Workday Platform Lead

DraftKings Inc.

. Own the relationship with Workday consulting partners, setting priorities, communicating requirements and timelines, monitoring delivery, and ensuring alignment with standards and roadmap .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $148,800 - $186,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Workday HCM, Recruiting, Payroll, Time and Attendance, and Scheduler, with a strong ability to manage vendor relationships and deliver high-quality solutions. Proficient in translating business needs into technical requirements and providing training to enhance Workday knowledge across teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Workday HCM ExperienceVendor Relationship ManagementWorkday Configuration KnowledgeTraining Program DevelopmentAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Workday HCMWorkday RecruitingWorkday PayrollWorkday Time and AttendanceWorkday SchedulerWorkday ConfigurationPerformance Metrics AnalysisTechnical Design GuidanceTroubleshootingProgram Management

Soft Skills

Stakeholder ManagementCommunicationOrganizationPrioritizationProfessional Judgment

Certifications & Qualifications

Workday HCM CertificationWorkday Recruiting Certification

Industry Keywords

Vendor BudgetsSarbanes-Oxley ComplianceTechnical RequirementsTraining DevelopmentAudits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the relationship with Workday consulting partners, setting priorities, communicating requirements and timelines, monitoring delivery, and ensuring alignment with standards and roadmap
Manage vendor budgets and capacity, balancing incoming requests and priorities to drive high-quality, cost-effective delivery
Partner with Talent Acquisition Operations, People Operations, business analysts, and stakeholders to translate business needs into technical requirements and Workday solutions
Serve as an internal Workday subject matter expert across HCM, Recruiting, Payroll, Time and Attendance, and Scheduler
Troubleshoot day-to-day Workday issues and provide technical guidance
Review vendor-built configurations and solutions and guide technical design decisions
Advise stakeholders on Workday capabilities, limitations, and best practices
Lead the Workday Empowerment Program and develop training to expand Workday knowledge
Manage elevated user permissions and access as needed
Track, analyze, and communicate Workday performance metrics, delivery progress, risks, and improvement opportunities
Partner with Compliance, Information Technology, and auditors to support Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, maintain control evidence, and complete required audits

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5 years of hands-on Workday experience
Deep knowledge of Workday HCM, Recruiting, Payroll, Time and Attendance, and Scheduler
Workday HCM and Recruiting certifications are preferred
Proven experience managing vendor or contractor relationships, including prioritizing work, monitoring delivery, managing budgets, and maintaining quality standards
Strong technical knowledge of Workday configuration and business processes
Ability to troubleshoot issues and guide technical design decisions
Experience building and delivering training programs or translating complex technical concepts into clear, practical guidance for different audiences
Strong analytical skills and experience using data and metrics to evaluate performance, identify opportunities, and communicate meaningful insights to leadership
Strong organization, prioritization, and program management skills
Ability to manage vendor relationships, stakeholder requests, and technical work simultaneously
Strong stakeholder management, communication, and professional judgment
Ability to navigate tradeoffs, influence across teams, and communicate effectively with senior leaders
May be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus
Equity
Benefits as applicable
Guidance through the gaming license process if relevant to the role