Dayforce TPM
Vaco LLC
Los Angeles, CA
Technical Program Manager – Dayforce (HCM)
Role Overview
The Technical Program Manager – Dayforce is responsible for leading the delivery of Dayforce HCM programs, serving as the primary liaison between HR, Payroll, IT, and external partners. This role owns program execution across implementations, enhancements, integrations, and ongoing optimization to ensure scalable, compliant, and efficient HR systems.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end Dayforce programs including implementations, upgrades, and enhancements
Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, and Operations to gather requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions
Own program planning, timelines, dependencies, risks, and delivery across multiple workstreams
Manage Dayforce modules such as Core HR, Payroll, Workforce Management, Benefits, Time & Attendance, and Talent (as applicable)
Oversee integrations between Dayforce and internal and third-party systems
Coordinate with external vendors and implementation partners to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery
Drive testing strategy including UAT planning, execution, defect tracking, and resolution
Ensure compliance with payroll, labor, and workforce regulations, particularly in multi-location environments
Provide clear status updates, risk assessments, and communication to stakeholders and leadership
Support post-launch stabilization, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in Technical Program Management, Systems Program Management, or related roles
Hands-on experience leading Dayforce HCM implementations or major enhancements
Strong understanding of HRIS, Payroll, and Workforce Management systems
Experience managing complex, cross-functional technical programs end-to-end
Ability to translate business requirements into actionable delivery plans
Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting hourly, multi-location, or retail workforces
Dayforce certification or formal implementation experience
Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid delivery methodologies
Experience with data migrations, system integrations, and reporting
Nice to Have
Experience with global or multi-state payroll
Exposure to HR transformation or large-scale systems modernization initiatives
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact
HR@vaco.com
.Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.
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Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.