Workday

Technology

SoftwareEngineer-DevOps(USFederal)

$137–137k Reston, Virginia, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Software Engineer - DevOps (US Federal) at Workday. Skills: Kubernetes platform, Infrastructure automation, CI/CD pipelines, Observability tools. Design solutions for Kubernetes platform. Develop solutions for Kubernetes platform”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver products quickly; Deliver products reliably

Industry & Context.

Technology
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving

Eligibility Requirements

United States citizen, Ability to obtain security clearance, TS/SCI w/CI Poly level clearance

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years of hands-on experience with infrastructure, Deep understanding of systems architecture, Deep understanding of networking, Deep understanding of security, Understanding of Kubernetes concepts, Understanding of Kubernetes architecture, Understanding of Kubernetes administration, Bachelor's degree in computer related field or equivalent work experience, United States citizen

Nice to Have

Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly is preferred, DoD 8570/8140 compliant, IAT Level II certification, Current Computing Environment (CE) credential, One approved specialty certification

What You'll Do.

Design solutions for Kubernetes platform

Develop solutions for Kubernetes platform

Implement solutions for Kubernetes platform

Build core platform components

Maintain core platform components

Automate infrastructure provisioning

Automate configuration management

Automate application deployments

Provide support for platform issues

Troubleshoot platform issues

Implement security best practices

Maintain security best practices

Create documentation for platform components

Create documentation for platform processes

Maintain documentation for platform components

Maintain documentation for platform processes

Share knowledge within the team

Stay up to date with technologies

Stay up to date with trends

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborating with colleagues; Collaborating with development teams; Collaborating with stakeholders; Cross-functional teams

Communication Scope

Communicating effectively

Process & Methodology

Agile

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** 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, Sy

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