People Systems Manager, Workday

Vercel

. Own the configuration, security architecture, and Business Process Framework that power Workday at Vercel, making architectural decisions that balance flexibility, scalability, and control.

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $167,000 - $204,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Workday HCM configuration, security architecture, and business process optimization, ensuring compliance with SOX and SOC 2 standards. Proven ability to partner with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance and reporting capabilities.

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Workday HCM ExperienceWorkday Security ArchitectureSOX ComplianceBusiness Process FrameworkData Governance

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Hard Skills

Workday ConfigurationWorkday ReportingCalculated FieldsAdvanced ReportsData ValidationRole-Based SecuritySegregation of DutiesChange ManagementAudit ControlsProcess Design

Tools & Technologies

SlackHR Technology EnvironmentsAutomation Tools

Industry Keywords

SOXSOC 2Public Company ReadinessPeople OperationsEquity CompensationCommission PaymentsRelease ManagementRegression Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the configuration, security architecture, and Business Process Framework that power Workday at Vercel, making architectural decisions that balance flexibility, scalability, and control.
Partner with integration engineers to design business processes and security configurations for transactions initiated through Slack, internal apps, and other tools.
Establish role-based security, segregation of duties, change management, and audit controls to support SOX, SOC 2, and public company readiness.
Configure and optimize business processes for core People operations, equity, commissions, one-time payments, and clawbacks, partnering with Finance, Total Rewards, Payroll, and Legal.
Set standards for data governance, reporting architecture, calculated fields, and data quality.
Own release management, regression testing, and configuration change control; resolve recurring friction through configuration, automation, and process design.
Partner with auditors on evidence, walkthroughs, and remediation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of hands-on Workday HCM experience across security, business processes, reporting, and core configuration.
Strong grasp of Workday's security architecture and Business Process Framework, including role-based access, security groups, business process policies, approvals, and segregation of duties.
Experience building or evolving a Workday environment, including configuration standards, governance frameworks, and scalable business processes in a growing organization.
Experience designing and implementing Workday security, governance, and internal controls that support SOX compliance and audit readiness.
Workday reporting and data management experience, including calculated fields, advanced and composite reports, data validation, and reporting governance.
Experience in interconnected HR technology environments, understanding how Workday security, business processes, and data architecture affect downstream systems and automated workflows.
Bonus: Experience with Workday Payroll or complex compensation processes, including equity and commission payments.
Bonus: Experience helping a high-growth technology company scale its People Systems infrastructure or prepare for an IPO.
Bonus: Experience using AI or automation to improve system administration, data quality, controls, or operational efficiency.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package, including equity.
Inclusive Healthcare Package.
Learn and Grow - we provide mentorship and send you to events that help you build your network and skills.
Flexible Time Off.
We will provide you the gear you need to do your role, and a WFH budget for you to outfit your space as needed.