Vamshi D
Workday Configuration Developer
+ New Jersey, United States +1-603-***-**** # ******.*********@*****.*** ï linkedin.com/in/vamshid996 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Workday configuration and integration professional with 5+ years of experience supporting Workday Core HCM, Payroll-adjacent workflows, business process configuration, reporting, integrations, testing, data loads, documentation, and end-to-end implementation support. Experienced in gathering requirements, translating business needs into Workday configuration specifications, supporting full development lifecycle activities, validating integration inputs and outputs, and improving HR technology operations across enterprise environments. Skilled in Workday HCM, Workday business processes, EIB data loads, integrations, reporting, tenant configuration, sandbox testing, change management documentation, issue resolution, end-user support, and cross-functional business partner interaction. Strong background partnering with HR, IT, Finance, vendors, and business leaders to optimize Workday processes, support release activity, maintain audit-ready documentation, and improve system reliability. Prepared to support Core HCM, Payroll, Time, Absence, Benefits, Compensation, Talent, integrations, reporting, international payroll readiness, and Workday configuration initiatives within a controlled systems environment. TECHNICAL SKILLS
Workday Configuration:
Workday Core HCM, Workday Business Processes, Tenant Configuration, Business Process Configuration, Workday Payroll Support, Time and Absence Support, Benefits Support, Compensation Support Implementation Support:
End-to-End Workday Implementations, Full Development Lifecycle, Requirements Gathering, Business Partner Interaction, Solution Design, System Standards, Change Management, Post-Launch Support Integrations and Data:
Workday Integrations, EIB Data Loads, Integration Testing, Data Mapping, Data Transformation, API Integrations, Workday Studio, Core Connectors, Transactional Data Validation Reporting and Auditing:
Workday Reports, Report Development, Configuration Audit Reports, Business Objects, Data Sources, Data Validation, Data Reconciliation, Advanced Excel, Power BI, Tableau Testing and Release Support:
Sandbox Testing, UAT, Regression Testing, Integration Input and Output Testing, Release Validation, Defect Tracking, Issue Resolution, Pre-Launch and Post-Launch Support Governance and Documenta-
tion: Technology Specifications, Configuration Documentation, Audit Controls, Compliance Documentation, SOPs, Testing Evidence, Security Framework Awareness, Workday Community Engagement Tools and Platforms:
Workday, SQL, Windows, Postman, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, External System Connectivity, Cloud-Based Multi-Tenant Systems
WORK EXPERIENCE
Workday Configuration Developer May 2024 – Present KPMG
Configured and supported Workday Core HCM business processes, reporting, integrations, and tenant administration activities by translating HR, Finance, IT, and business requirements into scalable solutions that reduced processing delays by 20%. Partnered with business stakeholders and technical teams to gather requirements, define scope, document solution options, validate timelines, and deliver Workday configuration changes aligned with operational needs and controlled system standards. Supported end-to-end Workday implementation activities by contributing to requirements analysis, configuration design, integration development, testing cycles, documentation maintenance, deployment preparation, and post-launch issue resolution. Built and validated Workday integrations using API connectivity, data mapping, transformation logic, validation controls, and structured testing practices, improving downstream data consistency and reliability across connected enterprise applications. Performed Workday administrative functions including configuration updates, report adjustments, data validation, integration review, documentation maintenance, and production troubleshooting to support stable HR technology operations. Coordinated sandbox testing, UAT, regression validation, integration input and output review, release testing, and post-deployment checks, reducing production risk through structured evidence and disciplined defect tracking. Developed Workday reports and audit views to evaluate configuration effectiveness, monitor data quality, identify process exceptions, and support informed decisions by HR, Finance, IT, and business partners. Supported EIB-related data load activities by validating file structures, reviewing transactional changes, confirming input and output behavior, and documenting results for repeatable Workday data management processes. Created technology specifications, configuration records, mapping documents, test scripts, SOPs, troubleshooting guides, and change management evidence that strengthened audit readiness and repeatability across Workday initiatives. Reviewed business procedures and workflows to identify underused Workday features, configuration gaps, manual workarounds, and efficiency opportunities, recommending process improvements that supported stronger employee experience outcomes. Acted as functional and technical support for Workday enhancements by researching issues, prioritizing fixes, validating configuration changes, communicating impacts, and helping business partners understand system behavior. Automated recurring monitoring and reporting activities with Workday reports, Excel, and dashboard tools, reducing manual effort by more than 35% while improving visibility into configuration, integration, and data issues. HRIS Configuration Analyst August 2020 – October 2023 Accenture
