Workday Data Migration Test Lead
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Job Description
Workday Data Migration Test Lead
Position: Workday Data Migration Test Lead
Duration: 12+ months (until the end of 2026)
Location: Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week in Chicago, IL (Local is preferred but will consider relocation candidates.)
JD:
We are seeking a seasoned Workday Test Lead to support a major Workday migration project. This onshore, Chicago-based role requires a hands-on leader with deep expertise in Workday testing—spanning functional testing, data migration, and configuration validation. Strong leadership and client-facing skills are essential, along with the ability to drive quality across multiple workstreams and modules.
Requirements:
- Extensive hands-on experience in Workday, particularly in data migration, Functional (HCM, Payroll), Integrations and E2E Testing.
- Strong working knowledge of HCM, Payroll, Absence, Recruiting and Compensation Workday modules.
- Proven track record in leading testing teams and managing onshore/offshore coordination.
- Prior Workday Phase 0 Project migration projects experience for large clients.
- Workday Functional Automation testing experience with any major Workday Testing automation tools (Ex: Kainos Smart Test, Opkey, TOSCA)
Nice to have:
- Background in the airline or transportation industry is a significant plus.
- Drive automation testing efforts using API testing tools like Selenium, RestAssured and ReadyAPI.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage end-to-end Workday testing efforts across various modules, including Core HCM, Payroll, Absence, Recruiting, and Compensation.
- Define and implement comprehensive test strategies, plans, and scripts.
- Conduct functional, integration, and regression testing, ensuring thorough coverage.
- Collaborate with project managers, developers, and business analysts to align testing with overall project goals.
- Identify and document defects, oversee resolution processes, and manage test-related risks.
- Provide clear and regular testing status updates to stakeholders and leadership.
- Mentor and support junior testers, ensuring quality and consistency across the team.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, best practices, and internal QA processes.
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