Workday Systems Architect New San Francisco, CA; New ...

OverviewCarta connects founders, investors, and limited partners through world-class software for venture capital, private equity, and private credit. Carta’s Fund Administration platform supports 9,000+ funds and SPVs, representing nearly $185B in assets under management, with tools designed to enhance the strategic impact of fund CFOs. Carta is shaping the future of private market infrastructure as an end-to-end ERP platform for private markets.At Carta, we’re on a mission to unlock the power of equity ownership for more people in more places. As a Workday/People Systems Architect, you’ll shape how almost 2,000 employees experience Workday across the globe, making processes seamless, data reliable, and strategy scalable.RoleYou’ll take ownership of Workday Benefits, Advanced Compensation, and Talent, from design and configuration to operations and expansion. Your work will power the employee experience at every stage, whether running a flawless Open Enrollment, architecting a global compensation cycle, or rolling out talent modules that shape the next generation of leaders.The Team You/'ll Work WithYou’ll be part of the People Systems within the People Ops team, dedicated to building the future of work at Carta. We design and scale workflows, processes, and systems that support a global workforce, focusing on efficiency, data quality, and driving employee performance and experience. This role partners with the broader People Ops team, Total Rewards, HRBPs, Payroll, and Finance to ensure Workday runs brilliantly.ResponsibilitiesBe the expert: Serve as the SME and hands-on configurator for Benefits, Advanced Compensation, and TalentLead moments that matter: Own end-to-end Open Enrollment, ACA reporting/filing, and merit/bonus/equity cyclesGo global: Drive the expansion of Benefits and Talent across new regions, modules, and programs (performance, goals, succession, skills)Engineer smart systems: Build and maintain eligibility rules, calculated fields, business processes, validations, and security frameworksConnect the dots: Oversee integrations and deliver reporting/dashboards that matterStay ahead of the curve: Review Workday releases, assess impact, run regression testing, and drive adoptionBe a trusted partner: Collaborate with Total Rewards, HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT to manage intake, SLAs, and cross-functional workflowsProtect what matters: Ensure compliance, audit readiness, and data integrityMake work easier: Streamline processes, reduce manual effort, and track KPIs to improve efficiency and employee experienceAbout You8+ years of hands-on Workday configuration experienceStrong domain expertise in Workday Benefits, Advanced Compensation and Talent setupFamiliar with Benefit integrationsProven experience designing Benefits, Advanced Compensation and Talent programs across multiple legal entitiesDetail-oriented with a systems-focused mindsetNice to Have:Experience with integrationsBenefits: Core Connector and EIB setupLatticeCompensation & PerksCarta’s compensation package includes a market-competitive salary, equity for all full-time roles, exceptional benefits. The minimum cash compensation (salary) range for this role is: $161,500 - $190,000 in New York and San Francisco. Final offers may vary based on geography, candidate experience, and other factors.DisclosuresWe are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to a positive interview experience for every candidate. If accommodations are needed due to a disability or medical condition, please connect with the talent partner via email.Please note that all official communications from us will come from an @ or @ domain. Report any contact from unapproved domains to . #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-21