •Own the architectural and configuration guardrails for Payroll, Time, and Absence, coordinating execution while retaining accountability for outcomes. •Establish and maintain standards for configuration, data integrity, and system governance. •Make and guide key decisions on system design, scalability, and long-term architecture. •Serve as the primary escalation point for complex system and payroll-impacting issues. •System Design & Configuration Qualifications: •Proven experience owning system design and configuration decisions •In-depth knowledge of payroll processes, compliance, and downstream impacts •Demonstrated ability to lead complex problem-solving and root cause analysis •Workday certifications in Payroll, Time Tracking, or Absence •Background in IT or HR technology environments •Operates as the accountable owner of the domain, not just a contributor •Makes sound technical decisions with long-term impact in mind •Balances stability with continuous improvement Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!