Project Management Real-Time

Teja babu namala

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Summary

With over 10 years of Workday experience, I specialize in designing, developing, and implementing commercial applications, focusing on HCM, Compensation, Recruiting, and Benefits. I have led full lifecycle HR and Financials projects, building complex integrations using Workday Studio, EIBs, and Core Connectors. My expertise includes security configuration, audit reporting, and compliance with 401(k) regulations, along with advanced report development. I excel at navigating complex organizational structures, providing technical mentorship, and driving successful implementations.

Key Accomplishments

Led full-cycle Workday HR and Financial implementations, managing complex integrations across payroll, benefits, and external systems to enhance data accuracy and compliance.

Successfully developed and deployed Workday integrations using Studio, EIBs, Core Connectors, and APIs, ensuring seamless data exchange and real-time synchronization with third-party vendors.

Optimized business processes and security configurations, enhancing workflow efficiency and safeguarding sensitive employee and organizational data. Hands-on experience in JIRA for managing Workday implementation tasks, including issue tracking, project management, and sprint planning.

Built advanced, matrix, and composite reports and dashboards for both HCM and Financials, improving decision-making and data-driven insights for business leaders.

Delivered global payroll solutions through PECI and PICOF integrations, supporting multi-country operations and ensuring accurate, compliant payroll data processing.

Technical Skills

●Tools - Workday Studio, Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB), Core Connectors, Workday Orchestrate, Cloud Connectors.

●Integration Tools: Workday Studio, Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB), Core Connectors, Workday Orchestrate, Cloud Connectors.

●Reporting Tools: Workday Report Writer, Calculated Fields, Advanced, Matrix, and Composite Reporting, Workday Studio Report Designer.

●Testing: Unit Testing, System Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Regression Testing, Smoke Testing.

●Workday Security: Role-Based Security, Segment-Based Security, User-Based Security, Integration Security Groups (ISSG).

● ERP: Workday (HCM, Benefits, Compensation, Talent Management, Absence Management, Time Tracking, Payroll, Financials), PeopleSoft.

Professional Experience

Walmart Feb 2023—Present

Sr. HRIS Workday Analyst

Requirements Analysis and Design

Conducted detailed analysis of user requirements through interviews and brainstorming sessions to design Workday integrations tailored to business needs.

Developed system architectures and data mapping for complex integrations, ensuring accurate data flow between Workday and external systems.

Developed custom applications using Workday Extend, creating tailored solutions for unique business needs, such as expense management, employee feedback tools, and specialized workflows.

Import data from various external sources into Workday Prism Analytics, ensuring compatibility and seamless integration with Workday.

Configured and enforced security policies for imported data, ensuring appropriate access control within Workday Prism.

Developed integrations in Workday Extend that enabled real-time synchronization with external systems, supporting timely data exchange for payroll, benefits, and HR functions.

Designed user-friendly interfaces for custom applications in Workday Extend, focusing on intuitive navigation and enhancing the user experience for HR and Finance stakeholders..

Stakeholder Collaboration and Security Planning

Collaborated with stakeholders across HR, Payroll, and IT to ensure alignment on integration and data security strategies.

Worked with security teams to configure Workday security roles and permissions, protecting sensitive payroll and employee data.

Build and maintain Prism data pipelines to automate data workflows, ensuring timely updates and accuracy for analytics.

Developed and configure custom data models to align external data with Workday’s internal schema for unified analytics.

Planned and implemented secure data transmission protocols (SFTP, ISU accounts) for external integrations, ensuring compliance with internal security policies.

Conducted regular meetings with stakeholders to provide updates on integration progress and address security concerns proactively.

Security Tools and Reporting

Integrated Workday Extend applications with external systems through REST and SOAP APIs, enabling seamless data flow and real-time updates between Workday and third-party applications.

Created complex reports and dashboards that combine Prism data with native Workday data, providing comprehensive insights.

Developed custom audit and compliance reports for 401(k) deductions, benefits administration, and payroll, ensuring adherence to IRS and DOL regulations.

