Software Engineering Manager (workday)

Job Description

Your work days are brighter here.

At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our people first. And ever since, the happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are. Our Workmates believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is the essential mix of ingredients for success in business. That’s why we look after our people, communities and the planet while still being profitable. Feel encouraged to shine, however that manifests: you don’t need to hide who you are. You can feel the energy and the passion, it's what makes us unique. Inspired to make a brighter work day for all and transform with us to the next stage of our growth journey? Bring your brightest version of you and have a brighter work day here.

About the Team

Workday was founded by industry veterans and software innovators Dave Duffield and Aneel Bhusri. Since its founding, Workday has become the leading provider of cloud-based Human Capital Management (HCM) and Financials applications for medium and large enterprises worldwide. We are growing rapidly while maintaining a solid company culture, one in which Workday employees are self-disciplined, hard-working, curious, diligent, humble, and candid.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team of software engineers. You will be instrumental in designing, building, and scaling solutions for thousands of users. This is a hands-on role where you will contribute technically while fostering collaboration and growth within your team. The ideal candidate is a validated leader with a strong technical background, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to work effectively across time zones

Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, ensuring high performance and professional growth.

• Collaborate effectively with teams in the US and Dublin.

• Drive successful project delivery through effective planning, prioritization, and resource management.

• Champion best practices in software development, code reviews, testing, and deployment.

• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables.

• Identify and mitigate project risks.

• Promote innovation and process improvements.

About You

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.

• Proven track record of managing cross-functional teams and delivering complex software projects.

• Strong technical background with hands-on experience in Linux, Java, ReactJS, cloud platforms (AWS & GCP), Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines.

• Outstanding problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to be a great partner across time zones and cultures.

• Experience with Agile methodologies and a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) and modern DevOps practices.

Other Qualifications

• Experience in managing distributed teams and working in a global setup.

• Expertise in driving cross-cultural team collaboration and conflict resolution.

• Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Slack for project management and communication.

• Certifications such as Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or AWS Certified Solutions Architect is an advantage.

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

• A strong drive for success and a proactive approach to personal growth, with a commitment to continuous learning.

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.

Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at Workday about our Employee Referral process!