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**Why UKG:** At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. UKG is seeking a highly motivated sales professional as a Strategic Development Manager who will be responsible for net-new logo sales in the mid-market space. If you are a highly successful HRMS/Payroll salesperson and have followed the growing success of our company, then you know that we rarely have an opening in our sales ranks. Why? Because we hire only the best HRMS/Payroll Reps and arm them with the best products, support personnel, and tools to ensure long-term success with us. Now it's your turn for an opportunity to build your sales legacy: we are expanding our sales force and are looking for the very best to represent UKG. Candidates typically have 3-5 years of proven success selling HRMS/Payroll solutions. Ideally, candidates will live in or near their territory and are familiar with the local business climate, however, we encourage you to apply. Challenging? Yes! UKG expects a lot of our sales reps and we provide a lot for our reps to succeed: + Tenured management who are skilled at guiding highly successful sales personnel + Seasoned Application Consultant team to assist with proposals, RFPs, and demos + Expert Technical Sales Support + Highly reference-able customer base with 96% customer retention with our hosted SaaS solution + Solid Sales Operations and Legal staff focused on helping process and close contracts quickly + Award-winning HRMS/Payroll, Talent Management, and Time and Attendance solutions, consistently outperforming our competitors' products + Software-as-a-Service solution for the growing number of companies relying upon SaaS benefits + Award-winning Implementation and Customer Support teams dedicated to bringing customers live in industry-record timeframes + A company culture that breeds and supports success at every level, putting our employees first! Rewarding? Absolutely! You will have confidence in the performance of the solutions you sell and also in the quality of service your customers will receive, ensuring your accounts will be satisfied with their decision to go with UKG. UKG offers generous escalating commission percentages, and club locations are luxurious. If you are known as an over-achiever, and you've been looking for the opportunity to land your "last" HRMS/Payroll sales position, this is it! For sales reps who can prove their HRMS/Payroll game, click the "Apply Online" link. All exploratory inquiries and applications for sales employment are kept confidential. **Primary Responsibilities:** + Consistently exceed sales quotas + Must have proven success selling HRMS/Payroll solutions to complex organizations + Must have worked primarily as a New Logo Rep (Hunter) and consistently exceeded sales quotas. Develop and maintain a working knowledge of solutions, technology and capabilities to solve customer challenges and help them achieve stated business outcomes. + Present HCM products and services to final decision makers and end users within an assigned territory. + Identify sales opportunities and develop sales and marketing proposals for customers on HCM, Payroll solutions and services aligned with the prospective customer's needs. + Maintain a strong knowledge of HCM/SaaS Industry, competitors and analysts. + Excellent written and verbal communication, and presentation skills + Maintain a working knowledge of products and capabilities, incorporating technical advances in presentations to end users + Present HCM products and services to final decision makers and end users within an assigned territory + Incredibly organized + Experience with a diversity of prospecting strategies **Minimum Qualifications:** + Minimum of 3-5 years of proven success selling HCM/Payroll solutions **Travel Requirement:** + 30-40% **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. **Pay Transparency:** The base salary range for this position is $115,000 annually; however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for commissions and restricted stock unit awards as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at *************************** . **Equal Opportunity Employer:** UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster. (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. **Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process:** For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . **\#LI-Remote** It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG:** At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. **About the Team ** The Enterprise Solutions & Experience (ESE) organization, led by our CIO, drives UKG's enterprise transformation. The Value Management Office (VMO), under the VP of IT Strategy & Transformation, is dedicated to ensuring every initiative delivers measurable business outcomes. Value Realization Leaders (VRLs) are embedded within this team to orchestrate strategy, execution, and adoption across ESE, focusing on realized business value. **About the Role ** We are seeking a highly motivated Value Realization Leader to join our ESE team. In this pivotal role, you will ensure that every initiative delivers tangible business outcomes, accelerate ROI, strengthen strategic alignment, and drive adoption across the enterprise. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage the lifecycle of value delivery, and serve as a trusted advisor to executives and initiative sponsors. **Responsibilities :** Strategy Execution & Alignment - Translate enterprise and ESE product strategies into executable, outcome-focused roadmaps tied to business objectives. - Connect projects and initiatives to the company's overarching strategy and align cross-functional teams on priorities, trade-offs, and dependencies. - Partner with business and ESE product leaders to define clear value targets and success measures for every initiative. Value Realization & Impact Tracking - Manage the entire lifecycle of value delivery for projects and programs, from ideation to post-delivery evaluation. - Establish KPIs linked to business outcomes (revenue, cost, customer experience). - Track realized value post-launch and drive accountability for sustained results. - Continuously improve delivery velocity, adoption, and return on investment. Orchestration & Execution Excellence - Oversee the entire project and program portfolio, ensuring resources are allocated to initiatives that provide the greatest value. - Coordinate across ESE product, engineering, and business functions to ensure cohesive execution. - Anticipate delivery risks, surface decisions, and remove blockers proactively. - Maintain agility through iteration, feedback loops, and continuous improvement. Advisory & Influence - Serve as a trusted advisor to executives and initiative sponsors. - Apply structured problem-solving and consulting-style frameworks to shape decisions and outcomes. - Communicate progress through business storytelling and outcome-based narratives. Change Leadership & Talent Development - Lead organizational adoption of new capabilities and processes. - Shape mindsets and behaviors to sustain impact beyond project completion. - Coach and mentor teams to build outcome orientation and business fluency **About You** **Basic Qualifications : ** - Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. - 8+ years of experience in program management, strategy execution, or transformation leadership roles. - Proven track record delivering measurable business outcomes in cross-functional environments. - Strong business and technical fluency; able to navigate both executive discussions and delivery details. - Proven experience delivering enterprise business applications (ERP - D365, CRM - Salesforce, EDW, Data & Analytics, HRIS, financial systems) initiatives. - Experience in product-led or technology-driven organizations preferred. - Consulting or advisory background a strong plus. **Preferred Qualifications:** - Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. - Experience with large-scale system architecture and Lean Portfolio Management. - Strong understanding of Agile practices (SAFe, Scrum, LPM, DevOps). - Familiarity with delivering digital employee experience initiatives (collaboration tools, infrastructure, cloud migration, endpoint management). - Certification such as PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, or LPM. - Experience with JIRA, PowerBI, DevOps and ServiceNow SPM tools. - Agile coach experience a plus. **Core Competencies:** - Value Orientation | Strategic Alignment | Business Acumen - Technical / Product Literacy | Problem Solving | Agility - Stakeholder Influence | Change Leadership | Talent Development - Driver of Results and Self Driven **Success Measures:** - % of initiatives meeting or exceeding business value targets - Time-to-value reduction across key programs - Adoption and utilization rates of delivered solutions - Executive stakeholder satisfaction and confidence - Demonstrated uplift in team maturity and delivery culture **Travel Requirement:** 15% Travel This job description has been written to include the general nature of work performed. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive detailed inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . The pay range for this position is $115,100 to $155,000 however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ********************************************* It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

Why UKG: At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. Job Summary We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Business Applications Analyst to drive and manage cross-functional transformation initiatives that align with our company's strategic objectives. This role requires a dynamic leader with a proven ability to transform business processes and functions through effective cross-functional teaming, rigorous program management, and exceptional communication. The ideal candidate will serve as a thought leader and change agent, driving innovation and operational excellence across the enterprise. Key Responsibilities - Thought Leadership: Recommend creative and innovative solutions to strategic business problems leveraging industry best practices and insights from the analysis of internal and external data. - Operational Improvements: Identify inefficiencies and lead efforts to streamline operations and improve productivity. - Strategic Initiative Execution: Partner with Business Leads to support the planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead teams across departments (e.g., Sales, Finance, Operations, Product, Technology) to ensure seamless integration and execution of transformation efforts. - Program Management: Create project plans, manage timelines, budgets, risks, and resources, and ensure successful delivery of transformation projects. - Change Management: Design and implement change management strategies to support adoption and sustainability of new processes and technologies. - Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels to ensure transparency, alignment, and buy-in. - Performance Monitoring: Track metrics that