Regularly reviewed and enhanced security measures within integrations, safeguarding sensitive financial and employee data.

Built custom reports and dashboards integrated within Workday Extend applications, providing real-time insights and visualizations to support decision-making.

Used data transformation and validation logic within Workday Extend to ensure data accuracy and consistency when transferring data between applications and core Workday modules.

Generated detailed reports on security configurations and access controls, providing stakeholders with insights into system integrity.

Agile Collaboration and Requirement Management

Worked closely with product owners and cross-functional teams to refine user stories and clarify integration requirements, ensuring smooth project execution in an Agile environment.

Collaborated in daily stand-up meetings to track progress, resolve blockers, and ensure timely delivery of Workday integrations and reports.

Utilized tools like Data Sync, Data Prep, and Prism Analytics to integrate and prepare data effectively.

Collaborate with business teams (HR, Finance, IT) to understand data and reporting needs, translating them into technical solutions within Prism.

Worked closely with Workday developers, data engineers, and analytics teams to ensure seamless data flows and cohesive reporting.

Configured role-based security in Workday Extend to protect sensitive data, ensuring that custom applications align with organizational data security and privacy policies.

Managed project scope and timelines by continuously refining and prioritizing backlog items in collaboration with business stakeholders.

Provided technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, ensuring adherence to best practices and Agile principles.

Automation and Productivity Improvement

Automated bulk data import/export processes using EIBs, improving the efficiency and accuracy of payroll, compensation, and employee data updates.

Resolved issues related to data ingestion, pipeline execution, or Prism application errors.

Streamlined HR and payroll workflows by implementing condition rules within Workday, reducing manual interventions and improving overall process efficiency.

Designed and automated real-time integrations with third-party systems using Workday Studio, SOAP, and REST APIs, minimizing data processing time.

Key Results

Achieved seamless data synchronization across Workday and external payroll systems, enhancing operational efficiency and accuracy.

Successfully implemented global payroll solutions, ensuring compliance with multi-country regulations and accurate payroll data transmission.

Increased productivity by automating recurring HR and payroll tasks, significantly reducing manual efforts and errors.

Delivered complex, custom reports and dashboards that provided actionable insights, empowering leadership to make data-driven decisions.

Wipro Dec 2020-Nov 2022

Senior Workday Developer

Requirements Analysis and Design

Analyzed and designed custom integrations for payroll, benefits, and expense modules, ensuring compliance with regional payroll regulations in the US, Canada, and China.

Gathered and documented business requirements for payroll and financial integrations, translating them into technical designs for Workday Studio and EIB integrations.

Developed integration workflows and data mapping for secure handling of MasterCard transactions and 401(k) processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Configured compliance tracking and audit features within Workday Extend applications to meet regulatory standards and internal audit requirements.

Worked with stakeholders to define technical specifications for PECI and PICOF integrations, supporting payroll transmission across global regions.

Conducted performance tuning for Extend applications, ensuring efficient processing of complex data operations and reducing load times.

Stakeholder Collaboration and Onboarding

Collaborated with payroll, finance, and IT stakeholders to align on integration requirements, ensuring that payroll and expense data flowed seamlessly between Workday and external systems.

Worked closely with security teams to implement segment-based security models, protecting sensitive payroll and financial data during the transmission process.

Conducted regular meetings with international payroll vendors (TMF and ADP) to ensure alignment on global payroll data exchange and compliance with local regulations.

Provided integration expertise to stakeholders, offering guidance on configuring secure data transmissions and safeguarding employee financial data.

Database Design and Data Management

Designed and developed database structures for payroll and financial integrations, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval in Workday for US, Canada, and global payroll systems.

Leveraged Workday’s web services to enable secure data exchange between Workday Extend applications and external systems, supporting diverse business use cases.

Managed the entire lifecycle of Extend applications, from design and development to testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance.

Managed data mapping between Workday and downstream financial systems, ensuring seamless and accurate journal entry transmission through custom G/L integrations.

