Workday Integration Sr Analyst (Location Flexible)

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM. We are seeking a senior, hands-on integration engineer with deep Workday expertise and strong system-agnostic integration and software engineering fundamentals. This role is responsible for designing, building, and troubleshooting API-driven integrations between Workday and enterprise platforms. Workday serves as the system of record, while Microsoft Power Automate and other tools act as orchestration and execution layers. The ideal candidate combines: deep knowledge of Workday APIs, data structures, and business process behavior, and a strong understanding of integration architecture and engineering principles that apply across any system or platform. Responsibilities Design and implement Workday integrations using:Workday REST APIsWorkday SOAP APIs (Web Services)Workday data model and business process logic Construct and troubleshoot:XML payloads and API requestsAPI responses and error handlingAuthentication, security, and integration context Build integrations that follow sound engineering principles:Explicit validation prior to write-backDeterministic execution and predictable outcomesRobust error handling and retry strategiesFull observability including logging and audit trails Diagnose integration issues by analyzing:Raw API request and response dataWorkday Business Process state and configurationData integrity and sequencing issues across systems Partner with engineering teams to support orchestration patterns using tools such as:Power AutomateAPI layersWorkflow and automation platforms Ensure integrations respect system boundaries:Workday enforces business rules and approval flowsExternal systems orchestrate, not override system-of-record logic Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree OR a significant amount of directly related work experience beyond the minimum required for the position 4+ years hands-on Workday integration experienceStrong expertise in:Workday SOAP APIs (Web Services)Workday REST APIsWorkday data model and object relationshipsWorkday Business Process-controlled API behaviorProven ability to:Construct API requests manually when neededTroubleshoot failures at the request/response levelDebug integrations without relying on Studio abstraction layersStrong understanding of:XML structure, namespaces, and schema validationIntegration security (ISU, ISSG)Authentication and API connectivity patternsMust demonstrate strong fundamentals in integration and software engineering, including:Designing integrations that are:Deterministic and predictableResilient to failureObservable and auditableUnderstanding of core integration patterns:API-driven architectureRequest/response vs event-driven modelsOrchestration vs system-of-record responsibilityAbility to:Define validation layers before system updatesDesign safe retry strategies without duplicating or corrupting dataIsolate failures across multi-system workflows At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits. We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs. 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If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com. RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate. RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information. At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Compensation Range: $95,400 - $163,900 Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.