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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.
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About the Team
At Workday, the Authentication Security team is the cornerstone of our user trust and safety. We build and maintain the critical services that act as the front door to our entire ecosystem. Our mission is to provide secure, scalable, and seamless access for millions of users, protecting their data while enabling a frictionless experience. We are a team of passionate engineers dedicated to solving complex challenges in the authentication and identity space!About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and technical Engineering Manager to lead our Authentication Security team. This is a critical role for a hands-on leader who is passionate about both technology and people. You will be responsible for guiding the team's technical strategy and execution while also mentoring and developing the careers of a dedicated group of engineers. As both a technical lead and a people leader, you will drive feature delivery, prioritize critical features, mentor engineers through their career growth, and ensure secure, scalable, and reliable authentication services at Workday!
What You’ll Do
Lead and manage a team of software engineers working on authentication and security systems.
Provide technical direction in areas such as OAuth, OIDC, SAML, MFA, SSO, WebAuthn, and passkey-based authentication.
Drive delivery of secure, high-quality features through agile processes and engineering practices.
Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, architects, and other engineering teams to craft the roadmap and execution strategy.
Own and evolve planning and tracking using tools like Jira—including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and reporting.
Foster a high-performing team culture through coaching, feedback, and clear career development support.
Champion best practices in software security, authentication protocols, and Identity and Access Management (IAM).
About You
Basic Qualifications:
3+ years leading engineering teams in a manager or tech lead capacity.
5+ years experience building and managing systems for Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Single Sign-On (SSO), and general Identity and Access Management (IAM).
Expert knowledge of identity protocols and standards, including OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and SAML.
Proficiency in running agile teams using Scrum, including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
Expertise with development planning and tracking tools, particularly Jira.
Bachelor's degree in a computer related field or equivalent work experience
Other Qualifications:
Experience in objected oriented programming, especially Scala, is a plus
Strong background in software security, with deep, hands-on expertise in the authentication domain.
A passion for people management and a track record of coaching engineers to help them achieve their career goals.
You have a strong focus on delivering high-quality software products, continuous innovation, with a focus on reliability
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.CA.Pleasanton
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.
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