Workday Senior Testing AnalystLocation: Charlotte, NC - 2 days per week in office, Duration: 10 monthsJob DescriptionJob Title: Senior Testing Analyst - Business Area: HRTo be filled out by Compensation:Job Code: - Job Tier: - Job Family: Quality Assurance - FLSA:Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesUnderstanding Workday HCM Modules (Core HCM, Compensation, Advance Compensation, Absence, Time, Payroll, Benefits, Learning, performance, and Recruiting) requirements and test processesUnderstanding of Workday Integrations, Workday Reporting, Prism, Workforce Analytics, and People Analytics functionsWorkday Adaptive Planning knowledge is preferredDevelop and execute identified test scenarios and test cases for Workforce Analytics Reports and DashboardsTesting Workday business processes End-to-End from recruit-to-retireFollow QC Testing ProcessPerform defect identification, reporting, and managementDetermine verification methods, pre-test reviews, and collaborates during test planning and execution with test teamPlan & coordinate for timely availability of the test data & environmentsProactively communicate and collaborate with project teams, test teams and support partners across US & IndiaEnsure that all posttest execution wrap up activities are conducted for projects per procedure / requirementsAbility to handle multiple tasks and to work independently as well as in a team settingIdentify & drive the improvement opportunities in the QA spaceProactively communicate and collaborate with the other QA & non-QA teamsExcellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to partner with business, HRIS teams including technical and non-technical at all levelsFunctional KnowledgeDesired Experience: Experience with the Workday ecosystem including both technical and functional aspects of Workday, specializing in Workday Prism Reports and Dashboards, integrations, generic Workday Reporting, HR Core, Recruiting, Security group and Business processExcellent in SQL and data analysis skillsProficient in HCM modules like Core HCM, Benefits, Compensation, Staffing, Recruiting, Payroll, Security Groups, Absence Management, Performance, Learning, Recruiting, Talent Management and Time TrackingExperience working on either Oracle Fusion HCM, PeopleSoft HR, JD Edwards or E Business SuiteHave excellent knowledge of integration skills to Test Design and execute in various tools like PRISM, Workday Studio, Core Connectors, Enterprise Interface Builder (EIBs), Web Services, REST APIs, RaaS APIs, WSDLs, Payroll Integration Common Output File (PICOFs) or Payroll Effective Change Interface (PECI)Strong understanding in End to End Workday business process testingHaving knowledge on Adaptive Insights, PRISM, Workday Studio, Core Connectors, EIBs, PICOFs or PECIsStrong Experience with web service integrations (SOAP, WSDL, XML, XSLT)Excellent report writing skills in executing reports in all types, Advanced, Matrix, Workday Report Designer (BIRT), Dashboard, etc.Ability to understand HCM Workday load data Conversion loadsExperience in System Integration, Regression and End-to-end testing HCM ApplicationsWorkforce Management, ESS and Client and Security set-up for HRMust have Understanding and testing experience on Workday RecruitingExperience using Genie Workday Automation Tool is preferredMust have an understanding of the limitations and opportunities presented by Workday HCMAdvantage if candidate has Workday Security knowledgeExperience working in an Agile/Scrum/Waterfall development processEstablish and evolve formal QA processes, ensuring that the team is using industry-accepted best practicesOversee all aspects of quality assurance including establishing metrics, applying industry best practices, and developing new tools and processes to ensure quality goals are metGood SDLC, Agile Testing, Automation, Test Driven Dev methodologiesDefect Management tool HPQC/ALMProficiency in defect triage callsTechnical SkillsGood understanding of data warehouse and ETL process; and related testing processesGood understanding on Batch processes and related testingExcellent in SQL and data analysis skillsExcellent in MS excel and other MS office applicationsAutomation Scripting Experience QTP, Selenium, ETL Validator or similar toolsetTesting Certifications Ex: Workday, HCM Applications, ISTQB, Automation Certifications and Oracle Certifications etc.Qualification & Industry ExpertiseExperience: 5 to 8 years of Workday Testing Experience (Sr Team Members)Qualification: Graduation in Computer Engineering or related subjects