Principal Engineer - Identity & Access Management

Description :

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of IAM systems that are scalable, secure, and resilient.
• Own end-to-end IAM solutions, including authentication, authorization, and identity lifecycle management.
• Design and implement cloud-native solutions across AWS, GCP, or Azure environments.
• Drive best practices in microservices architecture, containerization (Docker / Kubernetes), and cloud-native patterns.
• Define and implement RBAC / ABAC models, OIDC, SAML, OAuth2.0, JWT, and JWKS standards.
• Integrate and optimize identity platforms (Auth0, Okta, Ping, Azure AD) and policy-as-code frameworks (e.g., OPA).
• Mentor and guide engineering teams on IAM, security best practices, and cloud-native design.
• Explore and leverage Generative AI tools to improve development, design, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align IAM strategy with product and business Qualifications & Skills :
• 13+ years of software engineering experience, with 5+ years focused on Identity & Access Management.
• Proven experience designing and operating large-scale, cloud-based IAM solutions.
• Strong programming skills in Java, Go, Python, or Node.js.
• Deep understanding of OIDC, SAML, OAuth2.0, JWT, JWKS, and RBAC / ABAC models.
• Hands-on experience with OPA, policy-as-code frameworks, and enterprise identity platforms (Auth0, Okta, Ping, Azure AD).
• Expertise in microservices architecture, containerization (Docker / Kubernetes), and cloud-native patterns.
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
• Experience leveraging Generative AI tools in software design and development is a Qualifications :
• Multi-cloud or hybrid cloud experience.
• Open-source contributions, publications, or conference presentations.
• Relevant certifications : CISSP, CISM, AWS Security Specialty, AWS Solutions Architect, or equivalent

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