Sr Software Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

Reston, VA, USA
Base: $163,800 - $245,800 usd (reston); base: $148...
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5+ years infrastructure experience
Kubernetes architecture and administration
Terraform infrastructure as code proficiency
** Workday is seeking a Sr Software Engineer to join its Government team, focusing on developing and implementing solutions for its Kubernetes platform to support U.S. federal agencies. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, and automation tools, with a strong emphasis on security and compliance. **

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. federal agencies in modernizing employee lifecycle experiences and finance operations with secure enterprise cloud platforms.
  • The team values integrity, respect, and shared responsibility while tackling complex challenges with bold ideas and genuine care.
  • Candidates must be United States citizens to meet federal government security requirements for direct or indirect contracts.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Workday is seeking a Sr Software Engineer to join its Government team, focusing on developing and implementing solutions for its Kubernetes platform to support U.S. federal agencies. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, and automation tools, with a strong emphasis on security and compliance. **

Salary

Base: $163,800 - $245,800 USD (Reston); Base: $148,200 - $264,000 USD (Other US locations); Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years infrastructure experience
  • Kubernetes architecture and administration
  • Terraform infrastructure as code proficiency
  • Argo CD CI/CD pipeline maintenance
  • 3+ years AWS cloud production experience
  • Go programming language proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Prometheus and Grafana monitoring tools
  • Security auditing and compliance frameworks
  • Air gapped region experience
  • TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance
  • Collaboration across multiple time zones

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship required
  • Ability to obtain TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in computer related field or equivalent
  • 5+ years hands-on infrastructure experience
  • 3+ years AWS cloud services experience

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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