About You Basic Qualifications * 5+ years of related software development experience * 2+ years of experience developing REST/GraphQL APIs with a common web application framework (e.g., Rails ...
About You Basic Qualifications * 5+ years of related software development experience * 2+ years of experience developing REST/GraphQL APIs with a common web application framework (e.g., Rails ...
Senior Software Development Engineer
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$144K - $190K/yr
The Adobe Stock organization is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to help build and evolve our Web Platform (stock.adobe.com). Adobe Stock gives designers and businesses access to over 200 ...
Senior Software Development Engineer
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$144K - $190K/yr
The Adobe Stock organization is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to help build and evolve our Web Platform (stock.adobe.com). Adobe Stock gives designers and businesses access to over 200 ...
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. * 3+ years of professional software development experience. * Strong experience in full-stack ...
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. * 3+ years of professional software development experience. * Strong experience in full-stack ...
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Senior Software Development Engineer
$136K - $179K/yr
... of software engineering experience, with demonstrated senior-level ownership of complex production systems. * 8+ years of experience in JVM-based backend development (Java or Kotlin), with ...
Senior Software Development Engineer
$136K - $179K/yr
... of software engineering experience, with demonstrated senior-level ownership of complex production systems. * 8+ years of experience in JVM-based backend development (Java or Kotlin), with ...
About You Basic Qualifications * 5+ years of related software development experience * 2+ years of experience developing REST/GraphQL APIs with a common web application framework (e.g., Rails ...
About You Basic Qualifications * 5+ years of related software development experience * 2+ years of experience developing REST/GraphQL APIs with a common web application framework (e.g., Rails ...
About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Software Engineer, Front End to join the ... AI-Assisted Development: Apply AI-assisted tools to write, test, and refactor code, and accelerate ...
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S oftware Development Engineer in Test Location: Remote USA Employees : Industry : Wireless services Position Reporting To: QA Manager Dynamic Bay Area startup is seeking an SDET who will be ...
Software Development Engineer in Test
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$59 - $76/hr
Software Development Engineer in Test Locations: Boston, MA- Hybrid must be onsite 6x a month (hiring locally only) Get To Know Us: We are growing team with a start-up mentality and we are looking ...
Software Development Engineer in Test
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$59 - $76/hr
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Software Development Engineer in Test Location: San Francisco, CA - 6x a month (HIRING LOCALLY ONLY) About the Role We are growing team with a start-up mentality and we are looking for motivated ...
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Staff Software Development Engineer in Test San Mateo, CA Do you have a passion for development and automation as well as driven vision for delivering the best experiences to users? Do you want to ...
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Software Development Engineer in Test
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$59 - $76/hr
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Software Development Engineer in Test
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Software Development Engineer in Test Contractor (SDET Contractor)
San Mateo, CA · On-site
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San Mateo, CA · On-site
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SDET
Pleasanton, CA · On-site
$55.75 - $71.75/hr
Software Development Engineers in Test are involved in all aspects of quality assurance activities for a scrum team. Working closely with other Quality Engineers, SDETs, Developers and Product ...
SDET
Pleasanton, CA · On-site
$55.75 - $71.75/hr
Software Development Engineers in Test are involved in all aspects of quality assurance activities for a scrum team. Working closely with other Quality Engineers, SDETs, Developers and Product ...
Principal, Software Development Engineering in Test (SDET)
Pleasanton, CA · On-site
$189K - $283K/yr
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Principal, Software Development Engineering in Test (SDET)
Pleasanton, CA · On-site
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Software Development Engineer in Test Contractor (SDET Contractor)
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$52 - $78/hr
We are looking for a Software Development Engineer in Test Contractor (SDET Contractor) who can help ensure we're able to continue to grow our capabilities without negative impact to our passionate ...
