Software Engineer - IAM

Company: G-research
Location: Dallas
Posted on: May 6, 2024

Job Description:

Do you want to tackle the biggest questions in finance with near infinite compute power at your fingertips?G-Research is a leading quantitative research and technology firm, with offices in London and Dallas. We are proud to employ some of the best people in their field and to nurture their talent in a dynamic, flexible and highly stimulating culture where world-beating ideas are cultivated and rewarded.This is a hybrid role based in our new Dallas infrastructure hub where we work on the latest technologies in a cutting-edge environment.The RoleThe Identity and Access Management (IAM) team at G-Research safeguards digital identities to ensure secure and compliant access to our technology infrastructure.Our mission is to implement cutting-edge IAM solutions that balance security with efficiency, enabling seamless access control while protecting organisational assets. By embracing automation and modern security practices, we aim to enhance productivity and foster a culture of security across the enterprise.As a Software Engineer in the IAM team, you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing solutions that secure our authentication, authorization, and user lifecycle management infrastructure. Reporting to the Head of IAM, you will collaborate with stakeholders across the Engineering division to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions that are secure, efficient, and scalable.Key responsibilities of the role include:Leading the development and integration of IAM solutions, aligning business needs with technical requirementsEngaging with stakeholders to understand challenges and requirements, providing expertise to solve complex IAM-related problemsImplementing and maintaining scalable and secure systems using a variety of technologies and productsDriving the adoption of automation, Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD practices within the IAM domainContributing to the continuous improvement of our IAM processes, tooling, and practicesLeading efforts to instil SDLC best practices in the team to improve the developer experience of working with existing systems, ensuring that security is seamlessly integrated into the development process without compromising efficiency or productivityWho are we looking for?The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:Extensive software engineering experience, ideally with a demonstrated history in the IAM spaceA solid understanding of software architecture, concurrency, algorithms and data structuresProficiency in object-oriented programming with excellent problem-solving skills, using languages such as Java or C#A strong interest in the security domain, with enthusiasm for collaborating with software engineering colleagues to tackle complex technical challengesThe following skills and experiences are beneficial, but not essential:Domain knowledge of IAM tooling and processes, including JML processes, authentication, authorization, SAML, OIDC, MFA, PAM and PKIExperience with SailPoint IdentityIQ, and directory services, such as LDAP/Active DirectoryProficiency in LinuxFamiliarity with security standards (ISO, CIS, NIST)Experience with platforms such as Kubernetes, OpenStack, and SaaS platforms, such asAWS and AzureExperience with frontend development using HTML, JavaScript, React, TypeScript and AngularGood knowledge of secure development practices, such as input sanitization, container security and, cryptographyConcurrent and distributed systems designWhy should you apply?Market-leading compensation plus annual discretionary bonusInformal dress code and excellent work/life balanceExcellent paid time off allowance of 25 daysSick days, military leave, and family and medical leaveGenerous 401(k) plan16-weeks' fully paid parental leaveMedical and Prescription, Dental, and Vision insuranceLife and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insuranceEmployee Assistance and Wellness programsGenerous relocation allowance and supportGreat selection of office snacks, and hot and cold drinksOn-site gym and car parkingby Jobble

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