Process
Was called in from a job fair, then had an in-person interview.
They mainly asked about OOD and used UML diagrams to design a problem.
This involved a high-level coding process. Be sure to know UML.
Questions
Nothing much; it was not too difficult.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 34 interview experiences for the Workday Software Applications Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
32%
Pass Rate
Workday's interview process for their Software Applications Engineer roles in the United States is fairly selective, failing a large portion of engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive85%
Neutral9%
Negative6%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Workday's Software Applications Engineer interview process in United States.
Workday Work Experiences
4.0
Great introduction into the software development industry
Software Applications Engineer • Former Employee
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
November 14, 2022
Pros: Had a great salary, friendly workforce, and a brilliant office.
Cons: Some teams require you to use a proprietary language.
5.0
I love my job!
Software Applications Engineer • Current Employee
Pleasanton, California, United States
April 8, 2019
Pros: I came to Workday as a new graduate, and I couldn't be happier with my choice. In addition to a great salary, benefits, and employee programs, the characteristic that really sets Workday apart is the people. The whole company really feels like one huge team, which I think is pretty rare, especially in contrast to other companies. There's a ton of trust, and the management structure is super supportive while totally avoiding micromanagement.
Cons: It would be awesome if there were a few more options for subsidized meals on the Pleasanton campus, but the snack program is totally free and provides almost anything you need.
2.0
Like watching a car crash in slow motion
Software Applications Engineer • Former Employee
Pleasanton, California, United States
February 10, 2025
Pros: Some teams still have that amazing culture that made Workday unique.
If you're lucky, the culture is worth the low compensation and poor tech stack.
Cons: Outsourcing jobs while pretending to care about you.
Upper management's intentions are no longer transparent.
Upper management seems directionless.
In comparison to other big tech companies, compensation is low.
- 4.0Great introduction into the software development industrySoftware Applications Engineer • Former EmployeeDublin, Dublin, IrelandNovember 14, 2022Pros: Had a great salary, friendly workforce, and a brilliant office.Cons: Some teams require you to use a proprietary language.
- 5.0I love my job!Software Applications Engineer • Current EmployeePleasanton, California, United StatesApril 8, 2019Pros: I came to Workday as a new graduate, and I couldn't be happier with my choice. In addition to a great salary, benefits, and employee programs, the characteristic that really sets Workday apart is the people. The whole company really feels like one huge team, which I think is pretty rare, especially in contrast to other companies. There's a ton of trust, and the management structure is super supportive while totally avoiding micromanagement.Cons: It would be awesome if there were a few more options for subsidized meals on the Pleasanton campus, but the snack program is totally free and provides almost anything you need.
- 2.0Like watching a car crash in slow motionSoftware Applications Engineer • Former EmployeePleasanton, California, United StatesFebruary 10, 2025Pros: Some teams still have that amazing culture that made Workday unique. If you're lucky, the culture is worth the low compensation and poor tech stack.Cons: Outsourcing jobs while pretending to care about you. Upper management's intentions are no longer transparent. Upper management seems directionless. In comparison to other big tech companies, compensation is low.
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