Software Development Engineer, Security- Canada-workday Technical Consultant-5-9 - TimesJobs.com

workday technical consultant; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 106,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Security Software Engineer to enhance their security solutions across cloud and application platforms. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in software engineering focused on security, proficiency in Python, and knowledge of cloud technologies. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible work options.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in software engineering focused on security.
• 3 years experience with Python and Python web development frameworks.
• Strong understanding of platform, application, and cloud security.

Responsibilities

• Design and build security products for the Workday AI organization.
• Integrate security into the software development lifecycle.
• Manage the end-to-end vulnerability management lifecycle.

Skills

Software engineering focused on security

Python web development

Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP)

Containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

Incident response

Database systems (Postgres, DynamoDB)

Education

BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering

Tools

Snyk

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Overview

At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. Our culture is driven by putting people first and fostering a healthy, employee-centric, collaborative environment. We look after our people, communities and the planet while remaining profitable. We encourage you to shine and bring your brightest version of you to a brighter work day here.

We value candidates' privacy and data security. Workday will never ask candidates to apply to jobs through non-Workday Careers sites or to pay a recruiting fee or for consulting services to apply for a job at Workday.

About the Team

The Evisort Security team is expanding and looking for a security software engineer to join our team. We are a hands-on security engineering team focused on building security software and enabling secure development across the stack. Our work spans cloud security, application security, AI security, runtime security, and ensuring alignment with compliance frameworks like SOC 2 and ISO 27001. We partner closely with engineering to drive practical, scalable security solutions that support rapid innovation. As a security software engineer, you will work closely with DevOps, Security, and Development teams to ensure security is baked into our systems.

About the Role

What will you be doing?

• Design and build security products that empower the entire Workday AI organization.
• Integrate security at every stage of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and deployment pipelines.
• Partner with engineering and platform teams to implement security-by-design and shift-left security practices.
• Patch vulnerable dependencies.
• Design and build security products that support and protect the broader organization.
• Manage the end-to-end vulnerability management lifecycle, including discovery, assessment, prioritization, remediation, and reporting.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in software engineering focused on security or building security tools.
• 3 years experience with Python and Python web development framework (FastAPI, Flask, or Django).
• 3 years experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Other Qualifications

• Familiarity with AI security concepts.
• Experience with building AI.
• Familiarity with SOC2, ISO27001, ISO 27701, and ISO 42001.
• Proficiency in security tools (e.g., Snyk, Semgrep, Contrast, Wiz).
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Cloudformation, Ansible).
• Full-stack generalist.
• Proficient in database systems (Postgres, DynamoDB, Redis, Pinecone).
• Strong understanding of platform, application, and cloud security fundamentals.
• Strong understanding and practical application of modern software development practices, working with DevOps, automated testing, and observability.
• Understanding of network and application security threats, attack techniques, and mitigation options.
• Experience with incident response.
• Able to work independently and coordinate activities across multiple teams.
• Ability to drive multiple projects and priorities while managing operational responsibilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, building positive relationships with partner organizations.
• BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent job experience.

Compensation and Benefits

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Pay ranges vary based on work location. This role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Compensation offers are based on geography, experience, skills, duties, and business need. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.

• Primary Location: CAN.ON.Toronto
• Primary CAN Base Pay Range: $106,400 - $159,600 CAD
• Additional CAN Location(s) Base Pay Range: $106,400 - $159,600 CAD

Our Approach to Flexible Work

With Flex Work, we combine in-person time and remote work to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and support our teams. Flexibility means spending at least 50% of time each quarter in the office or in the field with customers, prospects, and partners, while allowing a flexible schedule that fits business and personal needs. Remote roles may also have opportunities to come together in offices for key moments.

Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance laws, Workday considers qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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Locations: Flex

• Job Function: IT Software : Software Products & Services
• Industry: Technology (IT, Telecom, Dot Com etc) (Other Technology Services)