Wabtec

Senior Workday Functional Analyst

Bengaluru, KA, India · On-site · Full-time

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EmployerWabtec
LocationBengaluru, KA, India
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeFull-time
Employer posted1 month ago

Position Summary

The Senior Workday Functional Analyst is responsible for the design, configuration, support, and continuous improvement of Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) solutions. This role partners closely with HR Operations, Global Process Owners (GPOs), the PMO, and HR Technology and Analytics team members to deliver scalable and effective Workday solutions that support business objectives.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Workday Core HCM together with experience supporting multiple Workday functional areas. The Senior Workday Functional Analyst serves as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, leads solution design efforts, and partners across HR functions to deliver scalable and effective Workday solutions.

Workday Configuration & Solution Design

Configure and maintain Workday Core HCM functionality, including Business Processes, Organizational Structures, Supervisory Organizations, Job Profiles, Staffing Models, Custom Reports, and Calculated Fields.
Lead solution design discussions and recommend scalable approaches aligned with Workday best practices.
Analyze complex business requirements and translate them into functional system configurations.
Support and lead testing activities, including unit testing, system testing, and user acceptance testing.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex configuration, process, and system issues.

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Stakeholder Partnership

Serve as a strategic partner to HR Operations, Global Process Owners (GPOs), Product Leads, PMO resources, and HR leaders.
Lead requirements gathering, business analysis, and solution design activities.
Advise stakeholders on Workday capabilities, limitations, and recommended approaches.
Facilitate discussions to align business needs with standardized processes and enterprise governance.
Support organizational change management and adoption efforts.

Security Administration

Support and maintain Workday security configuration and access controls.
Assist with security design, troubleshooting, audits, and periodic access reviews.
Ensure security configurations align with governance, compliance, and audit requirements.

Continuous Improvement & Governance

Evaluate new Workday functionality and participate in release planning activities.
Identify opportunities to simplify processes, reduce manual effort, and improve user experience.
Maintain accurate configuration documentation and solution designs.
Support governance, change management, and enhancement review processes.
Contribute to HR Technology standards, best practices, and knowledge-sharing efforts.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field.
5+ years of Workday functional experience.
Hands-on configuration experience in Workday Core HCM.
Experience supporting and configuring one or more additional Workday functional areas such as Talent & Performance, Compensation, Recruiting, Absence, Time Tracking, Learning, or Security.
Experience leading solution design discussions and translating complex business requirements into scalable solutions.
Strong understanding of end-to-end HR business processes and their interaction across Workday modules.
Experience partnering with HR Operations, COEs, and business stakeholders.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience across multiple Workday functional domains.
Experience supporting global HR processes.
Experience working with Global Process Owners and enterprise governance models.
Experience participating in Workday implementations, acquisitions, or large-scale transformation initiatives.
Workday Pro certifications

Key Competencies

Workday Core HCM
Talent & Performance
Compensation
Absence and Time Tracking
Solution Design
Stakeholder Management
Requirements Analysis
Workday Security
Change Management
Continuous Improvement

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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