Posted Jul 9, 2026

Workday Testing Lead – Higher Education

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We’re looking for a Workday Testing Lead who understands how critical testing is in a campus environment. When systems touch payroll, faculty appointments, grants, and students, there’s no room for guesswork. You’ll design and run testing that reflects real Higher Ed workflows and calendar-driven constraints Location Remote with 10% travel to Tuscaloosa, AL, United States Key Responsibilities • Develop and execute the overall Workday testing strategy • Lead system testing, integration testing, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) • Coordinate testing across HR, Finance, Payroll, and academic stakeholders • Validate testing scenarios against Higher Ed business processes • Manage defect tracking, prioritization, and resolution • Support cutover readiness and go-live approval • Ensure testing aligns with academic calendars and payroll cycles Required Qualifications • 5+ years of ERP testing leadership experience • Direct Workday testing experience required • Higher Education experience required • Strong knowledge of end-to-end Workday business processes • Experience with defect management tools and test documentation Preferred Qualifications • Experience testing Workday Student or complex payrolls • QA or testing certification • Prior experience supporting go-live readiness in Higher Ed Created at 2025-12-18 01:41:00 Updated at 2025-12-22 16:27:51 Location: Hybrid (United States, Tuscaloosa, AL) About Cooperdyne Tech: ## About us Cooperdyne Tech is a leading provider of expert IT consulting solutions, founded by Tony and Diane DiSanza. We specialize in elevating businesses through cutting-edge technology strategies that are tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Our mission is to empower organizations to achieve their goals by leveraging the latest technological advancements. ## Team background Our team at Cooperdyne Tech is composed of seasoned professionals with extensive experience in the IT consulting industry. Led by founders Tony and Diane DiSanza, our experts bring a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of success in delivering innovative solutions that drive business growth and efficiency. ## Benefits and perks • Competitive salary packages • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement • Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance • Collaborative and inclusive work environment ## Why you should work here At Cooperdyne Tech, we believe in fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that make a real impact, while being supported by a team of dedicated professionals. We are committed to providing our employees with the resources and opportunities they need to grow and succeed in their careers. More about this company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/106042211/Open positions: • Cooperdyne Tech - PeopleSoft Solutions Architect (Copy) • Cooperdyne Tech - PeopleSoft Administrator - Public Sector (Copy) • Cooperdynetech - Data Engineer • Cooperdyne Tech - Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM) • Cooperdyne Tech - Workday Reporting Lead – Higher Education (Copy) • Cooperdyne Tech - Workday Financials Consultant (Copy) • Cooperdyne Tech - Workday Project Manager • Cooperdyne Tech - Workday Human Resources (HCM) Consultant • Cooperdyne Tech - Trinium Implementation Consultant