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Senior Software Engineer – Platform Identity
Location
United States
Posted
159 days ago
Salary
$120K - $150K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Software Engineer – Platform Identity
Instructure
• Design, develop, and deploy robust and scalable identity and access management (IAM) services, including authentication, authorization, user provisioning, and directory services. • Lead technical discussions, architectural reviews, and provide mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers within the team. • Collaborate closely with product managers, security engineers, and other engineering teams to define requirements, design solutions, and integrate identity services across Instructure's product ecosystem. • Implement and enforce best practices for security, data privacy, and compliance within identity systems. • Optimize existing identity solutions for performance, reliability, and maintainability. • Participate in on-call rotation and provide support for production identity systems, troubleshooting and resolving complex issues efficiently. • Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes, tools, and infrastructure. • Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in identity management and security.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience.
- 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a significant focus on identity and access management systems.
- Strong proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Ruby, Go, Java, Python, C#) and experience with relevant frameworks.
- Demonstrable experience with identity protocols and standards (e.g., OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, SAML, SCIM).
- Solid understanding of security principles, cryptography, and best practices for securing web applications and APIs.
- Experience designing and building highly available, scalable, and fault-tolerant distributed systems.
- Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases.
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and propose effective solutions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, plus all full-time employees participate in our ownership program - because everyone should have a stake in our success.
- Flexible schedules and a remote-friendly culture, with hybrid or onsite work options available in some regions for specific roles
- Generous time off, including local holidays and our annual “Dim the Lights” period in late December, when teams are encouraged to step back and recharge based on departmental needs.
- Comprehensive wellness programs and mental health support
- Annual learning and development stipends to support your growth
- The technology and tools you need to do your best work — typically a Mac, with PC options available in some locations
- Motivosity employee recognition program
- A culture rooted in inclusivity, support, and meaningful connection
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