Workday employs about 14,141 people worldwide, supporting its portfolio of cloud applications for finance, HR, and planning. The company recorded 1,332 new hires while 1,045 employees departed, resulting in net growth that underscores an ongoing commitment to product innovation and customer support. Headcount data shows a balanced expansion that aligns with Workday’s position in the enterprise software market.
Engineering is Workday’s largest function with 5,595 employees, representing roughly 40 % of total staff and highlighting the organisation’s focus on product development. Sales and Support follow at 2,790 employees, ensuring customers receive implementation guidance and account management. Marketing and Product teams account for 1,753 employees, while Business Management, Finance and Administration, IT, and Human Resources collectively contribute more than 2,700 roles that keep operations running efficiently. Smaller groups in Operations, Consulting, and Other specialised areas round out the workforce, providing a comprehensive skill mix across the company.
Workday’s headquarters in San Francisco hosts the single largest concentration of employees at 3,058, or just over one-fifth of the global workforce. Additional U.S. hubs include Atlanta, Denver, Chicago, Salt Lake City, New York, and Austin, illustrating a broad domestic footprint. Internationally, Dublin and London serve as key EMEA offices, with Dublin employing 847 people. A further 1,098 employees are distributed across other sites and remote roles, reflecting Workday’s flexible approach to talent placement.