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Software Application Engineer (US Federal)

Workday

Reston, VA · full time · Mid

$121,200 – $181,800

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What this role is

Workday seeks an engineer to develop cloud software for U.S. federal agencies modernizing their HR and finance operations. This role suits mid-to-senior developers with object-oriented expertise who want meaningful work in a regulated, mission-driven environment requiring U.S. citizenship and security clearance.

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What they ask for

Required

  • 4+ years with UML, web applications, or SaaS
  • 4+ years designing and developing with object-oriented languages (Java, Python, C#, C++)
  • 4+ years designing business applications
  • 4+ years analyzing software for performance
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance

Nice to have

  • JSON, REST, and GraphQL experience
  • Strong knowledge of design patterns in object-oriented development
  • Experience building applications prioritizing usability and configurability
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
  • DoD 8570/8140 compliance with IAT Level II and current Computing Environment credential plus specialty certification (CompTIA CySA+, GICSP, CASP+)
  • Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance

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