Sr Software Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

Reston, VA, USA
Base: $163,800 - $245,800 usd (reston); base: $148...
Fully remote
5+ years infrastructure experience
Kubernetes architecture and administration
Terraform infrastructure as code proficiency
This role supports U.S. federal agencies in modernizing employee lifecycle and finance operations with high-impact, mission-driven work

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. federal agencies in modernizing employee lifecycle and finance operations with high-impact, mission-driven work.
  • The position requires designing and maintaining core Kubernetes platform components with a focus on security, scalability, and automation using Terraform and Argo CD.
  • Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance to work on direct or indirect federal government contracts.

Matching Summary

This role supports U.S. federal agencies in modernizing employee lifecycle and finance operations with high-impact, mission-driven work.

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 maintenance
  • 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
  • Strong analytical problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication collaboration skills

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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