Workday

Technology

SoftwareDeveloper-AuthenticationTeam

€85–125k ~AI est. Dublin, Ireland FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Software Developer - Authentication Team at Workday. Skills: Authentication, Security, Identity, Microservices. Define vision, strategy, roadmap. Design and build services”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver high-value results

Industry & Context.

Technology
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solver; Navigating complex architecture

Eligibility Requirements

On-call rotation

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years software development experience, 5+ years object oriented programming, Understanding of resilient services patterns, Expertise in API Development (REST), Designing and building microservices, Bachelor's degree in computer related field, Knowledge of security solutions, Knowledge of identity solutions, Knowledge of authentication solutions, Knowledge of authorization solutions, Knowledge of open standards SAML, Knowledge of open standards OIDC

Nice to Have

Expert knowledge of OAuth 2.0, Expert knowledge of OpenID Connect, Expert knowledge of SAML, Knowledge of data storage technologies, Working experience with Git, Working experience with CI/CD tools, Knowledge of Docker, Knowledge of Kubernetes, Experience with Prometheus, Experience with Grafana, Experience with OpenTelemetry, Proven ability writing technical design documents, Experience with relational database technologies

What You'll Do.

Design and build services

Design and build libraries

Design and build APIs

Develop tools to improve reliability

Streamline adoption of security services

Leverage software design patterns

Champion software design principles

Collaborate to resolve customer issues

Implement new features

Contribute to team culture

Seek support from team members

Participate in on-call rotation

Lead incident response

Ensure quick service restoration

Work effectively with stakeholders

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Engineering teams; Product leadership; Support teams

Full 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** At Workday, the Authentication Security team is the cornerstone of our user trust and safety. We build and maintain the critical services that act as the front door to our entire ecosystem. Our mission is to provide secure, scalable, and seamless access for millions of users, protecting their data while enabling a frictionless experience. We are a team of passionate engineers dedicated to solving complex challenges in the authentication and identity space! **About the Role** Join our Authentication Security team as an experienced Software Developer to design and build highly resilient authentication systems for our platform. We’re looking for a hands-on technical leader who loves building highly scalable, distributed security infrastructure. You will work closely with the team to architect and implem

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