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

The Database Engineering team at Workday is responsible for ensuring the entire Workday's Data related needs are met with high performance and scale, while providing utmost high availability that our customers expect from Workday. This team takes pride in ensuring seamless operation of 1000s of production and non-production databases across multiple data centers, public clouds and geographies. Are you passionate about database technologies?!
Do you love to tackle sophisticated, large-scale database challenges in the world today? If yes, then give us a shout!

About the Role

Workday is looking for a highly skilled Senior SRE with a focus on Open-Source database technologies and Cloud Native solutions.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in crafting, developing, and running enterprise-level database systems with a keen emphasis on resiliency, high availability, security, and scalability. Proficiency in MySQL, PostgreSQL, and other Cloud Native database technologies is crucial,

About You

We are open to filling this position as either a mid-level engineer or a senior level engineer. Please see the qualifications for both, below.

Basic Qualifications - Mid Level:

• 6+ years experience in designing/developing/automating and managing critical production workloads on Aurora MySQL, RDS MySQL, CloudSQL and other Cloud native databases.


• 6+ years experience with database architecture, design, replication, clustering, HA/DR.


• 2+ years of experience in backend development using modern programming languages (Golang, Python, Java) including Architecture, Design and Development.


• 4+ years hands-on experience in Cloud hyperscalers AWS/GCP


• 4+ years experience managing clustered, highly-available database services deployed on different flavors of Linux.


• Minimum 5+ years working experience in modern DevOps technologies and container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker), service deployment, monitoring and scaling.

Basic Qualifications - Senior Level:

• 8+ years experience in designing/developing/automating and managing critical production workloads on Aurora MySQL, RDS MySQL, CloudSQL and other Cloud native databases.


• 8+ years experience with database architecture, design, replication, clustering, HA/DR.


• 4+ years of experience in backend development using modern programming languages (Golang, Python, Java) including Architecture, Design and Development.


• 4+ years hands-on experience in Cloud hyperscalers AWS/GCP


• 4+ years experience managing clustered, highly-available database services deployed on different flavors of Linux.


• Minimum 5+ years working experience in modern DevOps technologies and container orchestration (Kubernetes, Docker), service deployment, monitoring and scaling.

Other Qualifications:

• Knowledge of automation tools such as Terraform, Chef and Ansible.


• Familiarity with tools such as Ceph Storage, Gluster, Orchestrator for MySQL, Percona MHA, Percona Galera, Vitess, Pure Storage


• Experience with database architecture, design, replication, clustering, HA/DR


• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.


• Self-starter, highly motivated and ability to learn quickly.


• Excellent team player with extraordinary written & verbal communication skills.


• BS/MS degree in computer science.

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. 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.GA.Atlanta

Primary Location Base Pay Range: $148,000 USD - $222,000 USD

Additional CAN Location(s) Base Pay Range: $127,000 - $190,400 CAD

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.

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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