Senior Software Development Engineer, Agentic AI

About the Role As a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer in Agent Factory, you’ll help build the user‑facing and platform experiences that bring Workday’s AI agents to life. Working within a small, cross‑functional pod, you’ll design and ship full‑stack solutions—from intuitive front‑end experiences to resilient back‑end services that integrate AI‑driven capabilities deeply into HR and Finance workflows. This role is about turning powerful technology into products people actually use: scalable, reliable systems that simplify complex business processes for customers around the world. You’ll collaborate closely with machine learning engineers, product managers, and platform teams, owning features end to end and seeing your work run in production. Your Responsibilities Build and deliver full‑stack features that power AI agents embedded in HR and Financial workflows. Own services and experiences from development through production—you build it, you run it. Collaborate in an iterative, team‑first environment that values strong engineering practices and continuous learning. Share knowledge, mentor teammates, and help raise the technical bar across the pod. Basic Qualifications 8+ years of experience in software engineering. 5+ years experience with a web development framework (Python preferred: Flask, Django, or FastAPI). 5+ years with a relational database (PostgreSQL preferred). Proven success working within fast‑paced, agile environments and cross‑functional teams. Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with both technical and non‑technical partners. Comfortable working with ambiguity and translating complex problems into clear, thoughtful solutions. Other Qualifications Experience building and operating SaaS products in cloud environments (AWS preferred). Familiarity with the trade‑offs and architecture of modern distributed systems. Knowledge of software development best practices (DevOps, CI/CD, automated testing, observability). Hands‑on experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). Familiarity with Elasticsearch. Exposure to additional programming languages like Java (backend) and TypeScript (frontend/fullstack) is a plus. Proven success working within fast‑paced, agile environments and cross‑functional teams. Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with both technical and non‑technical partners. Comfortable working with ambiguity and translating complex problems into clear, thoughtful solutions. Committed to fostering an inclusive, team‑oriented environment and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement. Workday Pay Transparency Statement The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. 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. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need. Primary Location: USA.GA.Atlanta Primary Location Base Pay Range: $156,000 USD - $234,000 USD Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $148,200 USD - $264,000 USD Our Approach to Flexible Work With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in‑person time and remote. We require at least 50% of the time each quarter spent in the office or with customers, prospects, and partners. Remote “home office” roles have the opportunity to come together for important moments that matter. Flexibility can take shape in many ways, and you can create a schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs while being intentional about time spent together. Equal Opportunity, Disability, and Background Inclusion Statement Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable Fair Chance law. Workday is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring experience where all candidates can fully demonstrate their skills. If you require assistance or an accommodation at any point, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr