Staff HRIS Analyst

Overview AppFolio is more than a company. We’re a community of dreamers, big thinkers, problem solvers, active listeners, and multipliers. At every opportunity, we set the pace while delivering innovation built to carry real estate into the future. One in which every experience feels effortless, yet meaningful. Where customers are empowered to take on any opportunity. We show up as one team, connected by our values to be a force for good. Because together, we have the power to create extraordinary outcomes for our customers, our communities, and ourselves. We are looking for a Staff HRIS Analyst who will serve as a senior technical lead within our HR Technology team. This role is designed for a Workday expert who thrives at the intersection of complex data architecture and seamless system connectivity. You will be responsible for the health, scalability, and optimization of our Workday ecosystem, with a heavy emphasis on integration technologies and cross-module functionality. Responsibilities Integration Architecture & Maintenance: Establish, govern, and maintain the Workday integration architecture, ensuring high-availability, scalability, and security across all inbound and outbound data flows using Core Connectors, EIBs, Document Transformation, and Custom Solutions. Data Integrity & Governance: Proactively monitor integration performance and data quality, implementing audit mechanisms and data controls to ensure the highest level of integrity for all HR data. System Optimization: Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) across multiple Workday modules (e.g., HCM, Talent, Time Tracking/Absence). Technical Troubleshooting: Act as the Tier 3 escalation point for integration failures, API issues, and complex calculated field logic. Vendor Management: Partner with external vendors (Payroll, 401k, Insurance) to manage the end-to-end lifecycle of data exchange and file transmissions. Release Management: Co-Lead the evaluation of Workday’s semi-annual releases, identifying new features that drive efficiency. Qualifications 7+ years of hands-on experience in Workday HCM, with a proven track record of designing and implementing complex, cross-functional solutions across key modules (e.g., Benefits, Payroll, Advanced Compensation, and Time Tracking/Absence). Deep technical knowledge of Workday integration methods, including Cloud Connectors, EIBs, and Document Transformation. Expert proficiency in building advanced custom reports, report-as-a-service (RaaS) for consumption by external systems, and developing complex, multi-level calculated fields for integrations and business processes. Expert-level knowledge of Workday Security configuration as it pertains to integration systems, ensuring proper access for data exchange. Solid understanding of SOAP and REST-based web services, and the ability to troubleshoot API-related data transmissions. Nice to Have Familiarity with Workday Extend or Orchestrate for custom application development. Familiarity with the application of AI/Machine Learning models in the HR space, particularly in how to integrate Workday with Generative AI tools to enhance HR service delivery. Experience with Workday Studio. Location Find out more about our locations by visiting our site. Compensation & Benefits The compensation that we reasonably expect to pay for this role is: $125,600 - $157,000 [base pay]. The actual compensation for this role will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, education, experience, and internal equity. Please note that compensation is just one aspect of a comprehensive Total Rewards package. The compensation range listed here does not include additional benefits or any discretionary bonuses you may be eligible for based on your role and/or employment type. Regular full-time employees are eligible for benefits – see here. About AppFolio AppFolio is the technology leader powering the future of the real estate industry. Our innovative platform and trusted partnership enable our customers to connect communities, increase operational efficiency, and grow their business. For more information about AppFolio, visit appfolio.com. Why AppFolio Grow | We enable a culture of high performance, where delivering results is recognized by opportunities for growth and compelling total rewards. Our challenging and meaningful work drive the growth of our business, and ourselves. Learn | We partner with you to realize your potential by investing in you from the start. We\'re cultivating a team of big thinkers through coaching and mentorship with our best-in-class leaders, and giving you the time and tools to develop your skills. Impact | We are creating a world where living in, investing in, managing, and supporting communities feels magical and effortless, freeing people to thrive. We do this by innovating with purpose while cultivating a culture of impact. We learn as much from each other as we do our customers and our communities. Connect | We excel at hybrid work by fostering an environment that feels flexible, personal and connected, no matter where we are. We create space to fuel innovation and collaboration, and we come together to celebrate, connect, and succeed. Paddle as One. Learn more at appfolio.com/company/careers Statement of Equal Opportunity At AppFolio, we value diversity in backgrounds and perspectives and depend on it to drive our innovative culture. That’s why we’re a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, and we believe that our products, our teams, and our business are stronger because of it. This means that no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, or veteran status, you’re always welcome at AppFolio. #J-18808-Ljbffr