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Sr. Software Development Engineer - Agentic System

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In-Office
Vancouver, BC, CAN
Senior level
In-Office
Vancouver, BC, CAN
Senior level
Lead design and implementation of agentic capabilities enabling agents to access Workday Data Cloud via a semantic layer and MCP server. Architect, build, validate, and monitor ML/agent systems, deliver mission-critical features on schedule, evaluate agent effectiveness, develop APIs, and mentor/lead engineering teams.
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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

Being part of the Data Cloud organization at Workday, the team is building on the semantic platform to enable agentic access to Workday Data Cloud. The mission of the team is to accelerate agent development and provide a friction-less experience for agents to interact with federated data sources.

About the Role

In this role, you will spearhead the engineering efforts to build agentic capabilities on a platform that enables internal and external agents to interact seamlessly with the Workday Data Cloud through a robust semantic layer and MCP server framework. As a senior engineer you will be responsible to deliver mission-critical capabilities that meet rigorous functional and quality requirements on schedule. You will also drive the engineering effort to architect and evaluate the effectiveness and accuracy of the agents.

About You

Basic Qualifications: 

  • 8+ years experience in software development engineering, architecting, building, and scaling robust and efficient software systems.
    5+ years hands on experience delivering Machine Learning or Agent systems from experimentation, implementation, validation and monitoring. 

  • Expert in Machine Learning or Data Science, familiar with Agent frameworks and design patterns.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

Other Qualifications:

  • Strong understanding of development lifecycles for projects utilizing programming languages and frameworks like Scala, Python, PyTorch, LangChain, etc.

  • Strong ability in Algorithmic Thinking to design and optimize solutions for complex ML and Agentic systems.

  • Solid experience with API Development, and experience in designing and building MCP server.

  • Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Design principles and their application in designing scalable software architectures.

  • Proven ability to lead Team Collaboration within a software development team and mentor junior engineers.

  • Strong skills in verbal and written communications.


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: CAN.BC.Vancouver

Primary CAN Base Pay Range: $140,000 - $210,000 CAD

Additional CAN Location(s) Base Pay Range: $140,000 - $210,000 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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