Forward Deployed Partner Architect

Workday

Pleasanton, CA, USA
Base: $138,600 - $208,000 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Hybrid (50% in-office, 50% remote)
5+ years hr or financial domain expertise
5+ years technology solution design experience
Expertise in llm orchestration and ai architecture
Workday is seeking a Forward Deployed Partner Architect to join their elite team in Pleasanton, CA, with a focus on bridging technical solutions between the company and its Global System Integrators. The role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and the application of AI in enterprise solutions, requiring significant experience in technology solution design and consulting

Job Summary

  • The Forward Deployed team bridges the gap between possible and practical by co-innovating with strategic partners to accelerate Workday AI adoption.
  • As a technical bridge, you will architect bespoke Proof of Concepts and lead Agent Test Drives to showcase unique data models and security frameworks.
  • You will act as a trusted advisor navigating complex global security requirements while funneling real-world challenges back into the product development roadmap.

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Workday is seeking a Forward Deployed Partner Architect to join their elite team in Pleasanton, CA, with a focus on bridging technical solutions between the company and its Global System Integrators. The role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and the application of AI in enterprise solutions, requiring significant experience in technology solution design and consulting.

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 arrangements

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years HR or financial domain expertise
  • 5+ years technology solution design experience
  • Expertise in LLM orchestration and AI architecture
  • Experience presenting to CXOs and Security Architects
  • Knowledge of MCP and A2A integration protocols

Nice-to-have

  • Visceral curiosity for Agents and RAG technologies
  • Comfort with ambiguity and rapid prototyping
  • Strong consultative rigor in architectural diagrams
  • Understanding of SI business models
  • Sun-drenched optimism and collaborative drive

Key Requirements

  • Sr FDE Enterprise Architect: 5+ years HR/Financials/IT expertise
  • Principal FDE Enterprise Architect: 7+ years solution design
  • 5+ years of Workday platform experience
  • Ability to travel up to 40% for client engagement

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