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
** Workday is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for its federal division in Reston, VA, offering a fully remote work option. The role focuses on developing and implementing solutions for Kubernetes platforms while ensuring compliance with security standards, making it suitable for candidates with strong infrastructure and cloud experience. **

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. federal agencies in modernizing employee lifecycle experiences and finance operations with a focus on clarity, accountability, and trust.
  • The team values collaboration, follow-through, and integrity while tackling complex challenges in secure, high-impact environments.
  • Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance, with an active TS/SCI w/CI Poly preferred.

Matching Summary

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** Workday is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for its federal division in Reston, VA, offering a fully remote work option. The role focuses on developing and implementing solutions for Kubernetes platforms while ensuring compliance with security standards, making it suitable for candidates with strong infrastructure and cloud experience. **

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
  • Argo CD CI/CD pipeline management
  • 3+ years AWS cloud production experience
  • Go programming language proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Prometheus and Grafana monitoring
  • Security auditing and compliance frameworks
  • Air gapped region experience
  • Knowledge sharing and documentation
  • Collaboration across 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

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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