Principal Operations Manager

Workday is hiring a Principal Operations Manager to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Principal Operations Manager, you'll make the business run smoothly and efficiently. This is a contract, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — US (PST)). About the role You'll make the business run smoothly and efficiently, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Coordinate across teams and vendors • Improve and document processes • Support strategic initiatives • Analyze operational metrics • Identify and remove bottlenecks What we offer: • 100% remote, work-from-anywhere-in-the-US culture • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Home office and wellness stipends • Flexible working hours across US time zones • Paid parental leave How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. Workday is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 7+ years of experience, including leading teams or projects • Clear communication • Strong problem-solving skills • Excellent organization • Comfort with data and spreadsheets Nice to have: • Familiarity with modern collaboration tools (Slack, Notion, Linear) • Experience working in a fully remote or distributed team