Workday System Developer

About Gusto

Gusto provides payroll, health insurance, 401(k), and HR services to more than 500,000 small businesses nationwide.

About the Role

The Workday System Developer is an experienced L4 People Technology Developer responsible for leading the design, configuration, and optimization of Workday solutions supporting HR and payroll. The role operates independently, mentors others, and partners with the People Team, IT, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver scalable solutions.

The People Operations, Services, and Technology team uses AI and automation to optimize workflows and improve service delivery.

Responsibilities

Workday Configuration and Enhancements

• Lead configuration of Payroll, Absence, Time Tracking, HCM, Talent, and Compensation modules against complex business requirements.
• Architect and guide development of Workday business processes, calculated fields, condition rules, and security roles.
• Evaluate and adopt new Workday features, develop creative solutions, and guide policies and best practices across modules.

Reporting and Analytics

• Develop and own advanced, matrix, composite, and dashboard reports that provide actionable workforce insights.
• Drive data quality and integrity across Workday and connected systems.
• Support workforce decisions and cross-functional planning through analytical insights.
• Own audit readiness through reporting, documentation, and control frameworks.

Testing and Quality Assurance

• Design and lead test strategies, plans, scripts, and user acceptance testing coordination.
• Lead regression and functional testing for biannual Workday releases, ensuring quality and business continuity.
• Independently resolve complex issues and determine testing approaches.

Collaboration and Support

• Advise cross-functional stakeholders and senior partners on complex Workday matters, adapting communication to different audiences and building alignment.
• Diagnose and resolve complex system issues and develop scalable solutions that prevent recurrence.
• Mentor team members and key users on Workday functionality and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, HR Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5–7 years of hands-on Workday analyst or configuration experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Workday security, business processes, reporting, and calculated fields.
• Ability to independently determine methods for complex assignments and evaluate ambiguous issues using sound judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Workday certifications in Payroll, Absence, HCM, Benefits, Time Tracking, or Reporting.
• Experience in HR, payroll, benefits, or related domains.
• Experience in an agile environment, guiding new policy development, and mentoring junior team members.

AI Expectations

All team members are expected to engage actively with AI tools relevant to their roles and develop their fluency. Role-specific AI experience is assessed during interviews.

Location and Working Expectations

• Listed hybrid locations: Denver, CO; New York, NY; and San Francisco, CA.
• Office-based employees are expected onsite approximately 2–3 designated days per week, or more depending on the role. San Francisco office expectations also cover the San Jose metro area.
• Approved work outside an office requires a secure, reliable, consistent internet connection, including hybrid non-office days.
• Regular, predictable attendance and timely responsiveness are expected.

Compensation and Benefits

• Denver and most remote locations: $128,000–$160,000 annually.
• San Francisco, Seattle, and New York: $154,000–$193,000 annually.
• Final offers depend on experience, expertise, role, level, and location and may vary from the listed amounts.
• Additional posting figures list Start of Entry: 139790; Midpoint: 166000; Max of Mature: 192211; Variable Pay Target: 7.5.
• Full-time employees receive base pay, benefits, and equity through RSUs.

Application Information

Candidates requiring medical or religious accommodations during the application process may submit the employer's accommodation form.