Sr Software Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

Reston, VA, USA
Base: $163,800 - $245,800 usd (reston); base: $148...
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5+ years infrastructure experience
Kubernetes architecture and administration
Terraform infrastructure as code proficiency
** Workday is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Federal team in Reston, VA, in a fully remote capacity. The role involves designing and implementing solutions for a Kubernetes platform, focusing on automation, security, and collaboration within a mission-driven environment. **

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. federal agencies in modernizing employee lifecycle and finance operations with secure enterprise cloud platforms.
  • The team values integrity, respect, and shared responsibility while tackling complex challenges with bold ideas and genuine care.
  • Candidates must be United States citizens to meet federal government security requirements for this position.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Workday is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Federal team in Reston, VA, in a fully remote capacity. The role involves designing and implementing solutions for a Kubernetes platform, focusing on automation, security, and collaboration within a mission-driven environment. **

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

Nice-to-have

  • Prometheus and Grafana monitoring tools
  • Security auditing and compliance frameworks
  • Air gapped region experience
  • TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance
  • Collaboration across multiple time zones

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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