UKG HCM Integrations Specialist - Contractor - Remote (USA)

About Us: At Improv we are committed to transforming the Human Capital Management (HCM) and Workforce Management (WFM) industry through a strategic focus on Strategy, Process and People. Our goal is to deliver solutions that truly meet our clients' needs-not just the latest trend by partnering with the best in the industry, we broaden our capabilities and consistently achieve outstanding outcomes. Improv empowers our team with a culture of innovation, trust, and open communication, ensuring our people bring their best every day. Our work impacts millions of lives around the globe. We don't take this lightly. It's a big job - and we are all-in. We're always looking for great teammates who share our passion for doing meaningful work that makes a real difference. We're seeking an experienced UKG HCM Integrations Specialist Contractor to design, build, and maintain integrations between UKG Pro HCM (HR Core, Payroll, Benefits, Recruiting, Onboarding, Talent Management) and the third-party systems our clients rely on. This role ensures clean, secure, and reliable data flow across the HCM ecosystem - connecting UKG to payroll providers, benefits carriers, ATS platforms, financial systems, and more - while partnering closely with client stakeholders to keep every integration aligned to real business needs. What You Will Do: Integration Development & Support Design, build, and deploy integrations between UKG Pro HCM and third-party HR, payroll, benefits, and financial systems Develop APIs, connectors, and automation scripts for real-time and batch data synchronization (including carrier feeds, payroll interfaces, and ATS/onboarding data exchanges) Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and security across every integration point in the HCM data flow System Optimization & Configuration Analyze business requirements to configure UKG HCM modules - HR Core, Payroll, Benefits, Recruiting, and Onboarding - for accurate, efficient data exchange Troubleshoot integration errors and recommend best practices for data mapping and system communication Implement role-based access and security controls to protect employee data across connected systems Collaboration & Project Management Partner with HR, Payroll, Benefits, IT, and external vendors to keep systems working together seamlessly Lead integration workstreams within larger UKG projects - upgrades, migrations, and new module rollouts Document integration architecture and train end-users on how the connected systems function Performance Monitoring & Compliance Conduct data integrity audits and ensure integrations comply with labor, payroll, and data privacy regulations Monitor integration performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize workflows Stay current on UKG Pro HCM updates and proactively recommend integration enhancements Your Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, HR Technology, Computer Science, or a related field 3+ years of experience in HRIS integration, preferably with UKG Pro HCM or a comparable HCM platform Proficiency in API development, XML, JSON, and middleware tools (Boomi, Workato, or similar) Experience with SQL queries and data mapping across HR, payroll, and benefits data sets Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot integration issues independently Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical requirements for non-technical stakeholders Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship What Would Make You an Outstanding Candidate UKG Pro certification or hands-on experience optimizing UKG HCM modules Experience with workforce analytics and business intelligence reporting Working knowledge of compliance regulations related to payroll, benefits administration, and employee data privacy Prior experience supporting integrations in a client-facing or consulting environment Why Join Improv? We're committed to building an inclusive environment for our team. If you have a need that requires accommodation, let your recruiter know. We value a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. All employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Improv is an Equal Opportunity Employer.