Senior Lead, Software Engineering - Workday HCM Compensation Specialist
Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people-Kyndryls-that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.
The Role
At Kyndryl, we specialize in delivering innovative solutions across the Information Technology and Software Engineering domains. Our teams work with leading clients in diverse industries, providing hands-on experience and opportunities for growth. As part of our HR Systems team, you’ll help shape the future of cloud-based managed services and play a critical role in supporting the Workday HCM Platform
Roles and Responsibilities:
As a Workday HCM Compensation Specialist, you will provide functional expertise and leadership in the design, development, and implementation of Workday HR solutions. You will partner with stakeholders to design and implement solutions using Workday, focusing on Compensation and Advanced Compensation management modules. Your responsibilities include:
Supporting the Workday Compensation capability area, with opportunities to contribute to HCM Core, Staffing/Onboarding, Benefits, Talent Management, and Recruiting. Partnering with the Compensation/Total Rewards Team to design and deploy complex global annual merit and bonus cycles.
Analyzing, designing, developing, and delivering functional modifications and enhancements to Workday HR systems/tools. Serving as a Workday SME, actively participating in Workday Releases and staying ahead of new features.
Managing annual compensation administration, including merit and incentive processes, and ensuring system/data interfaces are optimized. Maintaining salary administration, including job structure, total compensation structure, eligibility, communication, and training.
Configuring, testing, and administering annual processes in Workday (e.g., Performance Reviews, Compensation cycles).
Creating and maintaining dashboards for business leaders. Auditing system data for accuracy and serving as the primary reviewer for data entry.
Proactively planning and coordinating departmental preparations for major system updates. Acting as the main support contact for user questions and taking ownership of identified issues.
Translating business and technical requirements into architectural blueprints and identifying solutions for Workday product gaps. Providing global coverage, including Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions.
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. You’ll have the opportunity to architect solutions, test code, deploy, and build CI/CD pipelines. As a valued team member, you’ll provide work estimates, guide features, and contribute to the success of our products. You’ll be part of a team passionate about innovation, creativity, and excellence, with the freedom to drive innovation and take ownership of your work.
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 Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or advanced certifications preferred).
7+ years as a hands-on Workday SME, configuring and maintaining HCM, Core, and Advanced Compensation modules.
Experience leading Core and Advanced Compensation cycles in Workday.
Experience deploying multiple Workday HCM implementations.
Excellent customer service and communication skills to work with executive leadership and clients. Strong communication skills to translate business needs into system configuration.
Knowledge of HR processes and touch points in HCM, payroll, benefits, time tracking, recruiting, and security.
Experience supporting HCM Core, Staffing/On boarding, Benefits, Talent Management, and Recruiting.
Certifications: Workday Core HR, Workday Compensation.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Experience as a solution architect in a large-scale environment.
Experience with global coverage and supporting stakeholders across multiple regions.
Being You
The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging - being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team - is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
Your career with us isn’t just a job-it’s an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health-because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.
From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute-you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.
We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities-from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.
We want you to thrive here-and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.
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