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Workday Application Engineer
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University of Washington
Be part of something bigger. At the University of Washington (UW), our employees don’t just support operations—they drive innovation, equity, and global impact. As a UW employee, you join a diverse community committed to education, research, and service. Your ideas, identity, and dedication are valued here.
About UW‑IT : UW Information Technology (UW‑IT) is the central IT organization for the University of Washington, providing mission‑critical services and support to all three campuses, UW Medicine, and research initiatives worldwide. We are a strategic partner in advancing UW’s teaching, learning, and discovery goals.
Our Workday Operations team plays a key role in ensuring the University’s cloud‑based Workday platform meets the evolving needs of faculty, staff, and student workers.
About the Role We’re seeking a Workday Application Engineer to support Tier 3 Application Management within Workday Finance, specifically in the Procurement and Supply Chain areas. This role is hands‑on and collaborative—ideal for someone who enjoys digging into complex issues, making meaningful system improvements, and working with business partners to support one of the most vital platforms at the University.
What You’ll Do
Configure and maintain Workday Finance modules (Procurement, Supply Chain, Accounts Payable, Supplier Contracts)
Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues as Tier 3 support
Analyze and enhance business processes and implement system updates
Collaborate with integration and reporting teams to ensure end‑to‑end functionality
Support testing activities (manual and automated) and manage release updates
Communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
Contribute to documentation, training, and knowledge‑sharing efforts
What You Bring
3+ years of experience with enterprise SaaS platforms (Workday Finance preferred)
Experience configuring and supporting Finance systems (Procurement, Supply Chain, AP, or Supplier Contracts)
Strong skills in system troubleshooting, documentation, and testing (including automated tools like Kainos)
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, customer‑oriented environment
Experience working in Agile (Scrum or Kanban) environments
Familiarity with higher education or shared services organizations
Understanding of Workday business processes and interdependencies
Experience with knowledge base and case management tools
Why Join UW?
Purpose‑driven work that supports world‑class research, healthcare, and education
A collaborative, inclusive environment that honors diverse backgrounds and perspectives
Hybrid flexibility, with a vibrant campus‑based community in Seattle
Commitment to your growth, with opportunities to learn, contribute, and thrive.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Analyst, Consulting, and Information Technology – Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
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Workday Application Engineer
role at
University of Washington
Be part of something bigger. At the University of Washington (UW), our employees don’t just support operations—they drive innovation, equity, and global impact. As a UW employee, you join a diverse community committed to education, research, and service. Your ideas, identity, and dedication are valued here.
About UW‑IT : UW Information Technology (UW‑IT) is the central IT organization for the University of Washington, providing mission‑critical services and support to all three campuses, UW Medicine, and research initiatives worldwide. We are a strategic partner in advancing UW’s teaching, learning, and discovery goals.
Our Workday Operations team plays a key role in ensuring the University’s cloud‑based Workday platform meets the evolving needs of faculty, staff, and student workers.
About the Role We’re seeking a Workday Application Engineer to support Tier 3 Application Management within Workday Finance, specifically in the Procurement and Supply Chain areas. This role is hands‑on and collaborative—ideal for someone who enjoys digging into complex issues, making meaningful system improvements, and working with business partners to support one of the most vital platforms at the University.
What You’ll Do
Configure and maintain Workday Finance modules (Procurement, Supply Chain, Accounts Payable, Supplier Contracts)
Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues as Tier 3 support
Analyze and enhance business processes and implement system updates
Collaborate with integration and reporting teams to ensure end‑to‑end functionality
Support testing activities (manual and automated) and manage release updates
Communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
Contribute to documentation, training, and knowledge‑sharing efforts
What You Bring
3+ years of experience with enterprise SaaS platforms (Workday Finance preferred)
Experience configuring and supporting Finance systems (Procurement, Supply Chain, AP, or Supplier Contracts)
Strong skills in system troubleshooting, documentation, and testing (including automated tools like Kainos)
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, customer‑oriented environment
Experience working in Agile (Scrum or Kanban) environments
Familiarity with higher education or shared services organizations
Understanding of Workday business processes and interdependencies
Experience with knowledge base and case management tools
Why Join UW?
Purpose‑driven work that supports world‑class research, healthcare, and education
A collaborative, inclusive environment that honors diverse backgrounds and perspectives
Hybrid flexibility, with a vibrant campus‑based community in Seattle
Commitment to your growth, with opportunities to learn, contribute, and thrive.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Analyst, Consulting, and Information Technology – Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
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