Workday Transformation and Optimization Architect (Workday Certified) - Remote

September 26, 2026

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Strada is a technology-enabled, people powered company committed to delivering world-class payroll, human capital management, and financial management solutions to organizations globally. With a team of more than 8,000 experts and over 30 years of expertise, Strada blends leading-edge technology with human ingenuity to help businesses across the globe design and deliver at scale. Supporting over 1,400 customers in 33 countries, Strada partners with customers at every stage of their journey, to help drive their vision forward. It’s why we’re so driven to connect passion with purpose. Our team’s experience in human insights and cloud technology gives companies and employees around the world the ability to power confident decisions, for life. With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Strada is the perfect place to put your passion to work. To learn more about us, visit stradaglobal.com The Transformation and Optimization Architect manages the overall delivery of Strada's Transformation and Optimization Services. Uses broad experience with Workday implementation, AMS support and/or tenant assessments to drive the client towards value realization of their Workday investment. They will be aligned to multi-domain tenant assessments, collaborate with Solutions and Enablement managers to create client’s Workday roadmaps and hand the roadmap plan to ongoing teams for execution with continued oversight The Role <ul><li>Has a broad understanding of the entire Workday HCM product suite, proving the ability to speak to clients and leaders in high level terms in any given area. </li><li>Responsible for leading large and/or multi domain tenant assessments across functional areas. </li><li>Support BPaaS and AMS Standalone clients with regular oversight, diagnostics, and annual roadmap creating/updates.</li><li>Executes on the cutting edge of product roll out including ‘first time’ installations, use cases with new technology, POV design and Sales/Solutions offerings - stays current with Workday release features</li><li>Design and deliver future-ready Workday solutions to help organizations optimize their HR functions and enhance their employees’ experiences.</li><li>Facilitate cross-functional sessions to familiarize the Strada team with the customer needs, specifications, design targets, development process, design standards, techniques and tools to support roadmap projects</li><li>Collaborate with functional and technical consultants to design holistic solutions.</li><li>Provide a proactive interface between the external clients and the internal staff to ensure effective coordination and delivery of Workday roadmap.</li><li>Collaborates with Solutions Architects and Enablement Managers to ensure the delivery of solutions from sales to AMS.</li><li>Function as the lead architect by being strategically engaged in delivery of custom solutions created during the sales process and in conjunction with the Solutions Architects. May also be responsible for creating custom solutions as a result of discovery and the delivery process.</li><li>Mentors colleagues in broader Workday thought leadership.</li><li>Facilitates discussions around our framework and ensures a quality of delivery and consistency in our delivery process</li><li>Strong understanding of the Strada Point of View and looks to continuously refine and develop methodology and Point of View across domains.</li><li>Works across the organization and maintains/builds strong working relationships based on experiences/past interactions </li></ul>The Requirements <ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in technical, business, or financial discipline. 8-10 years relevant work experience required</li><li>Will have significant business and implementation or AMS support experience and deep understanding across multiple domains</li><li>Workday project experience or AMS support required with experience supporting technology solutions outside of their area of expertise</li><li>Previous consulting experience required either as an internal consultant or with a consulting / software organization</li><li>Previous experience in thought leadership preferred</li><li>Influential communication skills, including the ability to synthesize information into clear, concise messages both for detailed analytical reports and executive summaries</li><li>Relates well with others with the ability to adapt style as needed.</li><li>Potential for up to 25% travel required</li><li>This role does not support sponsorship</li><li>Currently Workday certified in multiple domains is a requirement for this role</li><li>Workday certification, successful continuation of appropriate Workday Certification(s) is a requirement of the role </li></ul>Benefits We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it’s important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as a number of voluntary benefit options. By applying for a position with Strada, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Strada’s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position. Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Strada is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful. At Strada, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future. Diversity Policy Statement Strada is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of qualified minorities, women, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans. Strada provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting his/her recruiter. Authorization to work in the Employing Country Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Strada. Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Strada business units. We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization. Salary Pay Range Minimum - Maximum $125,230.00 - $232,570.00 Pay Transparency Statement: Strada considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience, education, certification/credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography. Strada makes these decisions on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. Disclaimer Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Strada business units. Strada provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, veteran, marital, parental, citizenship, or domestic partner status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Strada is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer.

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