Principal Technology Partner Executive

Define and execute partnership strategies that support UKG's long-term business objectives, product vision, and go-to-market priorities. Lead UKG's most strategic technology partnerships, serving as the executive relationship owner and trusted advisor for partner stakeholders. Influence cross-functional leaders across Product, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Legal, and Operations to align partnership investments and execution plans. Drive large-scale partnership initiatives with significant visibility, complexity, and business impact, including integration strategy, partner enablement, and commercialization. Anticipate industry trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging technologies to identify new partnership opportunities and inform strategic decisions. Develop business cases, success metrics, and performance frameworks to evaluate partnership effectiveness and guide investment decisions. Resolve complex business, technical, and operational challenges while balancing partner, customer, and UKG priorities. Partner closely with field sales leadership to accelerate joint customer opportunities and maximize ecosystem value. Act as a thought leader within UKG and the broader HR technology ecosystem, representing partnership strategy and market insights to senior stakeholders. 10+ years of experience in Enterprise SaaS, technology partnerships, business development, product strategy, or related disciplines. Demonstrated success leading strategic partnerships and cross-functional initiatives with significant business impact. Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior leaders, build consensus, and drive outcomes across complex organizations. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills with both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven ability to lead multiple high-priority initiatives while navigating ambiguity and competing priorities. Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities. Deep commitment to delivering outcomes that benefit UKG, our customers, and our partners. Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred. Experience in technology partnerships, management consulting, strategic alliances, channel ecosystems, or product leadership. Knowledge of software integrations, APIs, and platform ecosystems. Strong understanding of the Human Capital Management and/or Workforce Management industry. Experience influencing executive stakeholders and leading global initiatives. Ability to identify emerging market trends and translate insights into business strategy.