Software Engineer - DevOps (US Federal)

Workday; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 137,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Workday Government in Reston, VA is seeking a Mid/Senior Platform Engineer to build and scale our Kubernetes-based platform. You’ll automate infrastructure, deploy CI/CD pipelines, and maintain secure, high-availability services across multiple time zones.

You’ll collaborate with colleagues across locations, support federal contracts, and advance cloud-native platforms using Terraform and Argo CD, while embracing a culture of integrity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on infra experience, on-prem or cloud, with strong systems architecture, networking, and security.
• Strong understanding of Kubernetes concepts, architecture, and administration.
• Bachelor's degree in a computer related field or equivalent work experience

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement solutions for our Kubernetes platform, including infrastructure automation, CI/CD pipelines, and observability tools.
• Build and maintain core platform components, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and application deployments using Terraform and Argo CD.
• Troubleshooting and support for platform-related issues, working with development teams to resolve problems.
• Security and compliance: implement and maintain security best practices for the platform and ensure compliance.
• Documentation and knowledge sharing: create and maintain documentation for platform components and processes; participate in knowledge sharing.
• Collaboration: collaborate with other engineers, development teams, and stakeholders across locations and time zones.
• Stay current: stay up to date with latest technologies and trends in platform engineering

Skills

Kubernetes

AWS

Go

Python

Security

Education

Bachelor's degree in a computer related field

Tools

Terraform

Argo CD

Job description

Your work days are brighter here. We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.

About The Team

Your work matters here. At Workday Government, we focus on outcomes that serve a larger mission. Our work supports U.S. federal agencies as they modernize and transform the full employee lifecycle experience and finance operations—so they can operate with greater clarity, accountability, and trust. As a Fortune 500 company and a proven enterprise cloud platform, Workday brings modern technology, responsible AI, and secure infrastructure to some of the most complex environments in the world. The work isn’t theoretical. It’s operational. It’s high-impact. And it demands rigor, integrity, and long-term thinking. Workday's Core Services Platform Engineering team, we're dedicated to empowering workmate productivity through our innovative platforms, tools, and services. Our team thoughtfully runs Cloud, Systems, and Network engineering and operations, driven by a genuine passion for problem-solving, innovation, and delivering exceptional customer service. If you’re looking to apply your experience to meaningful, mission-driven work—alongside colleagues who take pride in building things that last—you’ll find that opportunity at Workday.

About The Role

• We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Mid/Senior Platform Engineer to join our growing Platform Engineering team. You will play a critical role in building, scaling, and maintaining our Kubernetes-based platform, enabling our engineering organization to deliver products quickly and reliably. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, solve challenging problems, and contribute to the foundation of our infrastructure. This role requires a strong technical background, a passion for automation, and a collaborative mindset.
• This role involves collaborating with teams across multiple locations and time zones. You will need to be adept at communicating effectively and building strong relationships with colleagues in diverse locations.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement: Design, develop, and implement solutions for our Kubernetes platform, including infrastructure automation, CI/CD pipelines, and observability tools.
• Build and maintain: Build and maintain core platform components, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security.
• Automate and optimize: Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and application deployments using tools like Terraform and Argo CD.
• Troubleshooting and support: Provide support and troubleshooting for platform-related issues, working closely with development teams to resolve problems.
• Security and compliance: Implement and maintain security best practices for the platform, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Documentation and knowledge sharing: Create and maintain comprehensive
• documentation for platform components and processes. Actively participate in knowledge sharing within the team.
• Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with other engineers, development teams, and stakeholders across multiple locations and time zones.
• Stay current: Stay up to date with the latest technologies and trends in the platform engineering space.

This role will support one or more direct or indirect contracts with the U.S. Federal Government which, due to federal government security requirements, mandates that all Workday personnel working on the contracts be United States citizens (naturalized or native).

About You

This role may require a security clearance at the TS/SCI w/CI Poly level. Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance. An active TS/SCI w/CI Poly is preferred.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience working with infrastructure, either on‑premises or cloud-based, with a deep understanding of systems architecture, networking, and security.
• Strong understanding of Kubernetes concepts, architecture, and administration.
• Bachelor's degree in a computer related field or equivalent work experience

Other Qualifications

• Preferred DoD 8570/8140 compliant with at least IAT Level II certification, including a current Computing Environment (CE) credential and one approved specialty certification (e.g., CompTIA CySA+, GICSP, CASP+)
• Infrastructure as code: Proficiency in infrastructure automation tools like Terraform.
• CI/CD: Experience with building or maintaining CI/CD pipelines and tools like Argo CD.
• Cloud experience: 3+ years experience working with AWS cloud services in a production setting.
• Programming skills: Proficiency in at least one programming language, preferably GoLang or Python.
• Problem‑solving: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Communication: Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Nice to haves

• Experience with monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana).
• Experience with security auditing and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with Apache Spark, Docker, Kubernetes

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 click here.
Primary Location: USA.VA.Reston
Primary Location Base Pay Range: $137,000 USD - $205,400 USD
Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $123,900 USD - $222,000 USD

Our Approach to Flexible Work

With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in‑person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in‑office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you’ll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

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