Sr. Software Development Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

Reston, VA, USA
Base: $163,800 - $245,800 usd (reston); base: $148...
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5 years hands-on cloud infrastructure experience
Proficiency in terraform for infrastructure automation
Experience with argo cd and ci/cd pipelines
** Workday is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to support U.S. federal government contracts. The role emphasizes building and maintaining a robust Kubernetes platform while promoting a collaborative and inclusive work culture. **

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. federal agencies by modernizing employee lifecycle experiences and finance operations through secure enterprise cloud platforms.
  • The successful candidate will build and maintain core platform components ensuring high availability, scalability, and security using tools like Terraform and Argo CD.
  • Workday offers a culture rooted in integrity and empathy, providing the trust to take risks and the support to grow alongside colleagues on meaningful missions.

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** Workday is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer to support U.S. federal government contracts. The role emphasizes building and maintaining a robust Kubernetes platform while promoting a collaborative and inclusive work culture. **

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 hands-on cloud infrastructure experience
  • Proficiency in Terraform for infrastructure automation
  • Experience with Argo CD and CI/CD pipelines
  • Strong programming skills in at least one language

Nice-to-have

  • Growth mindset and collaborative team spirit
  • Understanding of Kubernetes and AWS production
  • Experience with C#, Python, Ruby, Rust, or Go
  • Knowledge of security auditing and compliance frameworks

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship required
  • Ability to obtain TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in computer related field or equivalent

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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