Senior Manager, Software Development Engineering (us Federal)

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Reston, VA, USA
Base: $193,200 - $289,800 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Fully remote
Kubernetes based platform management
Infrastructure automation with terraform
Ci/cd pipelines using argo cd
This role supports U.S. federal agencies by modernizing employee lifecycle experiences and finance operations through secure, high-impact technology

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. federal agencies by modernizing employee lifecycle experiences and finance operations through secure, high-impact technology.
  • You will lead a team responsible for operating, monitoring, and automating a Kubernetes-based platform to ensure high availability and scalability.
  • The position requires managing infrastructure provisioning and application deployments while fostering a culture of curiosity, accountability, and trust.

Matching Summary

This role supports U.S. federal agencies by modernizing employee lifecycle experiences and finance operations through secure, high-impact technology.

Salary

Base: $193,200 - $289,800 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Kubernetes based platform management
  • Infrastructure automation with Terraform
  • CI/CD pipelines using Argo CD
  • High availability and security maintenance
  • Leading software development engineering teams

Nice-to-have

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Collaborative mindset across time zones
  • Passion for automation and innovation
  • Experience with air gapped cloud regions
  • Commitment to integrity and shared responsibility

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years managing software development engineering teams
  • Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with large scale cloud infrastructure
  • Bachelor's degree in computer related field or equivalent experience
  • Must be a United States citizen (naturalized or native)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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