HRIS Integration Lead

PEPL has been engaged to place a HRIS Integration Lead for a growing client in the technology industry located in Sarasota, Florida. This is a fully remote role. The HRIS Integration Lead will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining integrations across their diverse HCM technology ecosystem. This role will lead integration strategy and execution for UKG Pro and manage connections between multiple HCM platforms (Workday, HiBob, etc.) and third-party vendors across their 30+ operating companies. The Integration Lead will manage one direct report and serve as the technical expert for all HRIS integration activities.

Key Responsibilities

Integration Architecture & Strategy

• Build and maintain integrations between HCM systems and multiple unique vendor environments (e.g., connecting one HCM to multiple Greenhouse instances across different OpCos)
• Design and implement integration solutions for UKG Pro, serving as the primary technical expert for UKG's integration capabilities (Integration Hub, SFTP, APIs, UDE rules)
• Develop and maintain integration architecture for bi-directional data flows between disparate HCM systems (e.g., Workday ↔ UKG, HiBob ↔ UKG)
• Create scalable integration frameworks that support their decentralized operating company structure
• Experience building centralized data repositories across multiple source systems
• Cross-HCM Data Strategy
• Design data consolidation approaches across multiple HCM platforms
• Develop reporting solutions that span multiple source systems

Technical Delivery & Configuration

• Document integration specifications, data mapping, and technical processes
• Configure UKG Pro to optimize integration capabilities and support expanding connectivity needs
• Build and maintain SFTP connections, API integrations, and custom interfaces
• Develop UDE (User-Defined Event) rules and Integration Hub workflows
• Troubleshoot integration failures and implement monitoring solutions
• Proactive problem identification and solution development

M&A Integration Support

• Lead HRIS integration activities for bolt-on acquisitions, including system assessments and migration planning
• Integrate acquired companies' HCM systems into existing infrastructure or establish new connection points
• Coordinate with OpCo stakeholders to understand unique integration requirements

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with HRIS Analysts to ensure data integrity across integrated systems
• Manage relationships with integration vendors and technical contacts
• Coordinate with multiple operating companies to understand their unique vendor ecosystems
• Partner with OpCo HR and IT teams to implement and support company-specific integrations
• Translating technical concepts for non-technical HR stakeholders
• Facilitating requirements gathering across diverse business units

Team Leadership

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to one direct report
• Develop team capabilities in integration technologies and methodologies
• Manage integration project timelines and deliverables

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of HRIS integration experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior capacity
• Deep expertise in UKG Pro integration capabilities (Integration Hub, SFTP, APIs, UDE rules, interface builds)
• Proven experience integrating multiple HCM platforms (Workday, HiBob, ADP, SAP SuccessFactors, or similar)
• Strong technical proficiency in:
• API integration (REST, SOAP)
• SFTP file transfers and data mapping
• XML, JSON, and CSV file formats
• Integration middleware platforms
• Experience managing one-to-many integration scenarios (e.g., one system connecting to multiple vendor instances)
• Project management skills with ability to handle multiple concurrent integration initiatives
• Experience in complex, multi-entity organizational structures

Preferred Qualifications

• UKG Pro certification or advanced training
• Experience with M&A HRIS integration activities
• Knowledge of ATS systems (Greenhouse, Lever, iCIMS) and their integration patterns
• Experience with decentralized holding company structures
• Familiarity with HR data security, compliance, and governance requirements
• Background in change management and stakeholder communication

Technical Competencies

• Integration architecture and design patterns
• Data mapping and transformation logic
• Error handling and monitoring frameworks
• Version control and documentation practices
• SQL and database concepts
• Understanding of HR data structures and workflows