Software Development Engineer in Test Contractor (SDET Contractor)
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$52 - $78/hr
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| Credentials | Typically requires a degree in computer science or related field, coding certifications | Similar credentials, often includes certifications in software engineering principles |
| Work Environment | Developing, coding, and testing software applications | Designing, analyzing, and managing software projects and systems |
| Industry Usage | Commonly used in tech companies, startups, and software firms | Used in larger organizations, focusing on system architecture and process |
| Search & Comparison Intent | Focuses on coding and application creation | Emphasizes system design and engineering principles |
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Full-time
Re-posted 13 days ago
Workday rating
9.2
Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
19th of 209 rated software companies
Job description
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
The Pipedream team is on a mission to arm AI Agents with connectors to third-party applications and APIs, unlocking tremendous value for Workday and its customers. We are the bridge between Workday's intelligent platform and the broader ecosystem of tools and services that businesses rely on every day.
Newly brought into the Workday platform, Pipedream offers something rare: the opportunity to work in a startup environment while delivering enterprise-scale impact. Our work powers integrations for both internal Workday services and external customers such as Perplexity and Meta. If you enjoy moving fast, wearing multiple hats, and seeing your work directly shape a product's direction, this is a team where you can do exactly that.
About the Role
As a Software Engineer on the Pipedream team, you will help expand the core capabilities of Pipedream Connect and its growing catalog of connectors to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers. You will work across a diverse and modern technology stack - including Go, Node.js, Rust, Rails, Kotlin, SQL, Redis, and Kubernetes - and have the opportunity to continuously pick up and learn new technologies along the way.
Examples of the types of projects you will work on include:
- Progressive and dynamic auth scopes to provide least-privilege connections for Pipedream Connect use cases
- Service-level account connections for enterprise management use cases
- Document management, normalization, and authorization capabilities across multiple third-party platforms
Your Growth at Pipedream
- 1st week: You have familiarized yourself with the development environment and committed your first production code change.
- 1st month: You have successfully delivered product features that require API and backend development.
- 3rd month: You are the expert engineer behind a significant feature and have delivered the first iteration of that feature to users. You understand how this feature improves Pipedream Connect for developers and use data and experience to inform further development on this and other features.
About You
Basic Qualifications
- 5+ years of related software development experience
- 2+ years of experience developing REST/GraphQL APIs with a common web application framework (e.g., Rails, Node.js/Express)
- Experience working with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL)
- Familiarity with key-value data stores (e.g., Redis, Valkey)
- Experience with techniques for scaling high-volume APIs
Other Qualifications
- Skilled in algorithmic thinking, with the ability to design and apply step-by-step approaches to solve complex problems, optimize processes, and build efficient software
- Proficient in API development, including designing, building, and maintaining APIs that enable integration with external systems and improve software modularity, security, and performance
- Experienced in code testing methodologies such as unit testing, integration testing, and regression testing, with the ability to use testing tools and frameworks to ensure software quality before deployment
- Solid understanding of the full software development lifecycle, including designing, programming, documenting, testing, and maintaining applications and software components
- Proficient with source control management tools and practices, including managing versions and branches, resolving merge conflicts, and ensuring changes are properly documented
- Effective team collaborator who communicates well, contributes to a positive and inclusive team environment, and works cooperatively with others toward shared goals
- Skilled in technical writing and documentation, with the ability to create clear, structured, and comprehensive documents that convey complex technical information to a variety of audiences
- A genuine passion for learning and intellectual curiosity - you enjoy picking up new technologies and diving into unfamiliar problem spaces
- Experience with JVM languages (e.g., Java, Kotlin), Go, and/or Rust is a plus
- Experience building distributed applications on cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) is a plus
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.San Francisco
Primary Location Base Pay Range: $148,000 USD - $222,000 USD
Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $123,900 USD - $222,000 USD
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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About Workday
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Workday's journey began with a transformative idea generated during a breakfast conversation between its founders in sunny California. What set us apart from the start was our people-centric culture, driven by the core value of prioritizing our employees. At Workday, the happiness, growth, and contributions of every team member are at the heart of who we are. Our collaborative and employee-focused culture is the key ingredient for our business success. We not only care for our people but also for the communities and the environment, all while maintaining profitability. Embrace your uniqueness, as we encourage our Workmates to shine brightly in their authentic selves. Our passion and energy make us distinct, and we are inspired to create a brighter workday for everyone.
Industry
Software development
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Pleasanton, CA, US
Year founded
2005