Workforce Software (WFS) Solution Architect

**Job Title:** WorkForce Software (WFS) Solution Architect **Job Summary:** Next Generation, Inc., an Equal-Opportunity Employer, is seeking a skilled WorkForce Software (WFS) Solution Architect to lead the design, configuration, and implementation of time, attendance, and labor scheduling solutions using the WorkForce Software platform, for a hybrid role. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of workforce management processes and a proven track record of delivering scalable and optimized WFS solutions for global organizations. **Job Responsibilities:** - Lead the architectural design and end-to-end implementation of WorkForce Software (EmpCenter, WorkForce Suite) solutions. - Partner with HR, Payroll, Operations, and IT stakeholders to gather business requirements and translate them into technical specifications. - Design scalable, configurable, and efficient WFS solutions that align with organizational needs and compliance requirements. - Configure and customize WFS modules including Time & Attendance, Absence Management, and Advanced Scheduling. - Provide oversight and guidance to implementation teams and serve as the primary liaison with WorkForce Software support. - Ensure system integration with other platforms such as ERP, Payroll (e.g., SAP, Oracle, ADP), and HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SuccessFactors). - Lead or contribute to testing strategies including system integration testing (SIT), user acceptance testing (UAT), and go-live readiness. - Maintain documentation including solution designs, configuration specifications, and technical integration flows. - Advise on best practices and stay current with product updates, roadmap changes, and workforce management trends. **Job Requirements:** - Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, HR Technology, or related field. - 7+ years of experience in IT or HR technology roles with at least 3–5 years focused on WorkForce Software solution design and implementation. - Strong functional knowledge of workforce management processes (time tracking, scheduling, leave management, compliance). - Experience integrating WFS with ERP, payroll, and HR systems. - Hands-on experience with WFS configuration tools and rules writing (pay rules, accruals, interfaces). - Familiarity with database queries (e.g., SQL) and middleware/integration platforms. - Experience working in a global environment with complex union, labor law, and compliance requirements. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership skills. **Preferred Skills:** - WorkForce Software certifications. - Experience with Agile/Scrum project methodologies. - Exposure to labor regulations like FLSA, FMLA, and GDPR. - Experience with cloud-based HR ecosystems (Workday, SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM). **Job Benefits:** - Competitive FTE salary range based on experience, education, and geographical location of $135,000 - $155,000 USD base salary. - Benefits for full-time employees include: - Paid time off - Medical insurance - Dental plan - Vision plan - Life insurance - STD/LTD Disability - Paid holidays