Job Software Developer/ Engineer/ Architect

Sr. Technical Program Manager

About the Team

Workday’s Technology and Strategic Planning PMO leads projects and programs across technology at Workday. These efforts require superior coordination and communication amongst our global Infrastructure, Environments, Security and Product organizations. Our mission is to drive critical, cross matrix projects and programs that ensure the delivery of Workday services to our end customers.

Workday is looking for a Program Manager to join our PMO to support programs that drive the delivery of new products/features/infrastructure utilizing industry best practices in management and Agile/Scrum methodologies.

 

About the Role

 

You will be accountable for the successful execution of the project or program. The nature of individual projects or programs will vary depending on the current needs of the organization. You will collaborate with engineers, architects and program managers from engineering and development teams to analyze and define the technical needs of projects and drive the requirements from the design phase through management and delivery.

 

Workday has a rapidly growing customer base in a Software-as-a-Service model. You need to think about security, scalability, and reliability constantly. You must enjoy the fast pace of an Internet company where requirements and constraints can change rapidly. Your daily work will have a direct impact on our customers and our business. Don’t worry though, you won't be bored with repetitive tasks as you'll be busy growing your skills as the company grows.

 

What you will do:

  • Manage multiple, complex projects or programs
  • Identify and escalate conflicts and be able to manage trade-offs involving features, cost, design and schedule.
  • Effectively communicate with senior management on decisions that impact multiple programs
  • Drive process optimization and identify opportunities for improving our service offerings.
  • Effectively communicate with cross functional teams through the complete project /program lifecycle.
  • Manage the backlog of features, enhancements, and change requests.
  • Facilitate security reviews for projects, technologies, third parties and business process to determine adherence to security policy
  • Partner with internal customers to develop new insights and understand long term vision of programs and deliver actionable results

 

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • A minimum of 4 years of experience in a project management capacity.
  • Experience with Agile project management and process improvement methodologies (e.g. Scrum, Kanban).
  • Working knowledge of service management and secure software development practices
  • Experience with security fundamentals and  compliance management
  • Excellent organizational, presentation and communication skills.
  • Able to drive collaboration and influence multiple teams.
  • Experience with Jira/Confluence is desirable.
  • Career & Capability Growth
  • Wellness Program
  • Pension
  • Health Insurance & Dental Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tax Saver Scheme
  • Stock Schemes
  • 27 Days Annual Leave