University of Washington
SENIOR WORKDAY APPLICATION SYSTEM ENGINEER
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
SENIOR WORKDAY APPLICATION SYSTEM ENGINEER
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Department: UW INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Appointing Department Web Address: https://it.uw.edu/uw-it/
Posting Date: 07/24/2025
Closing Info: Open Until Filled
Salary: $8,269 - $13,437 per month
Shift: First Shift
Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230119_a11y.pdf)
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Make an Impact at the University of Washington – Join UW-IT as a Senior Workday Application System Engineer
As a UW employee, you’ll be part of a world-class institution driving innovation, discovery, and positive change in our communities and around the globe. At UW Information Technology (UW-IT), we support this mission by providing critical technology services to students, faculty, staff, and researchers across all three campuses and UW Medicine.
We’re currently seeking a Senior Workday Application System Engineer to join our dynamic Workday Finance Application Management team. This team plays a crucial role in supporting the university’s Workday Finance platform, with a focus on modules like Procurement, Grants, Banking/Settlement, and Core Finance.
In this role, you will:
Lead Tier 3 support for Workday Finance—specifically in Grants—troubleshooting complex issues and driving resolution.
Configure and maintain the Workday application to meet evolving university needs.
Collaborate with technical and business teams to ensure system functionality, accuracy, and compliance.
Analyze business processes, evaluate improvement opportunities, and implement enhancements.
Support system testing, documentation, and training efforts to ensure smooth operations.
We’re looking for someone with:
Four years experience with SaaS products such as Workday Finance with increasing responsibilities in project management. Experience working with enterprise Finance systems and the configuration and maintenance thereof, including working specifically with the Workday Finance (or similar), with primary focus on Grants. Experience analyzing complex Finance business processes and documenting requirements. Experience supporting system testing and/or data validation activities, including developing and maintaining manual and automated test scripts. Experience with reporting, data, and security in a SaaS environment. Demonstrated ability to understand business and technical design considerations and facilitate problem solving/issue resolution in the context of a customer service frame. Ability to communicate clearly, in writing and in verbal presentations, to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience interacting with customers, including resolution of complex inquiries and efficient performance during high-volume timeframes. Experience providing production support of mission critical systems. Demonstrated excellent communication skills, technical documentation skills, communication skills, and personal interaction abilities.Thrives in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Why Join UW-IT? Work in a hybrid environment with supportive, mission-driven colleagues.Contribute to meaningful, large-scale systems that support teaching, learning, and research.Be part of a workplace where your background, perspectives, and experiences are respected and valued.This position is currently funded through 2028, with continuation dependent on performance and funding.Apply today and help shape the future of finance technology at one of the top public universities in the world. Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Seniority level
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SENIOR WORKDAY APPLICATION SYSTEM ENGINEER
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University of Washington SENIOR WORKDAY APPLICATION SYSTEM ENGINEER
1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
SENIOR WORKDAY APPLICATION SYSTEM ENGINEER
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University of Washington Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Req #: 248185
Department: UW INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Appointing Department Web Address: https://it.uw.edu/uw-it/
Posting Date: 07/24/2025
Closing Info: Open Until Filled
Salary: $8,269 - $13,437 per month
Shift: First Shift
Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230119_a11y.pdf)
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Make an Impact at the University of Washington – Join UW-IT as a Senior Workday Application System Engineer
As a UW employee, you’ll be part of a world-class institution driving innovation, discovery, and positive change in our communities and around the globe. At UW Information Technology (UW-IT), we support this mission by providing critical technology services to students, faculty, staff, and researchers across all three campuses and UW Medicine.
We’re currently seeking a Senior Workday Application System Engineer to join our dynamic Workday Finance Application Management team. This team plays a crucial role in supporting the university’s Workday Finance platform, with a focus on modules like Procurement, Grants, Banking/Settlement, and Core Finance.
In this role, you will:
Lead Tier 3 support for Workday Finance—specifically in Grants—troubleshooting complex issues and driving resolution.
Configure and maintain the Workday application to meet evolving university needs.
Collaborate with technical and business teams to ensure system functionality, accuracy, and compliance.
Analyze business processes, evaluate improvement opportunities, and implement enhancements.
Support system testing, documentation, and training efforts to ensure smooth operations.
We’re looking for someone with:
Four years experience with SaaS products such as Workday Finance with increasing responsibilities in project management. Experience working with enterprise Finance systems and the configuration and maintenance thereof, including working specifically with the Workday Finance (or similar), with primary focus on Grants. Experience analyzing complex Finance business processes and documenting requirements. Experience supporting system testing and/or data validation activities, including developing and maintaining manual and automated test scripts. Experience with reporting, data, and security in a SaaS environment. Demonstrated ability to understand business and technical design considerations and facilitate problem solving/issue resolution in the context of a customer service frame. Ability to communicate clearly, in writing and in verbal presentations, to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience interacting with customers, including resolution of complex inquiries and efficient performance during high-volume timeframes. Experience providing production support of mission critical systems. Demonstrated excellent communication skills, technical documentation skills, communication skills, and personal interaction abilities.Thrives in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Why Join UW-IT? Work in a hybrid environment with supportive, mission-driven colleagues.Contribute to meaningful, large-scale systems that support teaching, learning, and research.Be part of a workplace where your background, perspectives, and experiences are respected and valued.This position is currently funded through 2028, with continuation dependent on performance and funding.Apply today and help shape the future of finance technology at one of the top public universities in the world. Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
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