Principal Functional Consultant- Ai Practice

Workday Inc

Chicago, IL, USA
Base: $147,400 - $221,000 usd (chicago); base: $13...
Fully remote
10+ years enterprise software consulting experience
2+ years designing ai-enabled solutions
Deep functional knowledge of workday hcm or financials
This role serves as the primary functional architect responsible for designing end-to-end AI transformations for complex global customers within the Workday ecosystem

Job Summary

  • This role serves as the primary functional architect responsible for designing end-to-end AI transformations for complex global customers within the Workday ecosystem.
  • The team focuses on helping clients realize tangible business value by connecting Native AI Agents and the Workday Agent Platform to real HR and Finance workflows.
  • Candidates will act as trusted advisors to executive sponsors, ensuring all AI solutions are usable, ethical, scalable, and tied to measurable outcomes.

Matching Summary

This role serves as the primary functional architect responsible for designing end-to-end AI transformations for complex global customers within the Workday ecosystem.

Salary

Base: $147,400 - $221,000 USD (Chicago); Base: $133,300 - $236,900 USD (Other US locations); Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years enterprise software consulting experience
  • 2+ years designing AI-enabled solutions
  • Deep functional knowledge of Workday HCM or Financials
  • Experience leading multi-country complex projects
  • Ability to translate AI capabilities into business value

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication skills for non-technical stakeholders
  • Growth mindset in evolving AI spaces
  • Commitment to ethical AI standards
  • Experience with Sana integration patterns
  • Background in professional services delivery

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years in enterprise software consulting or functional implementation
  • 2+ years experience with AI agents or intelligent automation
  • Proven track record leading multi-business-unit projects
  • Expertise in Workday configuration and security concepts

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