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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr Manager, Software Development Engineering - **Company:** Workday, Inc. - **Location:** McLean, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $188,200.0 - $282,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Software Debugging, Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Enterprise Software Applications, Workday - **Published:** July 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8722869/sr-manager-software-development-engineering ## About the Role 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., 2+ years of experience directly managing engineering managers 5+ years of experience building and directly managing impactful engineering teams 10+ years of experience with design and development using an object-oriented language Bachelor's degree in a computer related field or equivalent work experience Other Qualifications: You see software development as a team sport and thrive in a highly collaborative and agile culture where you're always guiding and learning You have a strong focus on delivering high-quality software products, continuous innovation, and you value test automation and performance engineering You are proactive and able to deliver on initiatives that you start You demonstrate the interpersonal skills needed to positively influence important issues or decisions in a multi-functional environment You have the ability to communicate technical complexity in simple terms to both technical and nontechnical audiences Experience in ERP application development is a plus Experience supporting team members career growth and development You put people first and ensure a psychologically safe environment for team members ## Description A successful candidate will lead multiple priorities with bold deadlines, be passionate about building high-quality enterprise applications, and be innovative in their approaches to technical delivery, process and operations, and relationship-building. You are a leader, a coach, and a mentor - you will lead with heart and empathy, inspire your teams, galvanize in times of pressure, and equip teams and team members for success. You are a business leader with a growth mindset - you will use your technical expertise to challenge the status quo, find opportunities for positive change, and work with your partners to ensure sustainable business success for Workday. You will promote a diverse and inclusive environment where employees are happy, energized and engaged, and who are excited to come to work every day. 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)., Partner and collaborate with multi-functional stakeholders to prioritize, plan and deliver first-rate experiences for Workday customers Drive the activities of application development scrum teams delivering innovative features for customers in key markets outside the United States. 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