Workday
Posted 1mo ago

Principal, Software Development Engineering in Test (SDET)

Workday
Pleasanton, California, United States
$189k-$284k/yrHybridFull Time
Responsibilities
  • defining practices
  • architecting frameworks
  • mentoring engineers
Requirements
  • Master's in CS/Engineering plus 2+ years (or Bachelor's plus 5+ years) experience
  • Expertise in testing/automation
  • TDD/BDD
  • CI/CD integration
  • Jenkins
  • Bamboo
  • Selenium
  • Java/Python/JavaScript/C#
  • AWS or GCP, and log monitoring tools
Technical tools mentioned
JenkinsBambooSeleniumJavaPythonJavaScriptC#AWSGCPGrafanaELKSplunk

Job description

Your work days are brighter here.


We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.




About the Team


About the Role


Define and implement best practices for testing, architecting robust automation frameworks, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software through our CI/CD pipeline. Lead and mentor other SDETs on the team, providing guidance on test strategies, automation techniques, and problem-solving. Define and establish best practices for software testing, including test planning, test case design, execution, and reporting across various testing levels (unit, integration, system, etc.). Architect, design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable test automation frameworks and infrastructure for integration and end-to-end testing. Ensure the seamless integration of automated tests into our CI/CD pipeline, contributing to a robust and efficient software delivery process. Drive a culture of quality throughout the software development lifecycle, proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks. *Position may allow for partial telecommuting.

Salary Range: $189,300 - $283,900


About You


Basic Qualifications

Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field plus two (2) years experience in the job offered or related occupation.

2 years (24 months) of experience in Software testing and automation;

2 years (24 months) of experience in Test-driven development (TDD) or behavior-driven development (BDD);

2 years (24 months) of experience in CI/CD pipelines and experience integrating automated tests within them including Jenkins, Bamboo, Selenium;

2 years (24 months) of experience in Languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#;

2 years (24 months) of experience in Cloud technologies (AWS or GCP); and

2 years (24 months) of experience in Log Monitoring (Grafana, Solas - ELK, Splunk).

Other Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field plus five (5) years experience in the job offered or related occupation.

5 years (60 months) of experience in Software testing and automation;

5 years (60 months) of experience in Test-driven development (TDD) or behavior-driven development (BDD);

5 years (60 months) of experience in CI/CD pipelines and experience integrating automated tests within them including Jenkins, Bamboo, Selenium;

5 years (60 months) of experience in Languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#;

5 years (60 months) of experience in Cloud technologies (AWS or GCP); and

5 years (60 months) of experience in Log Monitoring (Grafana, Solas - ELK, Splunk).


Workday Pay Transparency Statement


Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.

 

 

Primary Location: USA.CA.Pleasanton

 

 



Our Approach to Flexible Work
 

Workday uses a hybrid Flex Work Model. Most roles require at least 50% in-person time each quarter in a Workday office or with customers, prospects, or partners, with specific expectations varying by role, team, country, and business needs.


Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.


Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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