Senior Manager, Software Development Engineering (us Federal)

Workday

Reston, VA, USA
Base: $193,200 - $289,800 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Fully remote
Manage software development engineering teams
Hands-on experience with large scale cloud infrastructure
Proficiency in terraform and argo cd
This role supports U.S. federal agencies by modernizing employee lifecycle experiences and finance operations through secure, high-impact technology

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. federal agencies by modernizing employee lifecycle experiences and finance operations through secure, high-impact technology.
  • You will lead a team responsible for maintaining a healthy, scalable, and secure Kubernetes-based platform using infrastructure automation tools like Terraform.
  • The position requires managing direct or indirect contracts with the U.S. Federal Government, mandating that all personnel be United States citizens.

Matching Summary

This role supports U.S. federal agencies by modernizing employee lifecycle experiences and finance operations through secure, high-impact technology.

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

  • Manage software development engineering teams
  • Hands-on experience with large scale cloud infrastructure
  • Proficiency in Terraform and Argo CD
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies
  • Strong technical background in Kubernetes platforms

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for automation and collaborative mindset
  • Curiosity matched with accountability
  • Experience working in air gapped cloud regions
  • Proficiency in C#, Python, Ruby, Rust, or Go
  • Ability to obtain TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years managing software development engineering teams
  • Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure and DevOps
  • Bachelor's degree in computer related field or equivalent work experience
  • 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

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