Workday QA Testing Lead

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We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented QA/Testing Lead to join our Workday team. This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to shape our Workday testing strategy and processes from the ground up. You will be instrumental in building a robust, scalable, and repeatable testing framework that supports both enhancements and business-as-usual updates. If you are passionate about quality, thrive in Agile environments, and enjoy cross-functional collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.

Objectives

• Ensure the highest quality of Workday enhancement and incident-fix releases by developing and executing comprehensive testing strategies.
• Design testing plans, framework including review scenarios/scripts that align with product team goals and customer needs.
• Collaborate across functions to incorporate necessary product changes and ensure seamless delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop or review and execute test scenarios/scripts and or more formal plans, to validate product functionality against requirements and specifications.
• Perform functional, security, and regression testing of enhancement/incident-fix releases in conjunction with the regional business leads.
• Coordinate with regional business Leads, business testers, and Build Team to ensure reported defects and issues from UAT are resolved or addressed
• Ensure timely completion of tests and clear communication of results.
• Support regular audit team request for information on test process
• Provide actionable feedback to improve application enhancement development, testing and deployment processes.
• Stay current with the latest testing tools, techniques, and methodologies and provide recommendations on testing standards, practices, and documentation including the use of testing automation tools.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 6-8 years of Workday functional experience in Core HR, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Talent/Performance Management and Security
• Workday Report Writer skills to pull test data and audit related information out of Workday
• Familiarity with ServiceNow case management system
• Exposure to in-depth Workday configuration and end-to-end solutions, including downstream system impacts, is not essential but an advantage
•  2–3 years of experience in QA/testing roles, ideally within SaaS support organization or tech consultancy environments.
• Strong understanding of Agile testing practices and the four quadrants of testing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Stakeholder expectation management

• Hybrid set-up of 3 days onsite work per week
• Night Shift

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, and service recognition awards.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.