will monitor the success of transformation initiatives; adjust strategies based on performance data. - Communication & Reporting: Prepare and deliver clear, concise updates to stakeholders and leadership. Create visualizations and presentations to communicate project status, risks, and recommendations. Qualifications - 10+ years of experience in program management, business transformation, or strategic operations. - Proven track record for partnering with cross-functional teams and delivering significant business impact (e.g., Finance, Sales, Operations, Product Development, Customer Experience, Customer Success or Cloud), with a strong understanding of their KPIs and operational models. - Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams. - Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, Agile, Lean Six Sigma) strongly preferred. - Experience with enterprise project management tools (e.g., Asana, MS Project, Smartsheet). Service Now SPM a plus. Success Metrics - Measurable improvements in operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and profitability. - Positive stakeholder feedback and high adoption rates of new processes or systems. - Timely and on-budget delivery of transformation projects. Company Overview: UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . The pay range for this position is $145,600.00 to $200,000.00, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ********************************************* It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG:** At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. UKG is seeking a highly motivated sales professional as a Business Development Manager who will be responsible for net-new logo sales in the mid-market and enterprise space. If you are a highly successful HRMS/Payroll salesperson and have followed the growing success of our company, then you know that we rarely have an opening in our sales ranks. Why? Because we hire only the best HRMS/Payroll Reps and arm them with the best products, support personnel, and tools to ensure long-term success with us. Now it's your turn for an opportunity to build your sales legacy: we are expanding our sales force and are looking for the very best to represent UKG. Candidates ideally have 5+ years of proven success selling HRMS/Payroll solutions. Ideally, candidates will live in or near their territory and are familiar with the local business climate; however, we encourage you to apply. Challenging? Yes! UKG expects a lot of our sales reps and we provide a lot for our reps to succeed: + Tenured management who are skilled at guiding highly successful sales personnel + Seasoned Application Consultant team to assist with proposals, RFPs, and demos + Expert Technical Sales Support + Highly reference-able customer base with 96% customer retention with our hosted SaaS solution + Solid Sales Operations and Legal staff focused on helping process and close contracts quickly + Award-winning HRMS/Payroll, Talent Management, and Time and Attendance solutions, consistently outperforming our competitors' products + Software-as-a-Service solution for the growing number of companies relying upon SaaS benefits + Award-winning Implementation and Customer Support teams dedicated to bringing customers live in industry-record timeframes + A company culture that breeds and supports success at every level, putting our employees first! Rewarding? Absolutely! You will have confidence in the performance of the solutions you sell and also in the quality of service your customers will receive, ensuring your accounts will be satisfied with their decision to go with UKG. UKG offers generous escalating commission percentages, and club locations are luxurious. If you are known as an over-achiever, and you've been looking for the opportunity to land your "last" HRMS/Payroll sales position, this is it! For sales reps who can prove their HRMS/Payroll game, click the "Apply Online" link. All exploratory inquiries and applications for sales employment are kept confidential. **Primary Responsibilities:** + Consistently exceed sales quotas + Must have proven success selling HRMS/Payroll solutions to complex organizations + Must have worked primarily as a New Logo Rep (Hunter) and consistently exceeded sales quotas. Develop and maintain a working knowledge of solutions, technology and capabilities to solve customer challenges and help them achieve stated business outcomes. + Present HCM products and services to final decision makers and end users within an assigned territory. Identify sales opportunities and develop sales and marketing proposals for customers on HCM, Payroll solutions and services aligned with the prospective customer's needs. + Maintain a strong knowledge of HCM/SaaS Industry, competitors and analysts. + Excellent written and verbal communication. + Maintain a working knowledge of products and capabilities, incorporating technical advances in presentations to end users + Present HCM products and services to final decision makers and end users within an assigned territory + Identify sales opportunities and develop sales and marketing proposals for customers on HCM products and services based on their technical needs + Minimum of 3 to 5 years HCM sales experience + Strong knowledge of HCM/SaaS Industry + Demonstrated understanding of strategic sales process **Minimum Qualifications:** + Minimum of 3-5 years of proven success selling HCM/Payroll solutions **Preferred Qualifications:** + Excellent communication and presentation skills + Incredibly organized + Experience with a diversity of prospecting strategies **Travel Requirement:** + 30-40% **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. **Equal Opportunity Employer ** UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. **Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process:** For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . **Pay Transparency:** The base salary range for this position is $125,000 annually. This position is also eligible for commissions and restricted stock unit awards as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at *************************** . **\#LI-Remote** It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG** At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. **About the Role** We are seeking a strategic and visionary Enterprise Architect-Data to join our Enterprise Architecture team, reporting to the VP of Enterprise Architecture. This role is a critical partner to our Business and Application architects, responsible for defining and executing the enterprise-wide data strategy, particularly in the context of a dynamic, M&A-driven environment. The successful candidate will design a scalable, secure, and resilient data ecosystem that transforms data into a trusted enterprise asset. You will be responsible for aligning the company's data architecture with its overall business strategy, ensuring that data is leveraged effectively to drive analytics, insights, and power AI-driven outcomes. **Responsibilities** - Lead the architectural design and strategy to ensure all enterprise data is treated as a unified asset. This involves creating a seamless consolidation and rationalization strategy that applies to all major data-centric initiatives, whether they are driven by M&A or by the development of new internal applications and services. - Partner with application development teams to provide data-centric design insights into core business applications, ensuring the data layers are designed for scalability, quality, and analytical use from the outset. - Analyze and document the current-state data landscape, including data sources, lineage, storage, and consumption patterns to identify gaps, redundancies, and modernization opportunities. - Develop and maintain the enterprise data architecture, including conceptual, logical, and physical data models, data flow diagrams, and integration patterns in alignment with industry standards. - Collaborate with business leaders, data scientists, and engineering teams to define strategic goals and translate them into data, analytics, and AI requirements. - Design and govern the target-state enterprise data architecture, incorporating modern patterns such as Medallion Architecture and principles of Data Mesh. This includes standards for the data warehouse, data lake, streaming platforms, master data management (MDM), and the platforms and patterns that support our AI/ML initiatives. - Develop and govern the enterprise API strategy for data, defining standards for REST APIs and managing data access for internal and external applications through an API Gateway. - Design and govern 'Reverse ETL' patterns that deliver analytics and AI-driven insights back into operational systems (e.g., Salesforce, Eloqua, D365). - Incorporate FinOps principles into all data architecture designs, ensuring solutions are optimized for cost-effectiveness by leveraging BigQuery best practices (e.g., partitioning, clustering), appropriate storage tiers, and efficient compute. - Partner with product managers, solution architects, and business architects to ensure data solutions are designed for scalability, performance, and security while meeting business needs. - Define and enforce enterprise-wide data governance standards, including data quality, metadata management, data security, and data privacy in partnership with the Enterprise Data and Analytics Office (EDAO). - Evaluate data-related requirements to assist in selecting the right data technologies, platforms, and tools that support a scalable, future-ready data ecosystem. - Contribute to enterprise transformation initiatives by providing data-architecture-driven insights and strategic guidance on how to best leverage data assets. - Facilitate workshops and working sessions with stakeholders to align on data definitions, standards, and architectural principles. - Utilize predefined frameworks and templates effectively, ensuring all data architecture artifacts are maintained and regularly updated. **About You** **Basic Qualifications** - 15-20 years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, data management, or a related senior-level role. - Proven, hands-on experience leading data platform consolidation and integration initiatives following corporate mergers and acquisitions (M&A). - Deep, hands-on expertise with the Google Cloud data stack is essential, including extensive experience with BigQuery, Cloud Composer, Vertex AI, Pub/Sub, and Cloud Run. - Demonstrated experience designing data integration and Reverse ETL patterns for major enterprise SaaS platforms, specifically Salesforce.com, Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365), and Oracle Eloqua. - Hands-on experience with both traditional enterprise ETL tools (e.g., Informatica, Talend) and modern data engineering languages and libraries (e.g., Python, Spark). - Hands-on experience with API design and management, including designing REST APIs and using API Gateways (e.g., Google Apigee, Kong) to secure and manage data access for both internal and external applications. - Deep understanding of both modern data architecture patterns (e.g., Medallion Architecture, Data