Senior Platform Engineer: Kubernetes & Infra (US Fed)

Workday, Inc.; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Workday, Inc. is seeking a senior Software Development Engineer for the US Federal program based in Reston, VA. The role focuses on building and sustaining a Kubernetes-based platform, automating infrastructure, and ensuring security/compliance across multi-location engineering teams.

The role may require on-site work at client locations in the DMV area and potential TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance. You will collaborate across teams, ship reliable infrastructure, and contribute to mission-driven

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with large-scale cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and software development.
• Proficiency with Terraform and Argo CD.
• Experience with Kubernetes and programming in Go, Python, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Kubernetes platform solutions, including automation, CI/CD pipelines, and observability.
• Build and maintain core platform components for high availability, scalability, and security.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and deployments using IaC.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure

DevOps

Programming

Kubernetes

Security compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer related field

Tools

Terraform

Argo CD

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Workday, Inc. is seeking a senior Software Development Engineer for the US Federal program based in Reston, VA. The role focuses on building and sustaining a Kubernetes-based platform, automating infrastructure, and ensuring security/compliance across multi-location engineering teams.

The role may require on-site work at client locations in the DMV area and potential TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance. You will collaborate across teams, ship reliable infrastructure, and contribute to mission-driven