Senior Workday Extend Developer

Kainos; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Workday Extend Developer to design and support innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong web service knowledge and relevant certifications, along with a focus on customer needs and agile development. Join a diverse team that values personal growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience working with web service technologies (REST, SOAP).
• Experience developing Extend applications.
• Experience developing & coding within agile delivery environments.
• Experience having a great customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Design, automate, build, and support exciting products/services.
• Identify, qualify, and win new business opportunities.
• Ensure appropriate use of technology across delivery projects.
• Support colleagues and foster a DevOps culture.

Skills

Web service technologies (REST, SOAP)

Developing Extend applications

Agile delivery environments

Customer focus

Education

Extend certifications from an accredited body

Integration and or HCM certification

Job description

Join Kainos and Shape the Future

At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators – driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting‑edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.

We believe in a people‑first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.

Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.

Senior Workday Extend Developer

You’ll design, automate, build, and support exciting products/services for our customers, advising on estimated effort and technical implications of user stories and decisions. You will continually learn new technologies and approaches with talented colleagues who will help you grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Championing technology – You’ll be an accredited, industry‑respected Extend Developer who will be given opportunities to prioritise your development in your specialist area.
• Developing Kainos as a business – You’ll help identify, qualify, and win new opportunities and will be actively involved in business development activities relating to your specialist area to influence use of technology.
• Providing assurance – You’ll involve yourself across delivery projects to ensure appropriate use of the technology.
• Being a role model – You’ll support your colleagues and foster a DevOps culture in all that you do by embodying the Kainos values. You’ll be passionate and committed to ensuring Kainos projects are successful. You’ll help build a community of practice in your specialist area.

Minimum (Essential) Requirements

• Obtained Extend certifications from an accredited body in your area of specialisation (must be valid).
• Experience working with web service technologies (REST, SOAP).
• Experience developing Extend applications.
• Experience developing & coding within agile delivery environments.
• Experience having a great customer focus. Working to tight deadlines, making sensible decisions under pressure and taking a balanced view of customer demands and project commercials.

Desirable

• Obtained Integration and or HCM certification.

Embracing our differences

At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.

Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.

We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.