Cloud Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

Reston, VA, USA
Base: $123,300 - $199,800 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
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8+ years public cloud experience aws or gcp
5+ years linux operating system experience
8+ years functional language ruby go python
** Workday is seeking a Cloud Engineer for its Public Cloud Infrastructure Team, focusing on cloud adoption strategies for U.S. Federal Government contracts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cloud platforms, automation, and infrastructure-as-code, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and technical leadership. **

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring all personnel to be United States citizens.
  • The successful candidate will guide Workday's cloud adoption strategy and lead the technical transition to the Public Cloud.
  • Workday offers a flexible work approach combining in-person and remote time, along with competitive compensation including bonus plans and stock grants.

Matching Summary

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** Workday is seeking a Cloud Engineer for its Public Cloud Infrastructure Team, focusing on cloud adoption strategies for U.S. Federal Government contracts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cloud platforms, automation, and infrastructure-as-code, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and technical leadership. **

Salary

Base: $123,300 - $199,800 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years public cloud experience AWS or GCP
  • 5+ years Linux operating system experience
  • 8+ years functional language Ruby Go Python
  • 8+ years Infrastructure-as-code Terraform Ansible
  • US citizenship required for federal contracts

Nice-to-have

  • Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines Git ArgoCD
  • Expertise in containerization Docker Kubernetes
  • Proven track record leading cloud transformation
  • Strong understanding of microservices architecture

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 8 years hands-on public cloud experience
  • Minimum 5 years Linux OS experience
  • Minimum 8 years functional programming experience
  • Minimum 8 years IaC tool experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain US government security clearance

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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