HR Technology Manager

About the Role The HR Technology Manager is a strategic leader responsible for the vision, delivery, and ongoing optimization of Motorola Solutions’ global HCM ecosystem (primarily Workday). This role acts as the primary IT Business Relationship Manager for HR, bridging HR leadership and technical execution while leading a team of BAs and Developers to manage the Workday roadmap, data integrity, and digital transformation. What You'll Do

• Plan and direct HRIS administration and global HCM ecosystem roadmaps.
• Oversee design, development, and implementation of new or redesigned systems, reports, and policies.
• Establish and monitor KPIs for system performance, tickets, and project delivery.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure training and documentation.
• Manage the HR technology budget, vendor relationships, and contract renewals.
• Lead HCM strategy evolution, market analysis, feasibility studies, and migrations if needed.
• Drive selection and integration of edge technologies like AI into core HCM.
• Serve as primary point of contact for HR leadership (Recruiting, Rewards, Payroll, People Analytics, and more).
• Directly manage a team of BAs and Developers; foster agile delivery and technical excellence.
• Ensure data privacy and security (GDPR, CCPA) across all HR platforms.
• Partner with Internal Audit and Security to maintain robust SOX controls and system permissions.
• Standardize global reporting and analytics to provide HR leaders with actionable workforce insights. What We're Looking For
• 8+ years in HR Technology with at least 3 years in a leadership/people management role.
• Expert-level knowledge of Workday (HCM, Recruit, Payroll, Benefits, Talent, and Security) or comparable Tier-1 HCM systems.
• Migration experience leading large-scale system implementations or HCM-to-HCM migrations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, HR, or a related field.
• Strong experience in Agile/Scrum environments and ITIL frameworks. Nice to Have
• The “Consultant” mindset: ability to influence C-suite stakeholders and challenge status quo to improve processes.
• Technical depth: familiarity with HR system integrations (API, EIB, Studio) and middleware platforms.
• Change management: exceptional communication skills to lead organizations through technology shifts.
• Certifications: Workday Pro, PMP, or BRM Professional (BRMP) are a major plus. Compensation & Benefits
• Target Base Salary Range: $150,000 USD - $165,000 USD
• Note: Candidates local to Chicago preferred. We provide pay transparency and equitable compensation within the range.