Bengaluru, India Hybrid Employment

Progress Software is hiring a Workday HRIS Specialist, Principal

About the Role

What You'll Do

Oversee the configuration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Workday HRIS platform, ensuring it supports evolving HR and organizational goals. Focus on key modules including Payroll, Talent Acquisition, and Performance & Development to deliver reliable, scalable solutions.

Design and manage custom reports, dashboards, and analytics to support data-driven decision-making across HR and leadership teams. Partner with payroll specialists to configure and support Workday payroll functions, ensuring accurate processing and compliance.

Lead system upgrades, integrations, and new module implementations, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful delivery. Identify opportunities to streamline HR operations through automation and process redesign.

Conduct regular audits of system configurations and employee data to uphold data integrity and security standards. Stay current with Workday releases and industry trends to proactively address compliance and functionality needs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related discipline
  • At least 10 years of hands-on HRIS experience with a strong focus on Workday administration
  • Proven track record managing HRIS projects and leading collaboration across teams
  • Deep understanding of Workday modules such as Payroll, Recruiting, Benefits, and Advanced Compensation
  • Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail when troubleshooting system issues
  • Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR reporting tools
  • Experience configuring integrations with external systems is preferred

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • 30 days of earned leave plus a birthday day off
  • Marriage, casual, maternity, and paternity leave options
  • Comprehensive group medical insurance covering employees and up to five dependents
  • Personal accident and life insurance coverage
  • Reimbursement for professional development
  • Interest subsidy on personal or vehicle loans
Required Skills
WorkdayCore HRAdvanced CompensationBenefits AdministrationPayrollRecruitingHR Reporting ToolsMicrosoft Office SuiteHRIS AdministrationProject ManagementCross-functional Leadership WorkdayCore HRAdvanced CompensationBenefits AdministrationPayrollRecruitingHR Reporting ToolsMicrosoft Office SuiteHRIS AdministrationProject ManagementCross-functional Leadership
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Progress Software

Progress provides AI-powered software solutions to automate processes, develop, deploy, and manage applications, and make critical data more accessible and secure. The company offers a range of products and platforms designed to support digital transformation, application development, data management, and infrastructure operations.

With a focus on innovation, Progress enables organizations to build and deliver modern applications, manage complex data environments, and enhance customer experiences through trusted AI and data technologies. Its solutions span digital experience, data platforms, DevOps, infrastructure management, and secure file transfer.

The company serves a global customer base, including a significant portion of Fortune 500 companies, and emphasizes long-term customer success with a 100% customer retention rate.

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Department Human Resources
Category other
Posted 2 hours ago