Forward Deployed Enterprise Architect

Workday

Pleasanton, CA, USA
Base: $162,200 - $243,200 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Hybrid (flex work allowing at least 50% in-person time each quarter)
5+ years workday experience
Enterprise software implementation
Strategic ai roadmap creation
Workday is seeking a Forward Deployed Enterprise Architect to join their North America Solution Consulting team, focused on leveraging AI to drive customer-specific solutions. The role requires significant experience in technology solution design and the ability to engage with both technical and business audiences

Job Summary

  • This role drives AI consumption and revenue by creating strategic, customer-specific roadmaps and optimizing platform entitlements.
  • The position involves leading hands-on Agent Test Drives and building bespoke agentic Proof of Concepts to showcase tangible business value.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the progressive value of solutions to C-level executives while collaborating across functional groups like AI Strategy and Product & Technology.

Matching Summary

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Workday is seeking a Forward Deployed Enterprise Architect to join their North America Solution Consulting team, focused on leveraging AI to drive customer-specific solutions. The role requires significant experience in technology solution design and the ability to engage with both technical and business audiences.

Salary

Base: $162,200 - $243,200 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan or role-specific commission/bonus plus annual refresh stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including flexible work options

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years Workday experience
  • Enterprise software implementation
  • Strategic AI roadmap creation
  • Technical demonstration leadership
  • Customer engagement and POCs

Nice-to-have

  • Deep curiosity for AI landscape
  • Forecast modeling experience
  • Executive presence and relationship building
  • Collaborative team-oriented mindset
  • Innovative and adaptable approach

Key Requirements

  • Sr level: 5+ years HR/Financial/IT domain expertise
  • Principal level: 7+ years technology solution design
  • 4+ years presenting to executive audiences
  • 5+ years specific Workday platform experience
  • Ability to travel 40% of the time

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