Workday Developer, Compensation (Hybrid Testing & Support)

Job Title : Workday Developer Compensation (Hybrid Testing & Support)

Location : Remote (Eastern or Central Time Zone preferred)

Job Type : Contract | Full-Time (40 hours / week)

Work Hours : Monday Friday, 8 : 00 AM 5 : 00 PM

Start Date : December 15, 2025

Duration : 6 Months

Openings : 1

About the Role

Seeking a skilled Workday Developer specializing in Compensation to support HR Technology with testing, data setup, and ongoing ticket resolution. This role provides hybrid functional testing and backfill support during a major project (JBR), ensuring Workday Compensation processes function as configured.

Key Responsibilities

Backfill functional responsibilities of hiring manager during JBR project phases.

Execute comprehensive testing activities-regression, functional, UAT-across compensation cycles (Merit, Bonus, Stock).

Set up, maintain, and validate test data for compensation configuration cycles.

Document and communicate test case results, defects, and improvement recommendations.

Partner with developers, analysts, and cross-functional teams for issue resolution.

Support day-to-day BAU compensation tickets, troubleshooting configuration and data issues.

Maintain clear communication of testing progress, blockers, and outcomes with leadership.

Required Qualifications

5+ years of work experience with Workday, focusing on Advanced and Core Compensation modules.

Proven ability to test Compensation processes end-to-end, including eligibility rules and condition logic.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Experience with test script creation, execution, and detailed documentation.

Proficient in Excel, Smartsheet, or equivalent tools for testing and tracking purposes.

Preferred Qualifications

Workday Advanced Compensation Certification.

Experience with regression / release testing cycles.

Familiarity with EIBs, reporting validation, or Workday Security.

Prior exposure supporting Compensation modules in a global setting.

Key Skills

Workday Compensation | Functional Testing | UAT | Regression Testing | Test Data Setup | Issue Resolution | HR Technology | Communication | Excel | Smartsheet