Principal Product Manager HCM (US Federal)

About the Role

As a seasoned Principal Product Manager for Federal HR Solutions, you will be the subject matter authority in U.S. uniformed military Human Resources, guiding our product roadmap and collaborating closely with customers and scrum teams. Working with Workday’s Industry Strategy team and oCHRO Product Management leadership, you will serve as the voice of the customer for product areas spanning Core HR, Benefits, Compensation, Absence, Time & Scheduling, Recruiting, Payroll and other Talent Management areas.

About You

You are a highly qualified product manager with a consistent track record in the federal HR domain. A strategic problem solver, you are passionate about building products and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Comfortable working with both technical and non-technical partners, you are a self-starter with excellent communication and presentation abilities, adept at navigating the complexities of the federal government. You are a recognized domain expert, capable of mentoring others on the impact of proposed functionality. You excel at facilitating cross-functional collaboration, ensuring all voices are heard, and managing sophisticated group dynamics. You build consensus and alignment, effectively advocating for ideas and tailoring your communication to diverse audiences. You are a trusted manager of product work, consistently removing obstacles, following procedures, and demonstrating accountability.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in uniformed military human resources management

• 5+ years of experience in Product Management or related experience

Other Qualifications:

• Understand the full lifecycle for military service members from hire to retire

• Knowledge of Title X Service HR Regulations, DOD Requirements, and the uniformed military orders process.Knowledge of Military Personnel Data System (MilPDS) / MilPDS, Military Pay Calculations for Commissioned & Warrant Officers, Health Officers &Enlisted Members, as well as Career Sea & Submarine Duty Pay, Combat Zone Pay and Tax Exclusions

• Understanding of Allowances such as Basic Allowance for Subsistence, Clothing Allowances, Muster Duty Allowance, Senior ROTC Monthly Subsistence Allowance

• Knowledge of unique human capital business practices in the intelligence community

• Knowledge of Aviation Incentive Pay (Desirable)

• Active Security Clearance (TS-SCI w/ poly) Preferred

• HCM and Payroll knowledge and expertise (HCM Core, Absence, Benefits, Compensation, Recruiting)

• Demonstrated ability to translate complex HR requirements into actionable product specifications

• Experience presenting to executive audiences including the federal government agencies

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 .

Primary Location: DC.AshburnPrimary Location Base Pay Range: $182,300 USD - $273,400 USDAdditional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $164,900 USD - $288,000 USD

Additional Considerations:

If performed in Colorado, the pay range for this job is $173,600 - $260,400 USD based on min and max pay range for that role if performed in CO.

The application deadline for this role is the same as the posting end date stated as below:

12/31/2025