Defined data models for secure handling of sensitive financial data (e.g., MasterCard transactions) across multiple regions, including China, ensuring compliance with local data protection standards.

Guidewire Insurance Suite Implementation

Worked closely with stakeholders to integrate Workday with Guidewire Insurance Suite, ensuring accurate data flow for payroll, benefits, and expense modules.

Developed custom integrations to map employee demographic and organizational data from Workday to Guidewire, supporting HR and payroll processes for the insurance industry.

Created user stories and workflows for the integration of employee data between Workday and Guidewire, ensuring accurate claims processing for employees and external vendors.

Collaborated with IT teams to ensure smooth data exchange between the Workday system and Guidewire’s billing and claims platforms.

Workflow Analysis and System Integration

Analyzed and optimized payroll and expense workflows, integrating Workday with third-party financial systems (e.g., ADP, Citi, and Saba) to improve data flow and reduce manual processes.

Conducted system analysis to ensure that Workday integrations supported efficient payroll reconciliation for Canada, including compliance with local tax regulations.

Customized various Workday modules (such as HCM, Financials, and Payroll) to align with unique business requirements, utilizing calculated fields, condition rules, and EIBs.

Used Workday Studio alongside Workday Extend to create complex integrations that required advanced data transformation and multi-system connectivity.

Identified gaps in the current integration processes and proposed workflow improvements to ensure timely data exchange and synchronization between Workday and external systems.

Worked closely with business units and technical teams to streamline the data transformation process, ensuring efficient system integration and reduced processing times.

Customer Service and Support

Provided ongoing integration support for Workday modules, resolving technical issues related to payroll, benefits, and expense data transmissions.

Ensured compliance with tax and reporting regulations by assisting clients in troubleshooting integration errors and data discrepancies for US, Canada, and international payrolls.

Delivered post-implementation support for Workday integrations, addressing user requests and modifying integrations based on evolving business needs.

Collaboration with Insurance Teams

Worked alongside insurance teams to gather requirements for HR and payroll data integration with Workday, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

Supported integration with insurance vendors by developing custom Workday Studio integrations, allowing for seamless data exchange between Workday and insurance platforms.

Conducted workshops with insurance agents, underwriters, and claim adjusters to demonstrate the use of custom integrations, improving data accuracy for payroll and insurance claims.

Key Achievements

Successfully delivered complex payroll and financial integrations, ensuring compliance with regional tax regulations in the US, Canada, and global markets.

Improved data accuracy and streamlined payroll processes by developing automated workflows and custom integrations, reducing manual intervention by 30%.

Enhanced system security by creating segment-based security groups and implementing role-based access models, safeguarding critical integration functionalities.

Developed custom 401(k) integrations for seamless retirement plan management, ensuring compliance with IRS and DOL regulations for US and Canadian employees.

First Group America Sept 2019–Dec 2020

Workday Developer

Requirements Analysis and Design

Gathered detailed business requirements from HR, payroll, and IT teams to design customized Workday integrations for employee data, payroll, and benefits management.

Developed technical specifications for Workday Studio, EIB, and Core Connector integrations, ensuring accurate data mapping and transformation between Workday and external systems.

Designed comprehensive data workflows and mapping strategies using XML, XSLT, and JSON to ensure smooth and error-free data exchange during integration processes.

Created and implemented test plans, conducting unit and system testing to ensure that the integrations met functional requirements and adhered to business rules.

Stakeholder Collaboration and Security Planning

Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including payroll, finance, and IT, to gather integration requirements, ensuring alignment with business needs and security protocols.

Worked closely with security teams to define and configure role-based access control (RBAC) and segment-based security models, ensuring that sensitive payroll and employee data was protected.

Partnered with external vendors and internal stakeholders to manage secure data exchanges, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards for data security.

Conducted regular security reviews and stakeholder meetings to address any potential vulnerabilities in the integration processes and implement enhancements as needed.

