Senior Software Engineer, Distributed Systems
Mysten LabsFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with at least 7 years of experience in Site Reliability Engineering, specifically within distributed systems environments. Strong experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS or Azure, is essential, as is a deep understanding of infrastructure as code principles and automation tools. Experience with messaging systems, streaming platforms, and NoSQL databases is highly desirable.
As a Senior Site Reliability Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the Messaging, Streaming, and Caching platforms that power Workday’s products and SKUs. This includes architecting new capabilities, automating deployments and operations, monitoring system performance, and troubleshooting complex issues. You will collaborate closely with application and service teams to ensure the reliability and scalability of Workday’s infrastructure across both private and public clouds, and contribute to the overall improvement of Workday’s distributed systems platforms.
Cloud applications for finance and HR management
Workday provides enterprise cloud applications that focus on finance and human resources for medium to large-sized businesses across various industries. Its main products include Workday Human Capital Management, Workday Financial Management, Workday Adaptive Planning, and Workday Student, which help organizations manage their workforce and streamline financial operations. The software operates on a subscription model, allowing clients to pay a recurring fee based on the number of users and specific modules needed. This model supports continuous updates and improvements to the software. Workday stands out from competitors due to its strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and employee engagement, offering tools like Workday Peakon Employee Voice to enhance workforce experience. The company's goal is to provide essential tools that improve operational efficiency and support businesses in managing their human resources and financial operations effectively.