Principal Product Manager HCM (US Federal)

Workday • Mclean, VA

74d • $182,300 - $273,400

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in uniformed military human resources management.
• 5+ years of experience in Product Management or related experience.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Aviation Incentive Pay.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter authority in U.S. uniformed military Human Resources.
• Guide the product roadmap and collaborate closely with customers and scrum teams.
• Work with Workday's Industry Strategy team and oCHRO Product Management leadership.
• Act as the voice of the customer for product areas spanning Core HR, Benefits, Compensation, Absence, Time & Scheduling, Recruiting, Payroll and other Talent Management areas.

Benefits

• Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.
• Annual refresh stock grants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees