Senior Manager, Software Development Engineering (us Federal)

Workday

Reston, VA, USA
Base: $193,200 - $289,800 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Fully remote
5 years managing software development engineering teams
5 years hands-on cloud infrastructure automation experience
Terraform proficiency for infrastructure automation
This role supports U.S. federal agencies by modernizing employee lifecycle and finance operations through secure, high-impact cloud infrastructure

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. federal agencies by modernizing employee lifecycle and finance operations through secure, high-impact cloud infrastructure.
  • You will lead a team responsible for maintaining a healthy Kubernetes-based platform using automation tools like Terraform and Argo CD.
  • The position requires a minimum of 5 years in both management and hands-on DevOps experience within large-scale cloud environments.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5 years managing software development engineering teams
  • 5 years hands-on cloud infrastructure automation experience
  • Terraform proficiency for infrastructure automation
  • Argo CD experience for CI/CD pipelines
  • Kubernetes platform maintenance and high availability

Nice-to-have

  • TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance preferred
  • Air gapped cloud region experience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Collaborative mindset across multiple time zones
  • Passion for automation and cutting-edge technologies

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years managing software development engineering teams
  • Minimum 5 years hands-on cloud infrastructure and DevOps experience
  • 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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