Mesh) and traditional dimensional modeling techniques (e.g., Kimball, Star Schema). - Proven experience designing data architectures that support and enable advanced AI applications, including machine learning pipelines and integrations for Agentic AI. - Experience designing, contributing to, or implementing an enterprise Data Marketplace or Data Catalog. - Demonstrated experience designing and implementing robust data quality frameworks (e.g., setting up DQ monitoring, defining validation rules) and data security controls (e.g., data encryption, PII masking, column-level security) within a cloud data platform. - Excellent and proven communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills. **Preferred Qualifications:** - You love working on data systems and are obsessed with quality, consistency, and scale. - You enjoy solving complex problems and have a deep-thinking, analytical mindset. - You think of 'data as a product' and have experience designing data services and APIs for consumption by a wide range of applications and users. - You gain gratification from seeing your ideas take shape and become real-world solutions used by a large number of users. - You are proactive, detail-oriented, and motivated by impact at scale. - You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy bridging business and technology perspectives. - You are an individual contributor who enjoys taking ownership and adding tangible value to the organization. - You are a seasoned professional who can work independently with minimal guidance and assistance, while still driving outcomes effectively. **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . The pay range for this position is $145,600.00 to $209,300.00, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ********************************************* It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG** At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. **About the Role** As a Senior Principal Data Engineer within the Enterprise Data & Analytics Office, you will lead the design, evolution, and operational excellence of Nexus, UKG's unified, GCP-based data platform, enabling analytics, AI, and enterprise decision-making at scale. You will translate architectural vision into reliable, scalable, cost-efficient data systems, lead platform modernization efforts, and set the engineering bar for data ingestion, transformation, and operational analytics across UKG. **Key Responsibilities:** Enterprise Data Engineering Leadership - Drive the implementation of standardized medallion architecture (Bronze-Silver-Gold) across all domains. - Establish and enforce engineering patterns for batch, streaming, CDC, and event-driven pipelines. - Drive design patterns for Fact and Dimension modeling, data mesh, and change data capture (CDC). Platform & Pipeline Excellence - Design and evolve scalable data pipelines using GCP-native services (BigQuery, GCS, Composer, Pub/Sub, Dataflow) and Databricks (Delta Lake, DLT). - Ensure platform reliability, performance, and scalability for petabyte-scale analytics workloads. - Lead engineering decisions around partitioning, clustering, query optimization, and cost controls (FinOps). - Own observability standards (freshness, SLAs, error handling, monitoring). Engineering Standards, Quality & Governance - Define and enforce engineering standards for data quality, testing, CI/CD, and production readiness. - Implement automated data quality frameworks, lineage, and metadata integration in partnership with Data Governance and Architecture teams. - Ensure all pipelines meet SOX, security, and auditability requirements. - Partner with Architects to ensure engineering implementations align to enterprise reference architectures. Cross-Functional Delivery & Influence - Partner with Product Managers, Product Owners, Architects, and Analytics leaders to deliver high-impact data capabilities. - Act as the technical escalation point for complex production issues and platform risks. - Influence roadmap decisions by balancing technical feasibility, delivery velocity, and long-term sustainability. - Support ESE Agile delivery by enabling architecture runway and reducing technical blockers. Mentorship & Organizational Impact - Mentor Principal, Senior, and Mid-level Data Engineers, raising the overall engineering maturity of the organization. - Lead by example through design reviews, code reviews, and engineering forums. - Build reusable frameworks, libraries, and accelerators that scale engineering productivity. - Foster a culture of ownership, quality, and continuous improvement. **Basic Qualifications:** - 15+ years of experience in data engineering, data platforms, or large-scale analytics systems. - Proven leadership delivering enterprise-scale data platforms and migrations. - Deep hands-on experience large (Petabyte) scale operating data platforms . Technical Expertise - GCP (required): BigQuery, GCS, Cloud Composer, Pub/Sub, Dataflow, Dataform, Dataproc, Dataplex - Databricks: Delta Lake, Delta Live Tables, Spark, Unity Catalog - Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, Spark, and distributed systems - Expertise in data modeling, ELT patterns, CDC, and streaming architectures - Experience supporting AI/ML pipelines, feature stores, and analytics consumption - Strong understanding of Dimensional Modeling, ELT and modern data lakehouse patterns. Leadership & Collaboration - Proven ability to influence without authority across engineering, product, and architecture teams. - Strong communication skills with both technical and executive audiences. - Track record of mentoring senior engineers and leading complex initiatives. **Preferred Qualifications:** - Experience modernizing legacy warehouses and ETL platforms. - Familiarity with Data Mesh execution and domain-aligned data products. - Experience implementing FinOps practices for analytics platforms. - Exposure to AI/ML enablement, feature engineering, or agent-driven analytics. - Google Cloud certifications (Data Engineer, Architect) preferred **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . The pay range for this position is $184,300.00 to $230,000 however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ********************************************* It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG** : At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. **About the Team ** The Enterprise Solutions & Experience (ESE) organization, led by our CIO, drives UKG's enterprise transformation. The Value Management Office (VMO), under the VP of IT Strategy & Transformation, is dedicated to ensuring every initiative delivers measurable business outcomes. Value Realization Leaders (VRLs) are embedded within this team to orchestrate strategy, execution, and adoption across ESE, focusing on realized business value. **About the Role ** We are looking for a dynamic Senior Manager, VMO leader, to join our ESE team. This role leads a team of Value Realization Leaders, guiding alignment with corporate strategy, monitoring excellence, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. in this pivotal role, you will ensure that every initiative delivers tangible business outcomes, accelerate ROI, strengthen strategic alignment, and drive adoption across the enterprise. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage the lifecycle of value delivery, and serve as a trusted advisor to executives and initiative sponsors. **Responsibilities:** People Management - Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team by fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. - Provide clear direction, communicate performance expectations, and regular feedback to ensure achievement of individual and departmental goals. - Effectively manage resource allocation, balance team workloads, and capacity planning to ensure operational efficiency and alignment with strategic priorities. Strategy Execution & Alignment - Develop and drive the translation of enterprise and ESE product strategies into executable, outcome-driven plans that shape and influence business direction. - Lead strategic alignment across functions by ensuring initiatives and programs reinforce enterprise priorities, proactively managing trade-offs, and optimizing portfolio-level interdependencies. - Partner with senior business and product leaders to set enterprise-wide value realization targets and define success measures that guide investment and execution decisions. Value Realization & Impact Tracking - Manage the entire life cycle of value delivery for projects and programs, from ideation to post-delivery evaluation. - Establish KPIs linked to business outcomes (revenue, cost, customer experience); review progress against targets - Track realized value post-launch and drive accountability for sustained results. - Continuously improve delivery velocity, adoption, and return on investment. Orchestration & Execution Excellence - Oversee the entire project and program portfolio, ensuring resources are allocated to initiatives that provide the greatest value. - Coordinate across ESE product, engineering, and business functions to ensure cohesive execution. - Anticipate delivery risks, surface decisions, and remove blockers proactively. - Maintain agility through iteration, feedback loops, and continuous improvement. Advisory & Influence at Scale - Guide decision-making by reviewing structured problem-solving approaches and outcome-based recommendations. - Provide executive-level visibility through oversight of reporting and storytelling frameworks. Change Leadership & Talent Development - Lead and ensure organizational adoption of new capabilities and processes. - Shape mindsets and behaviors to sustain impact beyond project completion. - Coach and mentor teams to build outcome orientation and business fluency **About You ** **Basic Qualifications :** - Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. - 5+ years of experience leading and managing teams, including responsibility for performance, development, and engagement. - 12+ years of experience in program management, strategy execution, or transformation leadership roles. - Proven track record delivering measurable business outcomes in cross-functional environments. - Strong business and technical fluency; able to navigate both executive discussions and delivery details. - Proven experience delivering enterprise business applications (ERP - D365, CRM - Salesforce, EDW, Data & Analytics, HRIS, financial systems) and digital employee experience initiatives (collaboration tools, infrastructure, cloud migration, endpoint management), - Experience in product-led or technology-driven organizations preferred. - Consulting or advisory background a strong plus. **Preferred Qualifications:** - Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field - Experience with large-scale system architecture and Lean Portfolio Management. - Strong understanding of Agile practices (SAFe, Scrum, LPM, DevOps). - Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, LPM are preferred. - Experience with JIRA, PowerBI, DevOps and ServiceNow SPM tools - Agile coach experience a plus **Core Competencies** - Value Orientation | Strategic Alignment | Business Acumen - Technical / Product Literacy | Problem Solving | Agility - Stakeholder Influence | Change Leadership | Talent Development - Driver of Results and Self Driven **Success Measures** - % of initiatives meeting or exceeding business value targets - Time-to-value reduction across key programs - Adoption and utilization rates of delivered solutions - Executive stakeholder satisfaction and confidence - Demonstrated uplift in team maturity and delivery culture **Travel Requirement:** 15% Travel This job description has been written to include the general nature of work performed. