Workday Specialist - Time & Absence

Job Description

Maersk is a $30bn organization with 100,000 people that move 20% of the world’s trade, and the largest shipping and logistics company in the world. We are in the process of strengthening its development services organization with a focus on driving predictability, reduced cost of ownership across and lowering time to value of delivery.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Solution Engineer with a specific focus on Time and Attendance, Absence and Shift Scheduling Solutions. As an integral member of our People platform team, you will be instrumental in designing solutions for our frontline workers across our global footprint.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in Workday solutions, paired with an extensive understanding of the unique challenges and requirements of time and attendance systems. This position is an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker who is prepared to leverage their expertise to drive our technology roadmap and enable our people to work more efficiently and effectively.

Designs, develops, tests, delivers, maintains and improves business applications as a member of a team. The software engineer can work across the full stack or be specialized in e.g. the frontend or the backend - through the entire software development lifecycle. Prioritizes efficient code production by using open-source frameworks and patterns.​

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Configure/Develop and Optimize People Systems​

Contribute to the configuration and development of Workday Time and Absence system to support evolving business processes, improve usability, and ensure scalable system design. Also be well versed with workday reporting to provide reporting solutions that supports T&A configurations.

Provide Advanced System Support​

Independently investigate and resolve complex system issues, identify root causes, and drive improvements to enhance system reliability and employee experience.​

Manage System Integrations and Data Loads​

Take ownership of system integrations or data loads, ensuring accurate and timely data exchange between People Systems and platforms such as payroll, finance, and learning systems.​

Work in Projects and Agile Sprints​

Participate actively in project execution using Agile methodologies, contributing to sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and iterative delivery.​

Support Releases and Enhancements​

Coordinate and execute system releases, test new functionality, and collaborate with stakeholders on rollout planning, change impact, and enablement.​

Process Improvement and Automation​

Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, reduce manual tasks, or increase efficiency through configuration enhancements or automation tools.​

Collaborate with Senior Engineers/Solution Architects and Stakeholders, Guide Associates​

Work closely with other senior team members, People teams, IT, and cross-functional partners to define system solutions; mentor junior team members and review their configuration work when needed.​

Document Configuration and Processes​

Create and maintain clear documentation for system configurations, business processes, data flows, and integration points.​

Stay Informed on People Tech Trends​

Keep up with changes in People technology platforms and contribute ideas to enhance systems and employee experience.​

Engage in Continuous Skill Development​

Expand knowledge in People Systems and adjacent tools through advanced hands-on work, formal learning, certifications, and cross-functional collaboration.​

Technical Expertise: Advanced knowledge in setting up and adjusting system configurations across Time, Absence and scheduling domains, with strong understanding of fundamentals of T&A and Reporting.​

Data Handling and Validation: Able to manage complex data uploads, design validation strategies, understands and troubleshoots integration points and data flow dependencies.​

Project and Sprint Management Awareness: Effectively manages individual tasks within project timelines and Agile sprint cycles, proactively communicates risks or blockers, and collaborates with team members to ensure timely delivery of system enhancements.​

Collaboration & Communication: Effectively partners with cross-functional teams, translates business needs into technical solutions, and communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.​

Attention to Detail: Maintains a high standard of quality across configurations, integrations, and documentation, with a proactive approach to error prevention and impact awareness.​

Process Improvement Orientation: Identifies opportunities to improve system processes, automations, and workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce manual work.​

Continuous Learning and Knowledge Sharing: Actively builds technical and functional expertise in People Systems and related technologies, and shares knowledge with peers through documentation, mentoring, or process improvements.​

The designation will be Software Engineer

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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