Job Description

The Workday Absence & Time Tracking SeniorPrincipalConsultant will “bridge the gap” between the business and technical teams by solving complex Workday intersystem problems. They will guide clients through the transformation, implementation, and operation phases of a Workday implementation.This rolesits within the Absence, Time Tracking and Scheduling Practice in North America.

Responsibilities:

• Be a Workday product expert with knowledge of design, configuration,testingand implementation.

• Reinforces company policies and procedurestoothers.

• Drives and makes decisionsregardingtacticaldirection of project workstreams.

• Identifiesdependencies and supports interplay between different workstreams within a project.

• Leads, mentors, and oversees the work of other Consultants within their projects.

• Guide the client through facilitated design sessions and configuration decisions based on best practices and an understanding of the client’s unique business requirements at all stages of the project.

• Regularly engage and support the client through all phases of the project, ensuring a smooth transfer from legacy systems to the Workday HCM solution.

• Perform multiple tasks under limited direction, while regularly keeping the client,yourprojectteamandyourEngagement Manager abreast of changes or progress related to the project.

• Willingness to take a leadership position on a project, or as a Cognizantor Workday product Partner Lead and/or Delivery Assurance Reviewer.

• Displayyourhands-onexpertiseof the software, includingiLoadingclient data,moving configuration from tenant to tenant, and configuring business processes and security.

• Utilizeyourtechnical aptitude to convert and map data sources into data conversion templates viaiLoads

• Act as a mentor to fellow consultants and analysts, including providing support for shadow assignments.

• Activelyparticipatein update training and internal opportunities to share one’s skills and learnings with others within the organization.

• Additionalduties asassigned bymanager

Skills & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degreeor equivalent experience

• 4+ years of WorkdayAbsence & Time Trackingimplementation experiencerequired

• Workday Scheduling experiencerequired.

• Workday certification(s) required.

• 5yearsHuman Resources, Payroll, orFinancialsoftware experience,required

• 5 years implementing functional solutions with ERP or SaaS software,required

• Experience gathering business requirements,designingand prototyping, testing, and implementing practical business solutions under multiple deadlines.

• Demonstrated functional experience in Human Resources, Payroll, or Financials Management.

• Flexible to travel up to 25%.

Salary and Other Compensation

Applications will be accepted until 07/28/2026
The annual salary for this position is between $128,093 - $192,140 depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program , based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Why choose Cognizant:

• Entrepreneurial environment that welcomes your ideas
• Opportunity to do great work
• Outreach programs that support communities and tap into your volunteer spirit
• Learning opportunities to help current needs and advancement
• Global operations, with opportunities in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific
• An abundance of Affinity groups to meet your needs

Cognizant Core Values:

• Work as One: We think beyond roles, relying on each other’s strengths to win as a team.
• Raise the Bar: We always aim for excellence in how we work and what we deliver.
• Dare to Innovate: We push boundaries and take chances to reimagine what’s possible.
• Do the Right Thing: We all lead with integrity and always make the ethical choice.
• Own It: We own the outcomes for our company, colleagues, and community.