Security Tools and Reporting

Utilized Workday's security frameworks and web services (SOAP, REST) to ensure secure and reliable data transmission between Workday and external systems.

Developed and managed audit reports for payroll, benefits, and financial integrations, providing real-time visibility into data flows and ensuring compliance with security and regulatory standards.

Implemented security controls for integration processes, including secure file transfers (SFTP) and encryption protocols, to safeguard sensitive information during data exchanges.

Generated reports for stakeholders on data security performance, highlighting successful integration processes and any areas requiring additional security measures.

Agile Collaboration and Requirement Management

Collaborated in an Agile environment with product owners, developers, and QA teams to refine user stories and prioritize integration tasks, ensuring timely delivery of Workday integration solutions.

Participated in daily stand-ups and sprint planning sessions to address integration challenges, align on project goals, and track progress against delivery timelines.

Ensured that functional and technical requirements were accurately documented and communicated to development teams, facilitating clear understanding and execution of Workday integration projects.

Automation and Productivity Improvement

Automated the import/export of employees and payroll data using EIBs and Core Connectors, reducing manual data handling and increasing processing efficiency by 30%.

Designed automated workflows in Workday Studio to handle complex data transformations, minimizing errors and ensuring real-time data synchronization with external systems.

Streamlined reporting processes by automating the generation and distribution of compliance and audit reports, improving transparency and reducing administrative burden.

Implemented automated data validation steps within integrations to ensure data accuracy and compliance with business and regulatory requirements, enhancing overall productivity.

Key Results

Successfully delivered seamless integrations across HR, payroll, and benefits systems, enhancing data flow and reducing manual intervention by 40%.

Improved data accuracy and compliance by implementing automated validation checks and secure transmission protocols within Workday integrations.

Provided stakeholders with comprehensive reporting and visibility into integration processes, improving decision-making and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Revantage Aug 2016 – Sep 2019

Workday Integration developer

Requirements Analysis and Design

Collaborated with HR, payroll, and IT teams to gather detailed requirements for Workday integrations, translating business needs into technical specifications for data exchange and automation.

Designed custom integrations using Workday Studio, Core Connectors, and EIBs, ensuring accurate data mapping and seamless communication between Workday and third-party systems.

Developed detailed workflows for secure data transmission, focusing on data accuracy and integrity across payroll, benefits, and HR processes.

Created comprehensive testing strategies, including unit, integration, and UAT, to validate Workday integrations, ensuring they met the requirements and business objectives.

Stakeholder Collaboration and Security Planning

Worked closely with key stakeholders, including HR, IT, and external vendors, to ensure alignment on integration requirements, security protocols, and data exchange processes.

Coordinated with security teams to design and implement role-based security models, ensuring appropriate access to sensitive data for payroll and benefits integrations.

Regularly engaged with stakeholders to provide updates on integration progress and troubleshoot any security-related concerns, ensuring secure and compliant data transfers.

Developed security plans for file transfers using SFTP, ensuring secure and encrypted data exchange between Workday and external systems.

Security Tools and Reporting

Utilized SOAP and REST APIs to ensure secure, real-time data exchanges between Workday and external systems, enhancing security and compliance with regulatory standards.

Developed custom audit and compliance reports for payroll and benefits integrations, ensuring adherence to internal security policies and external regulatory requirements.

Configured security controls for data exchanges, including encrypted file transfers and role-based access, to protect sensitive employee and payroll information.

Provided stakeholders with security reports and recommendations, ensuring that integration processes remain secure and compliant with industry’s best practices.

Agile Collaboration and Requirement Management

Actively participated in Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups and sprint planning, to ensure timely delivery of integration tasks and alignment with business priorities.

Worked closely with product owners and developers to refine integration requirements, creating detailed user stories that captured functional needs and technical specifications.

Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to ensure that Workday integrations met business requirements, tracking progress and addressing any blockers or technical issues.

Regularly updated stakeholders on sprint progress, ensuring transparency and managing any changes in scope or requirements efficiently.

