Iam Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have strong hands-on experience in identity and access management (IAM), particularly with SailPoint and Okta. Your expertise includes designing and implementing IAM solutions that ensure secure and compliant access across enterprise environments. You understand core IAM concepts such as provisioning, deprovisioning, and access governance, enabling you to contribute effectively to the organization's security posture.

With a solid background in programming, particularly in Python, you are capable of developing and maintaining production-quality code to extend IAM platforms. Your experience includes building custom integrations and workflows using APIs and event-driven automation, which are essential for enhancing IAM capabilities. You are also familiar with Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions, including vaulting and session controls, which are critical for managing sensitive access.

You thrive in collaborative environments, partnering closely with security, IT, and engineering teams to enforce least privilege access and reduce operational friction. Your ability to communicate complex IAM concepts clearly to stakeholders ensures that security and compliance requirements are met effectively.

Desirable

Experience with Kotlin is a strong plus, as it complements your primary programming skills. Familiarity with regulatory requirements and security standards will further enhance your contributions to the team.

What you'll do

In this role, you will design and implement workforce IAM solutions using SailPoint and/or Okta IGA, focusing on lifecycle management, access requests, certifications, and role modeling. You will build and maintain custom integrations and workflows, leveraging APIs and connectors to automate processes and improve efficiency.

Your responsibilities will include implementing and supporting PAM capabilities, ensuring that sensitive access is managed securely. You will develop and maintain production-quality code primarily in Python, with opportunities to utilize Kotlin as well. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure that IAM solutions meet scalability, security, and compliance requirements, enabling the organization to grow securely.

You will lead initiatives for identity lifecycle automation, access request and certification workflows, and role modeling, contributing to the overall security strategy of the organization. Your work will directly impact the organization's ability to meet regulatory and security requirements, making your role crucial in supporting secure growth.

What we offer

Affirm offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on the organization's security posture. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge IAM technologies and collaborate with talented professionals across various teams. The company values innovation and encourages you to bring your ideas to the table, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.

As part of the Affirm team, you will enjoy a flexible remote work arrangement, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively. The company is committed to providing competitive compensation and benefits, ensuring that you are rewarded for your contributions to the team and the organization as a whole.