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive detailed inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** The pay range for this position is $129,500 to $180,000, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ********************************************* It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG:** At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. We're looking for a Presales Solution Consultant - Leave Specialist with a background in leave administration and a strong understanding of U.S. federal, state, and local leave policies. This role is ideal for someone ready to step beyond back-office operations and become a trusted advisor to customers-helping organizations transform the way they manage leave. **About the Role** As a Presales Solution Consultant, you'll play a key role in positioning UKG's market-leading Leave and Absence Management solutions. Partnering with our Sales team, you'll bring subject-matter expertise, demonstrate our solutions, and shape conversations with HR and compliance leaders across industries. This is a great opportunity for experienced HR/leave professionals to leverage their domain knowledge in a strategic, customer-facing role-while contributing to a best-in-class HCM platform. What You'll Do Customer Engagement & Sales Strategy - Collaborate with Account Executives to drive opportunities and deliver tailored product demonstrations for HR, benefits, and compliance stakeholders. - Serve as a trusted leave expert, aligning UKG's solutions with each customer's unique regulatory, operational, and policy-driven needs. - Lead discovery sessions to uncover business requirements and craft consultative responses to challenges around FMLA, State, Local, and company specific leave policies. - Contribute to RFP/RFI responses and support sales cycles through product expertise and storytelling. Solution Expertise & Pre-Sales Enablement - Showcase how UKG Leave solutions simplify the administration of multi-jurisdictional leave programs and improve compliance through automation and integration. - Highlight UKG's ability to handle complex use cases including intermittent leave, return-to-work workflows, and policy exceptions. - Stay informed about evolving state and federal leave legislation to reinforce UKG's value as a compliance partner. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with Product Management and Marketing to provide feedback and ensure leave messaging reflects the latest capabilities and market needs. - Educate and support internal sales teams with enablement content, demos, and product updates. - Act as a customer advocate internally, helping shape the future of UKG's leave solutions. What You Bring **Basic Qualifications** - 5+ years of experience in U.S.-based leave administration, with deep understanding of FMLA, state-specific leave laws, and internal policy application. - Passion for helping organizations improve processes through HR technology. - Strong presentation and communication skills-comfortable engaging executives and HR practitioners alike. - Experience working with HCM, payroll, or leave management systems. - Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Preferred Qualifications - Experience in a presales, solution consultant, or implementation role (a plus-but not required). - HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) or leave compliance training. - Prior UKG product experience or familiarity with UKG Pro, UKG Ready, or Dimensions is a plus. **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . The pay range for this position is $102,300.00 to $147,050.00, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for commissions and restricted stock unit awards as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ********************************************* It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG:** At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. **About the Team ** The Enterprise Solutions & Experience (ESE) organization, led by our CIO, drives UKG's enterprise transformation. The Value Management Office (VMO), under the VP of IT Strategy & Transformation, is dedicated to ensuring every initiative delivers measurable business outcomes. Value Realization Leaders (VRLs) are embedded within this team to orchestrate strategy, execution, and adoption across ESE, focusing on realized business value. **About the Role ** We are seeking a highly motivated Value Realization Leader to join our ESE team. In this pivotal role, you will ensure that every initiative delivers tangible business outcomes, accelerate ROI, strengthen strategic alignment, and drive adoption across the enterprise. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage the lifecycle of value delivery, and serve as a trusted advisor to executives and initiative sponsors. **Responsibilities:** Strategy Execution & Alignment - Develop and drive the translation of enterprise and ESE product strategies into executable, outcome-driven plans that shape and influence business direction. - Lead strategic alignment across functions by ensuring initiatives and programs reinforce enterprise priorities, proactively managing trade-offs, and optimizing portfolio-level interdependencies. - Partner with senior business and product leaders to set enterprise-wide value realization targets and define success measures that guide investment and execution decisions. Value Realization & Impact Tracking - Manage the entire life cycle of value delivery for projects and programs, from ideation to post-delivery evaluation. - Establish KPIs linked to business outcomes (revenue, cost, customer experience). - Track realized value post-launch and drive accountability for sustained results. - Continuously improve delivery velocity, adoption, and return on investment. Orchestration & Execution Excellence - Oversee the entire project and program portfolio, ensuring resources are allocated to initiatives that provide the greatest value. - Coordinate across ESE product, engineering, and business functions to ensure cohesive execution. - Anticipate delivery risks, surface decisions, and remove blockers proactively. - Maintain agility through iteration, feedback loops, and continuous improvement. Advisory & Influence - Serve as a trusted advisor to executives and initiative sponsors. - Apply structured problem-solving and consulting-style frameworks to shape decisions and outcomes. - Communicate progress through business storytelling and outcome-based narratives Change Leadership & Talent Development - Lead organizational adoption of new capabilities and processes. - Shape mindsets and behaviors to sustain impact beyond project completion. - Coach and mentor teams to build outcome orientation and business fluency. **About You** **Basic Qualifications:** - Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. - 12+ years of experience in program management, strategy execution, or transformation leadership roles. - Proven track record delivering measurable business outcomes in cross-functional environments. - Strong business and technical fluency; able to navigate both executive discussions and delivery details. - Proven experience delivering enterprise business applications (ERP - D365, CRM - Salesforce, EDW, Data & Analytics, HRIS, financial systems) and digital employee experience initiatives (collaboration tools, infrastructure, cloud migration, endpoint management) initiatives - Experience in product-led or technology-driven organizations preferred. - Consulting or advisory background a strong plus. **Preferred Qualifications:** - Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field - Experience with large-scale system architecture and Lean Portfolio Management. - Strong understanding of Agile practices (SAFe, Scrum, LPM, DevOps). - Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, LPM are preferred. - Experience with JIRA, PowerBI, DevOps and ServiceNow SPM tools - Agile coach experience a plus **Core Competencies** - Value Orientation | Strategic Alignment | Business Acumen - Technical / Product Literacy | Problem Solving | Agility - Stakeholder Influence | Change Leadership | Talent Development - Driver of Results and Self Driven **Success Measures:** - % of initiatives meeting or exceeding business value targets - Time-to-value reduction across key programs - Adoption and utilization rates of delivered solutions - Executive stakeholder satisfaction and confidence - Demonstrated uplift in team maturity and delivery culture **Travel Requirement:** 15% Travel This job description has been written to include the general nature of work performed. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive detailed inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . The pay range for this position is $145,600 to $172,000, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ********************************************* It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we're only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on. At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all. Here, we know that you're more than your work. That's why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose - a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you're passionate about our purpose - people -then we can't wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We're united by purpose, inspired by you. UKG is seeking a highly motivated Enterprise Account Executive, who will be responsible for net-new logo sales in our S&D West business segment. While each AE owns a few upsell accounts, this is a true Hunter role. If you are a highly successful HRMS/Payroll salesperson and have followed the growing success of our company, then you know that we rarely have an opening in our sales ranks. Why? Because we hire only the best HRMS/Payroll Reps and arm them with the best products, support personnel, and tools to ensure long-term success with us. Now it's your turn for an opportunity to build your sales legacy: we are expanding our sales force and are looking for the very best to represent UKG. **About You:** - 5-7+ years proven success selling cloud/SaaS solutions to C level. HRMS/Payroll experience a strong plus. - Consistently exceed a $2 Million+ quota - 3+ years selling complex deals over $800K in ARR - Demonstrated experience building a territory and pipeline from scratch - Consistently execute a thoughtful, strategic sales process including internal business partners and executive engagement. Challenging? Yes! UKG expects a lot of our AE's and we provide a lot for our reps to succeed: - Tenured management who are skilled at guiding highly successful sales personnel - Seasoned Application Consultant team to assist with proposals, RFPs, and demos - Expert Technical Sales Support - Highly reference-able customer base with 96% customer retention with our hosted SaaS solution - Solid Sales Operations and Legal staff focused on helping process and close contracts quickly - Award-winning HRMS/Payroll, Talent Management, and Time and Attendance solutions, consistently outperforming our competitors' products - Software-as-a-Service solution for the growing number of companies relying upon SaaS benefits - Award-winning Implementation and Customer Support teams dedicated to bringing customers live in industry-record timeframes - A company culture that breeds and supports success at every level, putting our employees first! Rewarding? Absolutely! You will have confidence in the performance of the solutions you sell and also in the quality of service your customers will receive, ensuring your accounts will be satisfied with their decision to go with UKG. UKG offers generous escalating commission percentages, and club locations are luxurious. **Travel Requirement:** - 30-40% **Where We're Going:** UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it's our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow! **Pay Transparency:** The base salary range for this position is $140,000 annually; however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for commissions and restricted stock unit awards as part of an industry leading total compensation package. