Sr Software Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

Reston, VA, USA
Base: $163,800 - $245,800 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
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Kubernetes architecture and administration
Terraform infrastructure as code
Argo cd ci/cd pipeline management
** Workday is seeking a Sr Software Engineer for its Government division in Reston, VA, to support U.S. federal agencies by designing and implementing solutions for a Kubernetes platform. The role requires strong technical expertise in infrastructure, cloud services, and security compliance, along with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement. **

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. federal agencies by modernizing employee lifecycle experiences and finance operations with secure, high-impact technology.
  • Candidates must have a deep understanding of systems architecture, networking, and security to build scalable Kubernetes platforms.
  • The position requires United States citizenship due to federal government security mandates and may require an active TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance.

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** Workday is seeking a Sr Software Engineer for its Government division in Reston, VA, to support U.S. federal agencies by designing and implementing solutions for a Kubernetes platform. The role requires strong technical expertise in infrastructure, cloud services, and security compliance, along with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement. **

Salary

Base: $163,800 - $245,800 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package described via link

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Kubernetes architecture and administration
  • Terraform infrastructure as code
  • Argo CD CI/CD pipeline management
  • AWS cloud services production experience
  • Go programming language proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Prometheus and Grafana monitoring tools
  • Security auditing and compliance frameworks
  • Air gapped region experience
  • Strong analytical problem-solving skills

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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