Software Engineer, DBaas - US Federal

Workday is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Database Engineering Team, focusing on Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) for US Federal clients. This role combines database expertise with software engineering, requiring strong experience in backend development and database technologies.

The position involves architecting, designing, and developing DBaaS solutions for Workday's Database Infrastructure. The ideal candidate will work on mission-critical systems, developing APIs to enhance database availability, scalability, and performance across multiple cloud platforms. This role requires expertise in various database technologies including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and CloudSQL, along with modern programming languages such as Golang, Python, and Java.

The team operates in a fast-paced, diverse environment, responsible for designing, automating, and managing databases on both Private and Public Cloud Platforms. A key focus is maintaining high availability and security while ensuring scalability for Workday's extensive data needs.

This position offers a competitive salary range of $135,200 - $217,200 USD, along with comprehensive benefits including bonus plans and stock grants. The role follows Workday's Flex Work approach, requiring 50% time in office quarterly, allowing for a balance between remote and in-person collaboration.

As this role supports US Federal Government contracts, candidates must be United States citizens. The position is based in McLean, VA, and offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge database technologies while contributing to critical government infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will bring not only technical expertise but also strong analytical and interpersonal skills, being a self-starter who can thrive in a collaborative environment. This role presents an excellent opportunity for experienced database engineers looking to impact large-scale enterprise systems while working with modern cloud technologies and contributing to government sector projects.