Principal Software Development Engineer, Full Stack

Workday, Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 281,000 - 422,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Principal Full Stack Engineer in Vancouver to drive AI-powered solutions within HR and Finance workflows. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in software engineering, particularly with Python, React, and AWS. This role values collaboration, mentoring, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment. A generous compensation package is offered, including bonuses and stock grants.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in software engineering.
• 7+ years experience with a web development framework.
• 5+ years of experience with React and TypeScript.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to deliver AI-powered agents.
• Participate in a supportive, iterative team culture.
• Take ownership of multiple functional areas in our platform.

Skills

Python

React

TypeScript

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor's degree in a computer related field

Tools

PostgreSQL

AWS

Elasticsearch

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking highly skilled Principal Full Stack Engineers to contribute to a cross-functional team building transformative AI agents for HR & Finance. This role is crucial in implementing tooling strategies, staying informed about industry trends, and ensuring our AI-driven solutions integrate effectively within the Workday stack. Your technical contributions and team-first attitude will play a key role in delivering high-impact products that scale our AI capabilities and help global organizations simplify complex business processes. If this looks exciting, give us a shout!

We are hiring for multiple roles!

You will

• Collaborate with a team of engineers to deliver AI-powered agents that integrate deeply into HR and Financial workflows, accelerating intelligent decision making.


• Participate in a supportive, iterative team culture that values curiosity, learning, and strong engineering practices


• Contribute to the growth and success of your teammates through knowledge sharing and mentorship


• Take ownership of multiple functional areas in our platform — from development to production (“you build it, you run it”)

About You

Basic Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in software engineering


• 7+ years experience with a web development framework (Python preferred : Flask, Django, or FastAPI)


• 5+ years of experience with React and TypeScript for Front End / Full stack development


• 8+ years with a Relational DB (PostgreSQL preferred)


• Bachelor's degree in a computer related field or equivalent work experience

Other Qualifications

• Experience building and operating SaaS products in cloud environments (AWS preferred)


• Familiarity with the tradeoffs and architecture of modern distributed systems


• Knowledge of software development best practices (DevOps, CI / CD, automated testing, observability)


• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)


• Familiarity with Elasticsearch


• Experience working within fast-paced, agile environments and multi-functional teams


• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical partners


• Comfortable working with ambiguity and translating complex problems into clear, thoughtful solutions


• Committed to fostering an inclusive, team-oriented environment and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement

Workday Pay Transparency Statement

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission / bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please .

Primary Location : USA.CA.PleasantonPrimary Location Base Pay Range : $201,600 USD - $302,400 USDAdditional US Location(s) Base Pay Range : $170,200 USD - $302,400 USD

Additional Considerations : If performed in Colorado, the pay range for this job is $179,200 - $268,800 USD based on min and max pay range for that role if performed in CO.

The application deadline for this role is the same as the posting end date stated as below :

10 / 31 / 2025