Supported Workday HCM configuration, integrations, reporting, and data management initiatives by gathering requirements, mapping fields, validating outputs, documenting specifications, and assisting production teams with HRIS support activities. Collaborated with HR, IT, and business stakeholders to clarify system requirements, evaluate workflow dependencies, document configuration decisions, and align Workday solutions with enterprise HR process needs. Assisted with Workday business process configuration, API connectivity, transformation rules, validation controls, and reporting updates, improving data exchange accuracy across connected HR, finance, and vendor-supported applications. Participated in Workday implementation and enhancement lifecycles by supporting design discussions, configuration review, test planning, deployment validation, issue tracking, and documentation updates for assigned HRIS deliverables. Performed unit testing, UAT, regression testing, integration validation, defect tracking, and post-change verification for Workday updates, helping teams confirm functionality before production deployment. Investigated Workday errors and data discrepancies by reviewing process outputs, source records, validation failures, report results, integration behavior, configuration settings, and downstream system dependencies. Developed Workday reports and Excel dashboards that tracked process performance, integration exceptions, data quality trends, unresolved support items, and recurring configuration questions for business stakeholders. Maintained data integrity through recurring audits, reconciliation checks, exception management, validation controls, confidential data handling, and documented correction procedures across integrated Workday processes. Supported Workday upgrades and feature release activities by reviewing requirements, preparing test cases, recording outcomes, coordinating issue resolution, and updating configuration documentation with technical teams. Created process documentation, data mappings, configuration notes, testing evidence, workflow diagrams, user procedures, and troubleshooting guides to support consistent Workday operations and knowledge transfer. Delivered end-user support by preparing practical guidance on Workday reporting, process changes, ticket escalation, data quality review, and recurring HRIS procedures for business and technical users. Identified recurring system inefficiencies through ticket analysis, stakeholder feedback, audit findings, and operational review, recommending automation and workflow improvements that strengthened reliability, scalability, and service experience. KEY CONTRIBUTIONS
Improved Workday configuration effectiveness by strengthening requirements gathering, business process review, sandbox testing, validation routines, and documentation practices across Core HCM and connected enterprise workflows. Reduced recurring Workday monitoring effort by more than 35% through automated reports, Excel models, dashboard outputs, and reusable review processes supporting production and configuration activities. Strengthened implementation readiness by supporting design discussions, configuration documentation, integration validation, test planning, defect tracking, deployment preparation, and post-launch support for Workday enhancements. Increased Workday system reliability by analyzing recurring defects, data load issues, integration failures, workflow bottlenecks, report behavior, and configuration dependencies across enterprise support processes. Enhanced data management quality by supporting EIB validation, transactional input and output review, reconciliation routines, audit reporting, exception tracking, and documented correction procedures. Improved business partner support by translating system requirements into clear configuration specifications, test scripts, solution documentation, user guidance, and support procedures for technical and non-technical audiences. Expanded reporting value by developing Workday reports, audit views, Excel dashboards, and data validation outputs that helped stakeholders monitor configuration effectiveness and process performance. Standardized Workday governance by maintaining technology specifications, configuration notes, mapping records, testing evidence, troubleshooting instructions, and change documentation aligned with audit and compliance expectations. EDUCATION
Rivier University
Master’s Degree - Computer Science
CERTIFICATIONS
Workday Pro HCM Certification
Workday Payroll Certification
Workday Integration Certification
Workday Business Process Configuration Certification Workday Report Writer Certification
Workday Studio Certification