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Menlo Park, CA · On-site

$160K - $210K/yr

In this role, you will own the technical delivery and outcome for complex, high-priority ... Experience designing and implementing MLOps frameworks and model lifecycle management at enterprise ...

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How much do senior technical delivery manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior technical delivery manager in the United States is $135,610.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $113,500.00 and $156,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a technical delivery manager do?

A Technical Delivery Manager oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects, ensuring they meet quality, scope, and deadline requirements. They coordinate between development teams, stakeholders, and clients, often using project management tools and methodologies like Agile or Scrum to ensure smooth delivery and effective communication.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Technical Delivery Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Technical Delivery Manager, you need strong project management expertise, deep technical knowledge in relevant domains, and experience leading cross-functional teams, often backed by a bachelor’s degree in a technical field. Familiarity with tools like Jira, Agile/Scrum frameworks, and certifications such as PMP or AWS Certified Solutions Architect are typically required. Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills help you navigate complex projects and drive alignment across teams. These capabilities are essential to ensure timely, high-quality technical delivery that meets organizational goals and client expectations.

What is the difference between Senior Technical Delivery Manager vs Technical Project Manager?

AspectSenior Technical Delivery ManagerTechnical Project Manager
CredentialsTypically requires technical certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile, Scrum) and experience in delivery managementOften holds PMP, Prince2, or Agile certifications, with a focus on project management skills
Work EnvironmentLeads cross-functional teams, manages technical delivery, and oversees project execution at a strategic levelManages project scope, schedule, and resources, focusing on project planning and execution
Industry UsageCommon in IT, software development, and technology sectorsWidely used across IT, engineering, and technology industries

The Senior Technical Delivery Manager focuses on overseeing technical delivery and strategic management of projects, often with a technical background. In contrast, the Technical Project Manager emphasizes project planning, scope, and resource management, typically with a stronger focus on project execution. Both roles require certifications and experience in project management but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What is the highest paid delivery job?

For a Senior Technical Delivery Manager, the highest paid delivery roles are typically in senior management positions such as Program Director or VP of Delivery, with salaries often exceeding $150,000 annually. These roles require extensive experience, leadership skills, and often involve overseeing large-scale projects or multiple teams across industries like IT, software development, or consulting.

How does a Senior Technical Delivery Manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during large-scale projects?

A Senior Technical Delivery Manager plays a pivotal role in aligning developers, QA, business analysts, and stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met. They often facilitate regular progress meetings, resolve technical roadblocks, and communicate project status and expectations across departments. This role requires strong interpersonal skills to mediate between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring everyone is informed and aligned. Effective collaboration is key to delivering successful outcomes on time and within scope.

How much do delivery managers get paid?

Senior Technical Delivery Managers typically earn between $100,000 and $150,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. Salaries can vary based on company size, certifications, and technical expertise, with some earning higher in competitive markets or with specialized skills in project management tools like Agile or Scrum.

What is a senior technical delivery manager?

A senior technical delivery manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical projects within an organization. They coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure technical solutions meet client requirements and quality standards, often utilizing project management methodologies like Agile or Scrum.
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Infographic showing various Senior Technical Delivery Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 63% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $135,610 per year, or $65.2 per hour.
Senior Technical Delivery Consultant - AI Practice

Senior Technical Delivery Consultant - AI Practice

Workday

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago


Workday rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th of 209 rated software companies


Job description

Your work days are brighter here.

We're obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we're shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you'll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We're in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you'll do meaningful work with Workmates who've got your back. In return, we'll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you've found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.

About the Team

The AI Practice Delivery team is part of Workday's Professional Services organization and is responsible for the technical realization of Workday AI for our customers. Our technical consultants work across architecture, integrations, data, and configuration to ensure that Native AI Agents, the Workday Agent Platform, and Sana are deployed in a performant, secure, and scalable way.

About the Role

As a Senior Technical AI Practice Delivery Consultant, you will be the lead technical architect responsible for designing and overseeing the delivery of endtoend AI solutions for Workday's most complex global customers. You will work across Native AI Agents, the Workday Agent Platform, external LLMs, and Sana to define how data flows, integrations, and configurations come together to produce trustworthy, highimpact AI experiences.