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at *************************** . **Equal Opportunity Employer:** UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View **The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** ** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters **here (******************************************************************************************** . ** It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. **Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process:** For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG** At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. **About the Role** The Program Management Business Analyst (PMBA) partners with program managers, business leaders, and cross-functional teams to drive successful program delivery through data-driven insights, process optimization, and clear requirements definition. This role bridges business needs and execution, ensuring programs align with strategic objectives, timelines, and measurable outcomes. **Key Responsibilities:** Program & Business Analysis + Partner with Program Managers to support planning, execution, tracking, and reporting of complex programs + Elicit, analyze, document, and validate business requirements, functional requirements, and success metrics + Translate business objectives into actionable insights, roadmaps, and deliverables + Identify dependencies, risks, and gaps across initiatives and recommend mitigation strategies Stakeholder Collaboration + Serve as a trusted liaison between business stakeholders, program leadership, technology teams, and vendors + Facilitate workshops, working sessions, and stakeholder reviews to align on scope, priorities, and outcomes + Support change management efforts by documenting impacts and supporting communication plans Data, Reporting & Insights + Develop dashboards, reports, and executive-ready presentations to communicate program health and performance + Track KPIs, milestones, financials, and benefits realization across programs + Use data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities Process Improvement & Governance + Analyze and improve program and portfolio management processes + Support governance forums with status updates, issue tracking, and decision documentation + Contribute to standardization of templates, tools, and best practices across the program organization **About You** **Basic Qualifications:** + Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Finance, Management, or a related field + 3-7 years of experience as a Business Analyst, Program Analyst, or related role + Experience supporting large, cross-functional programs or portfolios + Strong requirements gathering, documentation, and analysis skills + Proficiency in program/project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid) **Tools and Technologies** + Experience with program/project management tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet, MS Project, ADO) + Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar reporting tools preferred + Familiarity with process modeling and documentation techniques (e.g., BPMN, process maps) **Preferred Qualifications:** + Experience working within a Program Management Office (PMO) or enterprise program environment + Certifications such as CBAP, PMI-PBA, PMP, PgMP, or Agile certifications + Experience with financial tracking, budgeting, or benefits realization + SaaS, HR tech, or enterprise software experience (if applicable) **Key Competencies:** + Strategic thinking with strong attention to detail + Ability to manage ambiguity and shifting priorities + Influential without authority; strong facilitation skills + Highly organized, proactive, and results-oriented + Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities + Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . The pay range for this position is $102,300.00 to $147,050.00, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ********************************************* It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG:** At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. **About the Team:** Our Services and Distribution Enterprise team is a dynamic group of talented, collaborative professionals who work closely to align customers' goals with our broad set of products. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and innovative environment where every team member is encouraged to contribute their unique skills and expertise. Together, we strive to exceed customer expectations and drive significant business growth. **About the Role:** The Enterprise Customer Account Manager will be focused on selling into Enterprise Services and Distribution named accounts in an assigned geographic territory. This position requires an individual who can successfully build and grow existing customer relationships selling our full suite of products. A successful candidate will need to use consultative selling skills to clearly understand customer/prospect business requirements and recommend the best UKG software solution to meet their business objectives. **Key Responsibilities:** + Strengthen and expand customer relationships through regular and frequent face-to-face interactions designed to drive sales growth. + Attend industry events, trade shows, and conferences relevant to your customer base. + Proactively develop, utilize, and maintain a deep understanding of the customer's industry. + Advise, consult, and support customers on best and next practices in the utilization and expansion of services. + Develop and maintain a "greenspace" heatmap and run strategic sales campaigns to drive pipeline and bookings in assigned accounts. + Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and maintain Annual Account Plans and Relationship Maps for each assigned account. + Build strong executive relationships (CHRO, CIO, CFO, COO, etc.) across the account. + Leverage your sales management team, UKG executive sponsors, and in-person meetings to strengthen these relationships. + Conduct at least two in-person business reviews with the customer annually, covering adoption, support, and roadmap discussions. + Share new product offers and innovations during business reviews to drive sales. + Monitor account health, identify risks, and collaborate on Save Plans with appropriate teams. + Maintain accuracy of account contacts and sentiment in SFDC, including a rolling four-quarter pipeline. **Basic Qualifications:** + At least 8 years of experience driving full cycle sales management process + Proven experience with a mix of transactional and strategic deals, ranging from 9-12 month sales cycles. + Demonstrated ability to consistently exceed a $1 million+ quota year over year, maintaining a pipeline three times the quota. + Experience selling SaaS solutions, preferably in HCM, WFM, Payroll, or ERP **Preferred Qualifications:** + Proven track record of building and growing customer relationships in an Enterprise territory. + Experience building strong executive relationships (CHRO, CIO, CFO, COO, etc.) across the account. + Strong consultative selling skills with the ability to understand customer/prospect business requirements. + Excellent communication and presentation skills. + Ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and leverage executive relationships. + Experience with Sandler, Challenger, Powerbase Selling methodology or similar Sales methodology + Superior negotiation, written and verbal communication skills + Up to 50% travel **Equal Opportunity Employer: ** UKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** and its **supplement** . UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. **Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process:** For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . **Pay Transparency:** The base salary range for this position is $170,000 annually; however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for commissions and restricted stock unit awards as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at *************************** It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG:** At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. **About the Team ** The Enterprise Solutions & Experience (ESE) organization, led by our CIO, drives UKG's enterprise transformation. The Value Management Office (VMO), under the VP of IT Strategy & Transformation, is dedicated to ensuring every initiative delivers measurable business outcomes. Value Realization Leaders (VRLs) are embedded within this team to orchestrate strategy, execution, and adoption across ESE, focusing on realized business value. **About the Role ** We are seeking a highly motivated Value Realization Leader to join our ESE team. In this pivotal role, you will ensure that every initiative delivers tangible business outcomes, accelerate ROI, strengthen strategic alignment, and drive adoption across the enterprise. