Staff Product Analyst, Workday Payroll

Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human Identity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era. This work requires a relentless drive to solve complex challenges with real-world stakes. We are looking for builders and owners who operate with speed and urgency and execute with excellence. This is an opportunity to do career-defining work. We're all in on this mission. If you are too, let's talk. The Technology, Data, and Intelligence Team Okta is the leading independent identity provider. The Technology, Data, and Intelligence (TDI) organization is the engine that powers Okta’s global workforce, providing the technology and systems that enable our employees to do their best work. The Staff Product Analyst Opportunity Okta is seeking a Staff Product Analyst, Workday Payroll to join our People Technology Team. This is a pivotal role dedicated to the product‑led optimization of Okta’s global Workday platform. Beyond standard configuration, you will lead the end‑to‑end lifecycle of our payroll systems from strategic discovery and design to global deployment and adoption. You will act as a consultant and architect to our stakeholders in People, Payroll, IT, and Finance teams, ensuring our People Technology suite is a driver of automation and efficiency. If you are passionate about transforming the employee experience through innovative technical products, you’ll fit right in. What you'll be doing Product Strategy and Roadmap: Collaborate on the product vision and multi‑year roadmap for Workday Payroll, ensuring alignment with global People Technology and Finance team's objectives. Stakeholder Partnership: Act as a strategic partner to People, Payroll, and Finance leadership to translate complex business needs into scalable product requirements and technical specifications. End‑to‑End Solution Design: Lead the design and implementation of high‑impact integration solutions (using PECI, PICOF, and Studio) that prioritize user experience and operational efficiency. Lifecycle Management: Manage the full product lifecycle for payroll integrations, from initial discovery and requirements gathering to deployment, maintenance, and sunsetting. Data‑Driven Insights: Leverage Workday reporting and analytics to monitor system performance, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations for payroll process optimization. Vendor and Platform Management: Oversee technical relationships with third‑party vendors (e.g., ADP) to ensure seamless data flows and adherence to service level agreements. Operational Excellence: Champion continuous improvement by analyzing integration failures and proposing design changes that enhance system reliability and minimize manual intervention. Feature Adoption and Training: Drive end‑user adoption of new Workday features and integrations through the development of comprehensive documentation, user guides, and training programs. Compliance and Security: Ensure all payroll products strictly adhere to global data privacy requirements and internal security standards. What you'll bring to the role Payroll Domain Knowledge: Extensive understanding of Workday Payroll objects (GL, Paycodes, Taxes) and global HR business processes. Workday Expertise: 7+ years of experience in Workday Payroll configurations and integrations. Technical Proficiency: Strong command of REST/SOAP APIs, XML, XSLT, and JSON to guide the development of automated business logic. Analytical Skills: Advanced capability in building custom reports, dashboards, and hubs to drive data‑informed decision‑making. Strategic Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate effectively across global time zones. Problem Solving: Superior ability to troubleshoot complex system issues and design scalable solutions in a fast‑paced environment. Agile Methodology: Experience working in an Agile environment, managing backlogs, and delivering value through iterative cycles. And extra credit if you have experience in any of the following! Knowledge in other Workday modules such as Extend, Time Tracking, and Absence is a plus. Workday Certifications in Payroll, Absence, or Time Tracking. Additional requirements U.S. soil status - the employee must be on U.S. soil, which means the 50 states, the District of Columbia, or outlying areas of the United States, as defined in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 2.101, and be a U.S. person. U.S. person status - the employee must be either a U.S. citizen as defined in 42 U.S. Code * 9102; a natural person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3); or a U.S. national (i.e. includes citizens and non‑citizens born in outlying possessions such as American Samoa and Swains Island), green card holders, refugees, and asylees. Working on a U.S. visa does NOT qualify as a U.S. person. Base Salary Range (San Francisco Bay area) Between $148,000 — $203,500 USD per year. Additional compensation may include equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave). To learn more about our Total Rewards program, visit Base Salary Range (California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Washington – excluding SF Bay) Between $132,000 — $181,500 USD per year. Additional compensation may include equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave). To learn more about our Total Rewards program, visit The Okta Experience Supporting Your Well‑Being Driving Social Impact Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete any part of the job application, interview process, or onboarding please use this Form to request an accommodation. 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