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Director of Strategic Initiatives - (US Federal)

Workday · 3 Locations · On-site

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About Workday

Experience a new way to work with Sana and agentic AI from Workday. Backed by Greylock, NEA and Menlo.

About the role

This role will support one or more direct or indirect contracts with the U.S. Federal Government which, due to federal government security requirements, mandates that all Workday personnel working on the contracts be United States citizens (naturalized or native). Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • 10+ years of proven success in a strategic, operational, or enablement capacity
  • Experience with large scale cloud SaaS product, engineering, compliance and platform teams
  • Deep understanding of product lifecycle, security and infrastructure platforms
  • Bachelor's degree or higher required
  • Demonstrated experience working directly with customers, Customer Success, Implementation teams, and external partners to manage delivery commitments and resolve cross-functional issues
  • Proven ability to bring products to market on time with high customer satisfaction
More about this role

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.

Workday's General Manager for Government is seeking an experienced...

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