Automation and Productivity Improvement

Automated data transfer processes using EIBs and Core Connectors, reducing manual intervention and improving efficiency for payroll, benefits, and employee data updates.

Developed automated workflows within Workday Studio to handle complex data transformations, streamlining the integration process and reducing processing times.

Implemented automated data validation steps, ensuring data integrity and compliance before transferring between Workday and external systems.

Optimized existing integrations by continuously monitoring performance and applying enhancements to minimize processing times and improve overall system efficiency.

Key Results

Successfully delivered complex Workday integrations, ensuring seamless data exchange between Workday and external payroll and benefits systems, reducing manual efforts by 30%.

Improved data security and compliance by implementing encrypted file transfers and role-based access controls, protecting sensitive employee and financial data.

Increased integration efficiency by automating key processes, reducing processing times and enhancing data accuracy for payroll and benefits operations.

Ensured timely delivery of Workday integration updates, keeping integration functional and up to date with the latest Workday releases and client requirements.

Boeing Jun 2014 – Jul 2016

Workday Integrations Specialist

Requirements Analysis and Design

Conducted detailed requirements gathering with HR, Finance, and Payroll teams to design and implement custom Workday configurations and integrations that met specific business needs.

Developed custom solutions for HCM, Financials, Payroll, and Benefits modules, translating business requirements into technical designs using Workday Studio, EIB, and Core Connectors.

Created technical specifications and data mapping for migrating legacy data into Workday, ensuring accurate and complete transformation across systems.

Designed and optimized business processes (e.g., hire, terminations, compensation adjustments) to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.

Stakeholder Collaboration and Security Planning

Collaborated with HR, Finance, and IT stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment on system configuration, data security, and integration processes.

Worked closely with security teams to define security roles and permissions within Workday, ensuring the protection of sensitive employee data and proper access control.

Planned and implemented security measures, including secure file transfers (SFTP) and encrypted data exchange using SOAP and REST APIs, to safeguard payroll and financial data.

Security Tools and Reporting

Utilized SOAP and REST APIs for secure data exchange between Workday and external systems, ensuring the protection of sensitive information during integrations.

Developed custom security reports and dashboards using Workday Report Writer and Calculated Fields to monitor data access, identify potential vulnerabilities, and support compliance efforts.

Configured role-based security models within Workday, ensuring appropriate access levels for different user groups while protecting critical HR and payroll data.

Created audit trails and compliance reports to provide visibility into integration security and access control measures, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards.

Agile Collaboration and Requirement Management

Collaborated in Agile development sprints, working with cross-functional teams to refine user stories and prioritize integration and configuration tasks based on business requirements.

I participated in daily stand-ups and sprint planning sessions to ensure alignment on integration objectives and track progress toward timely project delivery.

Coordinated with product owners and stakeholders to manage changing requirements, ensuring successful delivery of Workday solutions within sprint timelines.

Provided technical guidance to junior developers and team members, ensuring adherence to Agile best practices and Workday standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Automation and Productivity Improvement

Automated manual data entry processes using Workday’s Core Connectors and EIBs, reducing processing times and increasing data accuracy for payroll and employee data updates.

Developed automated workflows for 401(k) loan management, including disbursements, repayments, and tracking, improving the accuracy and efficiency of retirement plan management.

Streamlined reporting processes by developing custom reports and dashboards, enabling HR and Finance teams to make data-driven decisions more quickly.

Key Results

Delivered custom integrations and configurations significantly improved operational efficiency and data accuracy, reducing manual intervention by 40%.

Enhanced data security and compliance by implementing role-based access controls and encrypted data exchanges, ensuring the protection of sensitive payroll and financial information.

Successfully migrated legacy data into Workday, ensuring accurate and seamless data transformation across HR and Financial modules.

Increased productivity through automation, reducing payroll and benefits processing times by 30%, while ensuring ongoing alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

Education

Master’s Degree from Indiana Wesleyan University in Information Technology

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