You will lead technical workstreams, advise Csuite and technical stakeholders, and collaborate closely with Product and Engineering to shape how Workday AI is deployed at scale.

Key Responsibilities

  • Solution Design:
    Architect endtoend AI solutions across the Workday ecosystem, including data flows, integration patterns, and technical controls that connect Native Agents, custom agents on the Workday Agent Platform, and Sana's knowledge and content capabilities.

  • Strategic Advisory:
    Act as a trusted technical advisor to Csuite and senior technical leaders, translating AI architecture choices into clear business value, risk considerations, and longterm digital transformation roadmaps.

  • Technical Leadership:
    Lead technical delivery for AI workstreams, providing oversight for configuration, integrations, data preparation, privacy and security controls, and modelrelated tuning within the Workday environment.

  • Innovation & Feedback:
    Partner closely with Workday Product and Engineering teams to share realworld insights from customer deployments, informing the evolution of the Agent Platform, AI tooling, and Sana integration capabilities.

  • Ecosystem Integration:
    Design and validate patterns for how Workday AI interacts with thirdparty systems and external LLMs, ensuring data integrity, security, and adherence to Workday's Ethical AI principles.

About You

Basic Qualifications

Senior Level

  • 5+ years of experience in enterprise software implementation, technical architecture, and technical consulting (e.g., Workday, HCM/FIN, or similar platforms), including leading complex, multisystem initiatives

  • 1+ years of handson experience with enterprise AI/ML or intelligent automation deployments (e.g., LLMbased solutions, RAG architectures, or AIdriven workflows)

Principal Level

  • 8+ years of experience in enterprise software implementation, technical architecture, and technical consulting (e.g., Workday, HCM/FIN, or similar platforms), including leading complex, multisystem initiatives

  • 2+ years of handson experience with enterprise AI/ML or intelligent automation deployments (e.g., LLMbased solutions, RAG architectures, or AIdriven workflows)

Other Qualifications

  • Strong background in technical architecture, with experience designing data flows, integration patterns, and security models across SaaS ecosystems and external services

  • Deep familiarity with the Workday ecosystem (HCM and/or Financials), including core configuration concepts, integration frameworks, and security models, or equivalent experience with similar enterprise platforms

  • Practical experience with AI concepts such as LLMs, retrievalaugmented generation (RAG), prompt design, and orchestration layers, and how these can be applied in an enterprise context

  • Experience in professional services or consulting, leading technical delivery for highstakes customer programs and collaborating closely with engagement managers, functional consultants, and customer IT teams

  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex AI and architectural topics to nontechnical stakeholders while engaging deeply with developers, data engineers, and product teams

  • Demonstrated decisionmaking and work management skills: prioritizing technical tradeoffs, managing technical risk, and organizing complex work across multiple parallel workstreams

  • Experience driving process improvements in technical delivery practices (e.g., establishing reference architectures, reusable patterns, or automation that improves consistency and quality)

  • Strong alignment with Workday's Ethical AI principles, with a focus on designing solutions that are transparent, fair, secure, and compliant with data privacy requirements

Posting End Date: 08/28/2026

The application deadline for this role is the same as the posting end date stated


Workday Pay Transparency Statement

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate's compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday's comprehensive benefits, please click here.

Primary Location: USA.IL.Chicago


Primary Location Base Pay Range: $147,400 USD - $221,000 USD


Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $133,300 USD - $236,900 USD

Additional Considerations:

If performed in Colorado, the pay range for this job is $140,300 - $210,500 USD based on min and max pay range for that role if performed in CO.

The application deadline for this role is the same as the posting end date stated as below:

08/28/2026


Our Approach to Flexible Work

With Flex Work, we're combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.


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About Workday

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Workday's journey began with a transformative idea generated during a breakfast conversation between its founders in sunny California. What set us apart from the start was our people-centric culture, driven by the core value of prioritizing our employees. At Workday, the happiness, growth, and contributions of every team member are at the heart of who we are. Our collaborative and employee-focused culture is the key ingredient for our business success. We not only care for our people but also for the communities and the environment, all while maintaining profitability. Embrace your uniqueness, as we encourage our Workmates to shine brightly in their authentic selves. Our passion and energy make us distinct, and we are inspired to create a brighter workday for everyone.

Industry

Software development

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Pleasanton, CA, US

Year founded

2005