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Job Summary:  The REMOTE Workday Integration Lead is responsible for the architecture, integration, and ongoing optimization of Mattress Firm's HR systems, including Workday, Varicent, and other platforms. This role ensures accurate and efficient system configuration and maintenance to support core HR processes. The ideal candidate brings advanced technical expertise, a strong understanding of data models and calculations, and the ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions. This position plays a key role in enabling seamless data flow and system performance across the HR technology ecosystem. 

 
Essential Responsibilities 

• Serve as the primary technical expert, leading system architecture, data modeling, and process design. 

• Lead integration strategies involving Workday Studio, EIBs, Workday Extend, Web Services, and Varicent Connect tools. 

• Design and implement robust APIs, middleware, and ETL solutions for data synchronization. 

• Guide technical teams and vendors in solution design, configuration, testing, and deployment. 

• Configure and maintain compensation plans, rules, and workflows within the Varicent platform. 

• Analyze and understand the data models and calculations that feed into Varicent to ensure accuracy and integrity. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and document business and technical requirements. 

• Identify and resolve data-related issues, ensuring end-to-end understanding of data flows into Varicent. 

• Create and maintain documentation for configurations, processes, and data mappings. 

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, translating complex technical concepts into business-friendly language. 

• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within the systems. 

• Ensure real-time or scheduled data feeds align with business logic and compliance needs. 

• Communicate progress and risks clearly to leadership and stakeholders. 

• Mentor junior team members and support their technical growth. 

• Partner with the business to gather business requirements and translate them into technical solutions. 

• Monitor system performance and ensure data accuracy across both platforms. 

• Develop governance standards for system access, data quality, and change management. 

• Continuously identify opportunities for automation and system enhancements. 

• Complete all required training modules and certifications prior to the due date. 

• Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed to ensure a safe work environment for all. 

• Communicate professionally with all internal and external contacts. 

• Follow all Company policies and execute Company standards on appearance and functionality as well as appropriate brand representation. 

• Communicate any concerns or issues to leadership to ensure proper efficiency of department and company operations. 

Non-Essential Responsibilities 

• Execute Company initiatives and other activities requested by supervisor 

• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities. 

• Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; explores opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. 

• Contributes ideas on ways to optimize or improve the team, the department, and the Company 

Education 

• Bachelor's Degree preferred 

Professional Experience 

• 5+ Years Enterprise application development and system integration required 

• Proven experience integrating Workday with third-party platforms and internal systems required 

• Experience with Query Based Languages and Relational Databases required 

• Practical hands-on experience with the following languages and front-end technologies: SQL, MS Access / Excel, Python and JavaScript required 

• Experience with cloud-based integration tools (e.g., Boomi, MuleSoft, SnapLogic) preferred 

• Familiarity with Workday Extend and Workday Prism Analytics preferred 

• Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) preferred 

Skills List 

• Interpersonal: Maintain positive and friendly working relationship at work; able to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

• Result - oriented: Should strive in achieving the end result successfully 

• Communication: Should be able to communicate clearly and effectively 

• Analytical: Strong Analytical skills 

• Ownership mindset: Demonstrated ability to take ownership of the data and be proactive 

• Problem Solving 

• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment 

• Collaborative 

• Solution Oriented 

 
Competencies & Knowledge 

• Deep knowledge of Workday HCM, including Workday Studio, Workday Report Writer, and EIBs 

• Understanding crediting, processing, and payout logic 

• Knowledge of RESTful APIs for integration with CRMs (e.g., Salesforce), ERPs, and other systems 

• Strong understanding of data governance, security protocols, and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, SOX) 

• Understanding of data structures, compensation models, and calculation logic 

Licenses and Certifications 

• Certifications in Workday or Varicent preferred 

 
California Residents  

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, where applicable.  

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