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage the lifecycle of value delivery, and serve as a trusted advisor to executives and initiative sponsors. **Responsibilities :** Strategy Execution & Alignment - Translate enterprise and ESE product strategies into executable, outcome-focused roadmaps tied to business objectives. - Connect projects and initiatives to the company's overarching strategy and align cross-functional teams on priorities, trade-offs, and dependencies. - Partner with business and ESE product leaders to define clear value targets and success measures for every initiative. Value Realization & Impact Tracking - Manage the entire lifecycle of value delivery for projects and programs, from ideation to post-delivery evaluation. - Establish KPIs linked to business outcomes (revenue, cost, customer experience). - Track realized value post-launch and drive accountability for sustained results. - Continuously improve delivery velocity, adoption, and return on investment. Orchestration & Execution Excellence - Oversee the entire project and program portfolio, ensuring resources are allocated to initiatives that provide the greatest value. - Coordinate across ESE product, engineering, and business functions to ensure cohesive execution. - Anticipate delivery risks, surface decisions, and remove blockers proactively. - Maintain agility through iteration, feedback loops, and continuous improvement. Advisory & Influence - Serve as a trusted advisor to executives and initiative sponsors. - Apply structured problem-solving and consulting-style frameworks to shape decisions and outcomes. - Communicate progress through business storytelling and outcome-based narratives. Change Leadership & Talent Development - Lead organizational adoption of new capabilities and processes. - Shape mindsets and behaviors to sustain impact beyond project completion. - Coach and mentor teams to build outcome orientation and business fluency **About You** **Basic Qualifications : ** - Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. - 8+ years of experience in program management, strategy execution, or transformation leadership roles. - Proven track record delivering measurable business outcomes in cross-functional environments. - Strong business and technical fluency; able to navigate both executive discussions and delivery details. - Proven experience delivering enterprise business applications (ERP - D365, CRM - Salesforce, EDW, Data & Analytics, HRIS, financial systems) initiatives. - Experience in product-led or technology-driven organizations preferred. - Consulting or advisory background a strong plus. **Preferred Qualifications:** - Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. - Experience with large-scale system architecture and Lean Portfolio Management. - Strong understanding of Agile practices (SAFe, Scrum, LPM, DevOps). - Familiarity with delivering digital employee experience initiatives (collaboration tools, infrastructure, cloud migration, endpoint management). - Certification such as PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, or LPM. - Experience with JIRA, PowerBI, DevOps and ServiceNow SPM tools. - Agile coach experience a plus. **Core Competencies:** - Value Orientation | Strategic Alignment | Business Acumen - Technical / Product Literacy | Problem Solving | Agility - Stakeholder Influence | Change Leadership | Talent Development - Driver of Results and Self Driven **Success Measures:** - % of initiatives meeting or exceeding business value targets - Time-to-value reduction across key programs - Adoption and utilization rates of delivered solutions - Executive stakeholder satisfaction and confidence - Demonstrated uplift in team maturity and delivery culture **Travel Requirement:** 15% Travel This job description has been written to include the general nature of work performed. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive detailed inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . The pay range for this position is $115,100 to $155,000 however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ********************************************* It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG** At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. **About the Role** We are seeking a strategic and visionary Enterprise Architect-Data to join our Enterprise Architecture team, reporting to the VP of Enterprise Architecture. This role is a critical partner to our Business and Application architects, responsible for defining and executing the enterprise-wide data strategy, particularly in the context of a dynamic, M&A-driven environment. The successful candidate will design a scalable, secure, and resilient data ecosystem that transforms data into a trusted enterprise asset. You will be responsible for aligning the company's data architecture with its overall business strategy, ensuring that data is leveraged effectively to drive analytics, insights, and power AI-driven outcomes. **Responsibilities** - Lead the architectural design and strategy to ensure all enterprise data is treated as a unified asset. This involves creating a seamless consolidation and rationalization strategy that applies to all major data-centric initiatives, whether they are driven by M&A or by the development of new internal applications and services. - Partner with application development teams to provide data-centric design insights into core business applications, ensuring the data layers are designed for scalability, quality, and analytical use from the outset. - Analyze and document the current-state data landscape, including data sources, lineage, storage, and consumption patterns to identify gaps, redundancies, and modernization opportunities. - Develop and maintain the enterprise data architecture, including conceptual, logical, and physical data models, data flow diagrams, and integration patterns in alignment with industry standards. - Collaborate with business leaders, data scientists, and engineering teams to define strategic goals and translate them into data, analytics, and AI requirements. - Design and govern the target-state enterprise data architecture, incorporating modern patterns such as Medallion Architecture and principles of Data Mesh. This includes standards for the data warehouse, data lake, streaming platforms, master data management (MDM), and the platforms and patterns that support our AI/ML initiatives. - Develop and govern the enterprise API strategy for data, defining standards for REST APIs and managing data access for internal and external applications through an API Gateway. - Design and govern 'Reverse ETL' patterns that deliver analytics and AI-driven insights back into operational systems (e.g., Salesforce, Eloqua, D365). - Incorporate FinOps principles into all data architecture designs, ensuring solutions are optimized for cost-effectiveness by leveraging BigQuery best practices (e.g., partitioning, clustering), appropriate storage tiers, and efficient compute. - Partner with product managers, solution architects, and business architects to ensure data solutions are designed for scalability, performance, and security while meeting business needs. - Define and enforce enterprise-wide data governance standards, including data quality, metadata management, data security, and data privacy in partnership with the Enterprise Data and Analytics Office (EDAO). - Evaluate data-related requirements to assist in selecting the right data technologies, platforms, and tools that support a scalable, future-ready data ecosystem. - Contribute to enterprise transformation initiatives by providing data-architecture-driven insights and strategic guidance on how to best leverage data assets. - Facilitate workshops and working sessions with stakeholders to align on data definitions, standards, and architectural principles. - Utilize predefined frameworks and templates effectively, ensuring all data architecture artifacts are maintained and regularly updated. **About You** **Basic Qualifications** - 15-20 years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, data management, or a related senior-level role. - Proven, hands-on experience leading data platform consolidation and integration initiatives following corporate mergers and acquisitions (M&A). - Deep, hands-on expertise with the Google Cloud data stack is essential, including extensive experience with BigQuery, Cloud Composer, Vertex AI, Pub/Sub, and Cloud Run. - Demonstrated experience designing data integration and Reverse ETL patterns for major enterprise SaaS platforms, specifically Salesforce.com, Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365), and Oracle Eloqua. - Hands-on experience with both traditional enterprise ETL tools (e.g., Informatica, Talend) and modern data engineering languages and libraries (e.g., Python, Spark). - Hands-on experience with API design and management, including designing REST APIs and using API Gateways (e.g., Google Apigee, Kong) to secure and manage data access for both internal and external applications. - Deep understanding of both modern data architecture patterns (e.g., Medallion Architecture, Data Mesh) and traditional dimensional modeling techniques (e.g., Kimball, Star Schema). - Proven experience designing data architectures that support and enable advanced AI applications, including machine learning pipelines and integrations for Agentic AI. - Experience designing, contributing to, or implementing an enterprise Data Marketplace or Data Catalog. - Demonstrated experience designing and implementing robust data quality frameworks (e.g., setting up DQ monitoring, defining validation rules) and data security controls (e.g., data encryption, PII masking, column-level security) within a cloud data platform. - Excellent and proven communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills. **Preferred Qualifications:** - You love working on data systems and are obsessed with quality, consistency, and scale. - You enjoy solving complex problems and have a deep-thinking, analytical mindset. - You think of 'data as a product' and have experience designing data services and APIs for consumption by a wide range of applications and users. - You gain gratification from seeing your ideas take shape and become real-world solutions used by a large number of users. - You are proactive, detail-oriented, and motivated by impact at scale. - You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy bridging business and technology perspectives. - You are an individual contributor who enjoys taking ownership and adding tangible value to the organization. - You are a seasoned professional who can work independently with minimal guidance and assistance, while still driving outcomes effectively. **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . The pay range for this position is $145,600.00 to $209,300.00, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ********************************************* It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG** At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. **About the Role** As a Senior Principal Data Engineer within the Enterprise Data & Analytics Office, you will lead the design, evolution, and operational excellence of Nexus, UKG's unified, GCP-based data platform, enabling analytics, AI, and enterprise decision-making at scale. You will translate architectural vision into reliable, scalable, cost-efficient data systems, lead platform modernization efforts, and set the engineering bar for data ingestion, transformation, and operational analytics across UKG. **Key Responsibilities:** Enterprise Data Engineering Leadership - Drive the implementation of standardized medallion architecture (Bronze-Silver-Gold) across