Ireland, Dublin Hybrid Employment

Workday is hiring a Software Development Engineer - Application Development

About the Role

Join a forward-thinking engineering team focused on creating powerful, cloud-based enterprise applications. In this role, you'll design and implement scalable, object-oriented systems within a metadata-driven architecture, contributing to platforms that serve millions of users worldwide. You'll write clean, maintainable code and ensure reliability through comprehensive automated testing integrated into continuous delivery pipelines.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and deliver high-performance, resilient software solutions using object-oriented frameworks
  • Build and maintain systems within a metadata-centric development environment
  • Write unit, integration, and system-level tests to support continuous deployment
  • Collaborate with architects, product teams, and engineers across functions to advance technical initiatives
  • Participate in code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge-sharing sessions to strengthen team capabilities

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum of four years of experience in developing scalable, enterprise-level applications
  • Strong background in object-oriented programming with languages such as Java, C#, C++, or Scala
  • Deep appreciation for agile methodologies and team-based development
  • Proven ability to deliver quality software under tight timelines
  • Commitment to automated testing across all levels
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, collaborative environment with a customer-first mindset

Preferred Background

  • Experience leading technical teams or guiding agile practices
  • Familiarity with integration technologies and modern front-end frameworks like React
  • Background in metadata-driven or definitional development environments

Work Environment

This is a hybrid role requiring at least 50% in-office or field presence each quarter. You’ll have the flexibility to shape a schedule that aligns with team goals and personal needs, supported by a culture that values trust, inclusion, and continuous growth. The organization emphasizes long-term investment in employees, offering development opportunities, stock refresh grants, and performance-based bonuses. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, PTO, and support for career advancement. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws.

Required Skills
JavaC#C++ScalaObject-Oriented ProgrammingReactMetadata Driven DevelopmentContinuous Development PipelineEnterprise Cloud SolutionsAgile DevelopmentCollaborative Team Culture JavaC#C++ScalaObject-Oriented ProgrammingReactMetadata Driven DevelopmentContinuous Development PipelineEnterprise Cloud SolutionsAgile DevelopmentCollaborative Team Culture
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Job Details
Department Application Development
Category backend
Posted 14 days ago