Human Capital Management: strategy | service | support
Dayforce Solution Architect
Location
Florida
Posted
8 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Dayforce Solution Architect
Align HCM
• Own the architecture of Dayforce solutions across the full project lifecycle, from opportunity and requirements gathering through design, configuration, testing, data conversion, integration, and go-live • Interpret client business objectives and translate them into actionable solution designs, effort estimates, and cost proposals that result in signed contracts • Design custom extensibility solutions using the Dayforce Extensibility Framework, including custom WFM rules, scripting, and bespoke configuration to address complex client calculation and workflow requirements • Design and develop modern integrations through APIs, RESTful services, SOAP, Event Services, Microservices, and iPaaS platforms such as Dell Boomi, enabling seamless data flows between Dayforce and third-party systems • Lead solutioning for Dayforce AI modules, including AI-assisted scheduling, predictive analytics, intelligent document processing, and generative AI features by advising clients on use cases, readiness, configuration, and governance best practices • Leverage generative AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT) and AI-assisted development environments to accelerate solution design, documentation, code generation, and quality assurance activities • Serve as primary point of contact for clients post-contract signing, leading status calls, resolving developer questions, and guiding user story creation through the delivery phase • Offer best-practice recommendations on custom solutions and integrations as well as standard Dayforce product functionality, educating clients on the full spectrum of configurable and customizable options available to them • At the opportunity stage, collaborate with clients and Align HCM business development leadership to understand requirements, assess feasibility, and prepare and deliver compelling solution presentations and demonstrations • Collaborate with implementation teams to ensure overall solution architecture is sound and proposed designs meet requirements and expectations established during the selection process • Lead design and peer reviews, individual and team unit testing, and client QA/UAT support activities, ensuring rigorous quality standards throughout delivery • Create and maintain comprehensive solution documentation, including design specifications, implementation instructions, data dictionaries, integration maps, and knowledge transfer materials for both internal teams and clients • Mentor junior and intermediate consultants, helping to set the direction for the Dayforce practice, share knowledge, and build internal capability across the team • Collaborate with Dayforce product teams to identify product gaps, surface client opportunities, and contribute to ongoing process improvement within the broader ecosystem • Build strong, trust-based partnerships with clients by demonstrating deep technical expertise, a proactive attitude, and a consistent commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes
Job Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on Dayforce solution architecture experience, with broad functional knowledge across multiple Dayforce modules (Payroll, Benefits, Time & Attendance, Workforce Management, Recruiting, Onboarding, and/or Learning)
- Expert understanding of the Dayforce Extensibility Framework and how Dayforce interacts with third-party systems, including deep knowledge of data flow implications to and from the platform
- 3+ years of experience designing, coding, testing, and documenting modern APIs and middleware, with proficiency in RESTful services, SOAP, Event Services, and/or Microservices architectures
- Demonstrated experience solutioning for Dayforce AI modules, including familiarity with AI-assisted scheduling, predictive workforce analytics, intelligent automation features, and the governance and data readiness considerations they require
- Active comfort and proven experience using generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, GitHub Copilot, or similar) in day-to-day professional work—for solution design, code generation, documentation, or analysis—and a genuine enthusiasm for staying current as the AI landscape evolves
- Canada and US domain knowledge, including back-office payroll and compliance implications; ability to build global domain knowledge across other regions as the practice expands
- Strong consulting, analytical, and problem-solving skills with experience navigating difficult conversations with clients and internal stakeholders
- Coaching and/or mentoring experience with the ability to exercise leadership through superior technical and domain knowledge
- Exceptional presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Solution-oriented approach with a proactive, “make it happen” attitude and the ability to work effectively through ambiguity and competing priorities
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a closely related field; or equivalent professional experience
- Ability and willingness to travel to client sites as needed
Benefits
- Base Salary plus Incentive Pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life Insurance & Disability Coverages
- Health Savings Account
- 401k Match Program
- Unlimited Vacation Time
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