Senior Workday Architect (Compensation, Payroll and Benefits)

Inside the Role

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

We're looking for a strategic, collaborative, and technically sharp Sr. Workday Architect who thrives in designing integrated technology solutions that power real business transformation. In this high-impact role, you'll work closely with business and technical leaders to shape and implement enterprise architecture strategies-mentoring analysts, guiding cross-functional teams, and ensuring scalable and secure systems are delivered with precision.

If you're energized by solving complex problems, leading others toward technical excellence, and translating strategy into architecture, we'd love to meet you.

What You Drive at DTNA

• Architecture Leadership: Lead the design and development of scalable architecture solutions for Payroll, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, and Security-partnering with business and technical teams to ensure alignment with enterprise standards and strategic objectives.
• Mentor & Guide: Provide leadership and technical guidance to analysts and junior team members. Help build team capability through coaching, modeling, and feedback.
• Release Planning & Delivery: Lead architectural planning for system changes and releases. Partner with stakeholders to scope, package, and deliver system updates that meet performance, risk, and integration needs.
• System Integration: Evaluate and ensure compatibility of products, services, and platforms across interdependent systems. Act as a subject matter expert in aligning IT architecture across the organization.
• Strategic Collaboration: Act as a trusted advisor to cross-functional teams-bridging the gap between technical design and business strategy. Influence decision-making and gain alignment on architecture direction.
• Innovation & Standards: Identify emerging technologies and methods that improve scalability, security, and efficiency. Help define architectural standards that guide the work of others across the enterprise.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field and 5-7 years of hands-on experience in Workday architecture, or 8+ years in lieu of a degree.
• Deep technical experience designing and implementing architecture across multiple integrated systems.
• Strong understanding of application frameworks, data management, systems integration, and cloud services.
• Experience planning and executing software/system release packages.
• Ability to lead architectural efforts across departments.
• Proven track record of mentoring analysts or junior team members.
• Confident communicator who can translate complex technical concepts for business leaders.
• Sophisticated analytical thinking to solve high-complexity problems.
• Ability to anticipate technical risks and recommend strategic solutions that support long-term growth.
• An attached resume is required.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• You love bringing structure to complexity and designing solutions that scale.
• You naturally take initiative, communicate clearly, and build trusted relationships across teams.
• You enjoy helping others grow-whether by mentoring team members or guiding system design.
• You're energized by strategic challenges and see architecture as a tool to drive business success.

Why Join Us?

At DTNA, we don't just build trucks-we build the future of mobility. You'll join a team where your voice matters, your expertise is respected, and your ideas drive impact. As an architect, your work will shape the systems that empower people across the business to do their best work.

Please note: This role is open to remote candidates based anywhere in the U.S. If you're an internal employee, we will honor your current flexible work arrangement. For external candidates, if you live within 25 miles of one of our facilities, we ask that you work onsite at least 4 days per week to foster collaboration and team connection.

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

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At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.