Authentication Software Engineering Manager

Workday

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3+ years leading engineering teams
5+ years in iam and authentication systems
Expert knowledge of oauth 2.0 and oidc
** Workday is seeking an Authentication Software Engineering Manager to lead their Authentication Security team, emphasizing both technical expertise and people management skills. The role involves driving strategic execution in authentication systems, mentoring engineers, and ensuring secure, scalable solutions for millions of users. **

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading a globally distributed team responsible for the critical front door services that protect user trust and safety.
  • The successful candidate will provide technical direction on identity protocols while mentoring engineers and driving feature delivery through agile processes.
  • Workday offers a flexible work approach requiring at least 50% time in-office or field per quarter to deepen connections and maintain community.

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** Workday is seeking an Authentication Software Engineering Manager to lead their Authentication Security team, emphasizing both technical expertise and people management skills. The role involves driving strategic execution in authentication systems, mentoring engineers, and ensuring secure, scalable solutions for millions of users. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3+ years leading engineering teams
  • 5+ years in IAM and authentication systems
  • Expert knowledge of OAuth 2.0 and OIDC
  • Deep expertise in SAML and SSO protocols
  • Hands-on experience with MFA and WebAuthn
  • Proficiency in Agile Scrum methodologies
  • Strong background in software security

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with object-oriented programming in Scala
  • Passion for people management and coaching
  • Track record of fostering engineering excellence
  • Focus on continuous innovation and reliability
  • Ability to drive cross-functional partnerships

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer related field or equivalent
  • 3+ years leadership experience in manager or tech lead capacity
  • 5+ years building and managing MFA, SSO, and IAM systems

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