Senior Software Development Engineer - US Federal Security Clearance

Position: Senior Software Development Engineer - US Federal with Security Clearance
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
The Federal Workforce team at Workday develops pioneering software empowering federal agencies to manage human resources effectively. We are passionate about streamlining HR processes and improving the federal employee experience. We thrive in a collaborative, Agile environment, embracing innovation and continuous improvement. In this team, you'll work alongside key architects, product managers, and federal government partners to deliver high-quality solutions tailored to the unique needs of the federal sector.

We value teamwork, open communication, and a shared commitment to our mission! About the Role 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). Workday is proud of its diverse workforce, but regrets that it is currently unable to sponsor employment visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.

Are you a software engineer that wants to learn development craft by working with bright senior engineers ? Do you like the challenges of solving complex business problems that can help millions of users? Do you do your best work when collaborating with small agile teams made up of some of the brightest engineers in the industry? Do you have a passion for innovation and software design that meets high standards of code quality ?

Are you attracted to a work culture that promotes fun, recognition and innovation? If this sounds like you, here's the game plan. After participating in our technology boot camp, you'll get to dive immediately into building a product that is appreciated by hundreds of customers such as: , Netflix, lululemon athletica and many others. With every dev project that you work on here, you'll create a direct impact on Workday's product suite that pushes the latest innovations in cloud and mobile technology.

And, your contributions will be part of what makes Workday outstanding: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our dedication to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, our people. With your talent, we'll continue winning our game in the cloud! About You Basic Qualification
* 8+ years experience with Web application development or SaaS (Software as a Service)

* OO design and development experience in an object oriented language such as Java, C#, etc

* Experience designing/developing business applications, (knowledge of Recruiting systems, Talent Management systems, or Learning platforms is a plus)

* Validated working knowledge of design and analysis of software for performance

* Metadata-driven definitional development experience

* Experience with JSON, XML, and Integration technologies

* US Citizen Other Qualification
* Demonstrated ability in Algorithmic Thinking and experience with API Development

* Understanding of Code Testing…