all domains. - Establish and enforce engineering patterns for batch, streaming, CDC, and event-driven pipelines. - Drive design patterns for Fact and Dimension modeling, data mesh, and change data capture (CDC). Platform & Pipeline Excellence - Design and evolve scalable data pipelines using GCP-native services (BigQuery, GCS, Composer, Pub/Sub, Dataflow) and Databricks (Delta Lake, DLT). - Ensure platform reliability, performance, and scalability for petabyte-scale analytics workloads. - Lead engineering decisions around partitioning, clustering, query optimization, and cost controls (FinOps). - Own observability standards (freshness, SLAs, error handling, monitoring). Engineering Standards, Quality & Governance - Define and enforce engineering standards for data quality, testing, CI/CD, and production readiness. - Implement automated data quality frameworks, lineage, and metadata integration in partnership with Data Governance and Architecture teams. - Ensure all pipelines meet SOX, security, and auditability requirements. - Partner with Architects to ensure engineering implementations align to enterprise reference architectures. Cross-Functional Delivery & Influence - Partner with Product Managers, Product Owners, Architects, and Analytics leaders to deliver high-impact data capabilities. - Act as the technical escalation point for complex production issues and platform risks. - Influence roadmap decisions by balancing technical feasibility, delivery velocity, and long-term sustainability. - Support ESE Agile delivery by enabling architecture runway and reducing technical blockers. Mentorship & Organizational Impact - Mentor Principal, Senior, and Mid-level Data Engineers, raising the overall engineering maturity of the organization. - Lead by example through design reviews, code reviews, and engineering forums. - Build reusable frameworks, libraries, and accelerators that scale engineering productivity. - Foster a culture of ownership, quality, and continuous improvement. **Basic Qualifications:** - 15+ years of experience in data engineering, data platforms, or large-scale analytics systems. - Proven leadership delivering enterprise-scale data platforms and migrations. - Deep hands-on experience large (Petabyte) scale operating data platforms . Technical Expertise - GCP (required): BigQuery, GCS, Cloud Composer, Pub/Sub, Dataflow, Dataform, Dataproc, Dataplex - Databricks: Delta Lake, Delta Live Tables, Spark, Unity Catalog - Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, Spark, and distributed systems - Expertise in data modeling, ELT patterns, CDC, and streaming architectures - Experience supporting AI/ML pipelines, feature stores, and analytics consumption - Strong understanding of Dimensional Modeling, ELT and modern data lakehouse patterns. Leadership & Collaboration - Proven ability to influence without authority across engineering, product, and architecture teams. - Strong communication skills with both technical and executive audiences. - Track record of mentoring senior engineers and leading complex initiatives. **Preferred Qualifications:** - Experience modernizing legacy warehouses and ETL platforms. - Familiarity with Data Mesh execution and domain-aligned data products. - Experience implementing FinOps practices for analytics platforms. - Exposure to AI/ML enablement, feature engineering, or agent-driven analytics. - Google Cloud certifications (Data Engineer, Architect) preferred **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . The pay range for this position is $184,300.00 to $230,000 however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ********************************************* It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG** : At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. **About the Team ** The Enterprise Solutions & Experience (ESE) organization, led by our CIO, drives UKG's enterprise transformation. The Value Management Office (VMO), under the VP of IT Strategy & Transformation, is dedicated to ensuring every initiative delivers measurable business outcomes. Value Realization Leaders (VRLs) are embedded within this team to orchestrate strategy, execution, and adoption across ESE, focusing on realized business value. **About the Role ** We are looking for a dynamic Senior Manager, VMO leader, to join our ESE team. This role leads a team of Value Realization Leaders, guiding alignment with corporate strategy, monitoring excellence, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. in this pivotal role, you will ensure that every initiative delivers tangible business outcomes, accelerate ROI, strengthen strategic alignment, and drive adoption across the enterprise. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage the lifecycle of value delivery, and serve as a trusted advisor to executives and initiative sponsors. **Responsibilities:** People Management - Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team by fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. - Provide clear direction, communicate performance expectations, and regular feedback to ensure achievement of individual and departmental goals. - Effectively manage resource allocation, balance team workloads, and capacity planning to ensure operational efficiency and alignment with strategic priorities. Strategy Execution & Alignment - Develop and drive the translation of enterprise and ESE product strategies into executable, outcome-driven plans that shape and influence business direction. - Lead strategic alignment across functions by ensuring initiatives and programs reinforce enterprise priorities, proactively managing trade-offs, and optimizing portfolio-level interdependencies. - Partner with senior business and product leaders to set enterprise-wide value realization targets and define success measures that guide investment and execution decisions. Value Realization & Impact Tracking - Manage the entire life cycle of value delivery for projects and programs, from ideation to post-delivery evaluation. - Establish KPIs linked to business outcomes (revenue, cost, customer experience); review progress against targets - Track realized value post-launch and drive accountability for sustained results. - Continuously improve delivery velocity, adoption, and return on investment. Orchestration & Execution Excellence - Oversee the entire project and program portfolio, ensuring resources are allocated to initiatives that provide the greatest value. - Coordinate across ESE product, engineering, and business functions to ensure cohesive execution. - Anticipate delivery risks, surface decisions, and remove blockers proactively. - Maintain agility through iteration, feedback loops, and continuous improvement. Advisory & Influence at Scale - Guide decision-making by reviewing structured problem-solving approaches and outcome-based recommendations. - Provide executive-level visibility through oversight of reporting and storytelling frameworks. Change Leadership & Talent Development - Lead and ensure organizational adoption of new capabilities and processes. - Shape mindsets and behaviors to sustain impact beyond project completion. - Coach and mentor teams to build outcome orientation and business fluency **About You ** **Basic Qualifications :** - Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. - 5+ years of experience leading and managing teams, including responsibility for performance, development, and engagement. - 12+ years of experience in program management, strategy execution, or transformation leadership roles. - Proven track record delivering measurable business outcomes in cross-functional environments. - Strong business and technical fluency; able to navigate both executive discussions and delivery details. - Proven experience delivering enterprise business applications (ERP - D365, CRM - Salesforce, EDW, Data & Analytics, HRIS, financial systems) and digital employee experience initiatives (collaboration tools, infrastructure, cloud migration, endpoint management), - Experience in product-led or technology-driven organizations preferred. - Consulting or advisory background a strong plus. **Preferred Qualifications:** - Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field - Experience with large-scale system architecture and Lean Portfolio Management. - Strong understanding of Agile practices (SAFe, Scrum, LPM, DevOps). - Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, LPM are preferred. - Experience with JIRA, PowerBI, DevOps and ServiceNow SPM tools - Agile coach experience a plus **Core Competencies** - Value Orientation | Strategic Alignment | Business Acumen - Technical / Product Literacy | Problem Solving | Agility - Stakeholder Influence | Change Leadership | Talent Development - Driver of Results and Self Driven **Success Measures** - % of initiatives meeting or exceeding business value targets - Time-to-value reduction across key programs - Adoption and utilization rates of delivered solutions - Executive stakeholder satisfaction and confidence - Demonstrated uplift in team maturity and delivery culture **Travel Requirement:** 15% Travel This job description has been written to include the general nature of work performed. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive detailed inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** The pay range for this position is $129,500 to $180,000, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ********************************************* It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we're only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on. At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all. Here, we know that you're more than your work. That's why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose - a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you're passionate about our purpose - people -then we can't wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We're united by purpose, inspired by you. UKG is seeking a highly motivated Enterprise Account Executive, who will be responsible for net-new logo sales in our S&D West business segment. While each AE owns a few upsell accounts, this is a true Hunter role. If you are a highly successful HRMS/Payroll salesperson and have followed the growing success of our company, then you know that we rarely have an opening in our sales ranks. Why? Because we hire only the best HRMS/Payroll Reps and arm them with the best products, support personnel, and tools to ensure long-term success with us. Now it's your turn for an opportunity to build your sales legacy: we are expanding our sales force and are looking for the very best to represent UKG. **About You:** - 5-7+ years proven success selling cloud/SaaS solutions to C level. HRMS/Payroll experience a strong plus. - Consistently exceed a $2 Million+ quota - 3+ years selling complex deals over $800K in ARR - Demonstrated experience building a territory and pipeline from scratch - Consistently execute a thoughtful, strategic sales process including internal business partners and executive engagement. Challenging? Yes! UKG expects a lot of our AE's and we provide a lot for our reps to succeed: - Tenured management who are skilled at guiding highly successful sales personnel - Seasoned Application Consultant team to assist with proposals, RFPs, and demos - Expert Technical Sales Support - Highly reference-able customer base with 96% customer retention with our hosted SaaS solution - Solid Sales Operations and Legal staff focused on helping process and close contracts quickly - Award-winning HRMS/Payroll, Talent Management, and Time and Attendance solutions, consistently outperforming our competitors' products - Software-as-a-Service solution for the growing number of companies relying upon SaaS benefits - Award-winning Implementation and Customer Support teams dedicated to bringing customers live in industry-record timeframes - A company culture that breeds and supports success at every level, putting our employees first! Rewarding? Absolutely! You will have confidence in the performance of the solutions you sell and also in the quality of service your customers will receive, ensuring your accounts will be satisfied with their decision to go with UKG. UKG offers generous escalating commission percentages, and club locations are luxurious. **Travel Requirement:** - 30-40% **Where We're Going:** UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it's our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow! **Pay Transparency:** The base salary range for this position is $140,000 annually; however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for commissions and restricted stock unit awards as part of an industry leading total compensation package. