Workday

Software Application Engineer (US Federal)

Workday$121K — $181K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience with UML and SaaS technologies
  • 5+ years programming experience in languages like Java, Python, or C++
  • 5+ years experience in designing and developing business applications
  • 5+ years in software performance design and analysis
  • Bachelor's degree in a computer-related field or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Product Managers and QA Engineers on requirement analysis
  • Design and develop products in a metadata-driven environment
  • Build and maintain efficient, maintainable code in an object-oriented framework
  • Troubleshoot and resolve customer-reported issues
  • Mentor team members through pair programming and code reviews

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule with a mix of in-office and remote work
  • Support for continuous learning and professional development
  • Working on high-impact, mission-driven projects
  • Collaborative team environment built on integrity and respect
  • Opportunity for security clearance advancement and professional certifications
Full Job Description
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).

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.

From day one, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration, follow-through, and doing the right thing-especially when the stakes are high. Our culture is grounded in integrity, respect, and shared responsibility. We challenge each other to think clearly, act thoughtfully, and build solutions that stand up to real-world demands. Here, curiosity is matched with accountability. Ambition is paired with trust. You'll have the space to do your best work, the support to keep growing, and the backing of a company committed to long-term investment in both its people and the federal mission.

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 Government.

  • Collaborate with Product Managers and QA Engineers on functional design and analysis of requirements
  • Design and develop a product in a metadata-driven development environment
  • Build and maintain robust, efficient and maintainable code using an object-oriented framework and class modeling
  • Troubleshoot customer reported issues
  • Mentor and learn from other team members through pair programming, code reviews, hackathons, etc.


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 experience with UML, Web application development or SaaS (Software as a Service) technologies
  • 5+ years of experience with design and development using an object-oriented language such as Java, Python, C#, C++, etc.
  • 5+ years of experience designing/developing business applications
  • 5+ years of experience with design and analysis of software for performance
  • Bachelor's degree in a computer related field or equivalent work experience


Other Qualifications:
  • Must be a collaborative teammate with good verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience with JSON, REST, and GraphQL is a plus
  • Strong knowledge and application of key design patterns in object-oriented development
  • Experience in developing applications that prioritize usability and configurability
  • 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+)


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: $121,200 USD - $181,800 USD

Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $109,700 USD - $194,800 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.

Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

About Workday

Workday, Inc. is a provider of enterprise cloud applications for finance and human resources. The Company delivers financial management, human capital management and analytics applications designed for various companies, educational institutions and government agencies. As part of its applications, the Company provides embedded analytics that capture the content and context of everyday business events, facilitating informed decision-making from wherever users are working. Its applications include Workday Financial Management, Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) and Other Applications. It also provides open, standards-based Web-services application programming interfaces, and pre-built packaged integrations and connectors. Workday, Inc. is headquartered in Pleasanton, California.
Learn more about Workday
Size
15,932 employees
Market Cap
$42.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$282.4 million
Founded
2005
5 Year Trend
+26.7%
Revenue
$4.3 billion
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