Senior Manager, Software Development Engineering (us Federal)

Workday Inc

Reston, VA, USA
Base: $193,200 - $289,800 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
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5 years managing software development teams
5 years hands-on cloud infrastructure experience
Terraform proficiency for infrastructure automation
** Workday Inc is seeking a Senior Manager of Software Development Engineering to lead a team focused on managing and maintaining their Kubernetes-based platform for U.S. Federal Government contracts. The position emphasizes strong leadership, technical expertise in cloud infrastructure, and a commitment to the company’s values of integrity and collaboration. **

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring all personnel to be United States citizens.
  • The team is responsible for maintaining a healthy, high-availability Kubernetes-based platform using automation and observability tools.
  • Workday offers flexible work arrangements where employees spend at least half their time in the office or with customers.

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** Workday Inc is seeking a Senior Manager of Software Development Engineering to lead a team focused on managing and maintaining their Kubernetes-based platform for U.S. Federal Government contracts. The position emphasizes strong leadership, technical expertise in cloud infrastructure, and a commitment to the company’s values of integrity and collaboration. **

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

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 time zones
  • Passion for automation and innovation

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
  • 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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