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at *************************** . **Equal Opportunity Employer:** UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View **The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** ** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters **here (******************************************************************************************** . ** It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. **Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process:** For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG:** At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. **About the Team ** The Enterprise Solutions & Experience (ESE) organization, led by our CIO, drives UKG's enterprise transformation. The Value Management Office (VMO), under the VP of IT Strategy & Transformation, is dedicated to ensuring every initiative delivers measurable business outcomes. Value Realization Leaders (VRLs) are embedded within this team to orchestrate strategy, execution, and adoption across ESE, focusing on realized business value. **About the Role ** We are seeking a highly motivated Value Realization Leader to join our ESE team. In this pivotal role, you will ensure that every initiative delivers tangible business outcomes, accelerate ROI, strengthen strategic alignment, and drive adoption across the enterprise. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage the lifecycle of value delivery, and serve as a trusted advisor to executives and initiative sponsors. **Responsibilities:** Strategy Execution & Alignment - Develop and drive the translation of enterprise and ESE product strategies into executable, outcome-driven plans that shape and influence business direction. - Lead strategic alignment across functions by ensuring initiatives and programs reinforce enterprise priorities, proactively managing trade-offs, and optimizing portfolio-level interdependencies. - Partner with senior business and product leaders to set enterprise-wide value realization targets and define success measures that guide investment and execution decisions. Value Realization & Impact Tracking - Manage the entire life cycle of value delivery for projects and programs, from ideation to post-delivery evaluation. - Establish KPIs linked to business outcomes (revenue, cost, customer experience). - Track realized value post-launch and drive accountability for sustained results. - Continuously improve delivery velocity, adoption, and return on investment. Orchestration & Execution Excellence - Oversee the entire project and program portfolio, ensuring resources are allocated to initiatives that provide the greatest value. - Coordinate across ESE product, engineering, and business functions to ensure cohesive execution. - Anticipate delivery risks, surface decisions, and remove blockers proactively. - Maintain agility through iteration, feedback loops, and continuous improvement. Advisory & Influence - Serve as a trusted advisor to executives and initiative sponsors. - Apply structured problem-solving and consulting-style frameworks to shape decisions and outcomes. - Communicate progress through business storytelling and outcome-based narratives Change Leadership & Talent Development - Lead organizational adoption of new capabilities and processes. - Shape mindsets and behaviors to sustain impact beyond project completion. - Coach and mentor teams to build outcome orientation and business fluency. **About You** **Basic Qualifications:** - Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. - 12+ years of experience in program management, strategy execution, or transformation leadership roles. - Proven track record delivering measurable business outcomes in cross-functional environments. - Strong business and technical fluency; able to navigate both executive discussions and delivery details. - Proven experience delivering enterprise business applications (ERP - D365, CRM - Salesforce, EDW, Data & Analytics, HRIS, financial systems) and digital employee experience initiatives (collaboration tools, infrastructure, cloud migration, endpoint management) initiatives - Experience in product-led or technology-driven organizations preferred. - Consulting or advisory background a strong plus. **Preferred Qualifications:** - Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field - Experience with large-scale system architecture and Lean Portfolio Management. - Strong understanding of Agile practices (SAFe, Scrum, LPM, DevOps). - Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, LPM are preferred. - Experience with JIRA, PowerBI, DevOps and ServiceNow SPM tools - Agile coach experience a plus **Core Competencies** - Value Orientation | Strategic Alignment | Business Acumen - Technical / Product Literacy | Problem Solving | Agility - Stakeholder Influence | Change Leadership | Talent Development - Driver of Results and Self Driven **Success Measures:** - % of initiatives meeting or exceeding business value targets - Time-to-value reduction across key programs - Adoption and utilization rates of delivered solutions - Executive stakeholder satisfaction and confidence - Demonstrated uplift in team maturity and delivery culture **Travel Requirement:** 15% Travel This job description has been written to include the general nature of work performed. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive detailed inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . The pay range for this position is $145,600 to $172,000, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ********************************************* It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.

**Why UKG** At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you. **About the Role** The Program Management Business Analyst (PMBA) partners with program managers, business leaders, and cross-functional teams to drive successful program delivery through data-driven insights, process optimization, and clear requirements definition. This role bridges business needs and execution, ensuring programs align with strategic objectives, timelines, and measurable outcomes. **Key Responsibilities:** Program & Business Analysis + Partner with Program Managers to support planning, execution, tracking, and reporting of complex programs + Elicit, analyze, document, and validate business requirements, functional requirements, and success metrics + Translate business objectives into actionable insights, roadmaps, and deliverables + Identify dependencies, risks, and gaps across initiatives and recommend mitigation strategies Stakeholder Collaboration + Serve as a trusted liaison between business stakeholders, program leadership, technology teams, and vendors + Facilitate workshops, working sessions, and stakeholder reviews to align on scope, priorities, and outcomes + Support change management efforts by documenting impacts and supporting communication plans Data, Reporting & Insights + Develop dashboards, reports, and executive-ready presentations to communicate program health and performance + Track KPIs, milestones, financials, and benefits realization across programs + Use data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities Process Improvement & Governance + Analyze and improve program and portfolio management processes + Support governance forums with status updates, issue tracking, and decision documentation + Contribute to standardization of templates, tools, and best practices across the program organization **About You** **Basic Qualifications:** + Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Finance, Management, or a related field + 3-7 years of experience as a Business Analyst, Program Analyst, or related role + Experience supporting large, cross-functional programs or portfolios + Strong requirements gathering, documentation, and analysis skills + Proficiency in program/project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid) **Tools and Technologies** + Experience with program/project management tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet, MS Project, ADO) + Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar reporting tools preferred + Familiarity with process modeling and documentation techniques (e.g., BPMN, process maps) **Preferred Qualifications:** + Experience working within a Program Management Office (PMO) or enterprise program environment + Certifications such as CBAP, PMI-PBA, PMP, PgMP, or Agile certifications + Experience with financial tracking, budgeting, or benefits realization + SaaS, HR tech, or enterprise software experience (if applicable) **Key Competencies:** + Strategic thinking with strong attention to detail + Ability to manage ambiguity and shifting priorities + Influential without authority; strong facilitation skills + Highly organized, proactive, and results-oriented + Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities + Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting **Company Overview:** UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (************************************************************************************************** UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (******************************************************************************************** . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email ****************** . The pay range for this position is $102,300.00 to $147,050.00, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ********************************************* It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.