Forward Deployed Partner Architect

Workday

Pleasanton, CA, USA
Base: $138,600 - $208,000 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
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5+ years hr, financials or it domain expertise
4+ years presenting to executive audiences
Experience architecting llm orchestration solutions
** Workday is seeking a Forward Deployed Partner Architect to bridge the gap between their AI platform and Global System Integrators. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in technology solution design and a strong understanding of AI, while also embodying the company's values of integrity, empathy, and collaboration. **

Job Summary

  • The Forward Deployed team is an elite unit designed to bridge the gap between 'the possible' and 'the practical' by building AI solutions rather than just sliding vision onto slides.
  • You will empower Global System Integrators to drive joint consumption by architecting bespoke Proof of Concepts that showcase unique data models, security frameworks, and governance.
  • Workday offers a culture rooted in integrity and empathy, providing the trust to take risks and the tools to grow alongside curious minds and courageous collaborators.

Matching Summary

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** Workday is seeking a Forward Deployed Partner Architect to bridge the gap between their AI platform and Global System Integrators. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in technology solution design and a strong understanding of AI, while also embodying the company's values of integrity, empathy, and collaboration. **

Salary

Base: $138,600 - $208,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including flexible work options

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years HR, financials or IT domain expertise
  • 4+ years presenting to executive audiences
  • Experience architecting LLM orchestration solutions
  • Expertise in MCP and A2A integration strategies
  • Ability to travel up to 40% for client engagements

Nice-to-have

  • Visceral curiosity for Agents and RAG technologies
  • Comfortable building the plane while flying it
  • Deep understanding of SI business models
  • Strong consultative rigor in architectural diagrams
  • Passion for co-innovating with strategic partners

Key Requirements

  • Sr. FDE Enterprise Architect: 5+ years experience
  • Principal FDE Enterprise Architect: 7+ years experience
  • 5+ years of Workday experience required
  • Travel availability up to 40%

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