hackajob · 6 hours ago
Lead Software Engineer - Identity Access Manager
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
5+ years exphackajob is collaborating with J.P. Morgan to connect exceptional tech professionals for the role of Lead Software Engineer. In this position, you will be a core technical contributor responsible for architecting and implementing robust authentication systems, driving operational excellence, and mentoring junior engineers while promoting best practices in security and backend engineering.
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Responsibilities
Architect and implement robust authentication systems: Design, develop, and maintain secure authentication and authorization solutions, leveraging industry-standard protocols (OIDC, OAuth, SAML, etc.) to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with security best practices
Champion security-first development: Consistently deliver high-quality, production-ready code with a strong emphasis on security, code reviews, and vulnerability mitigation. Proactively identify and remediate security risks in backend systems
Lead technical troubleshooting and innovation: Tackle complex technical challenges with creative, non-conventional approaches. Break down intricate problems and deliver scalable, maintainable solutions that align with business and client needs
Drive operational excellence: Identify and automate remediation of recurring issues to enhance the stability, reliability, and performance of authentication and backend services
Evaluate and integrate new technologies: Lead technical evaluation sessions with vendors, startups, and internal teams to assess architectural fit, security posture, and integration potential for authentication and backend solutions
Mentor and develop talent: Guide junior engineers and peers, fostering a culture of continuous learning, extreme ownership, and mutual respect. Encourage personal growth and technical excellence within the team
Promote best practices and community engagement: Lead communities of practice focused on authentication, security, and backend engineering. Drive adoption of new technologies and share knowledge across teams
Model firmwide values: Contribute to a culture of diversity, inclusion, opportunity, and respect. Maintain a strong focus on delivering value for the firm, clients, and stakeholders, while expanding your professional network and external outreach
Qualification
Required
5+ years of hands-on backend development experience, with a proven track record in designing and building secure authentication systems
Expertise in authentication protocols: Deep knowledge of OIDC, OAuth, SAML, and related standards, with practical experience implementing and integrating these protocols in production environments
Advanced programming skills: Proficiency in Java (preferred), with additional experience in Shell and Groovy scripting
Security mindset: Demonstrated ability to deliver secure, resilient, and scalable backend solutions. Strong understanding of secure coding practices and threat modeling
Cloud-native development: Practical experience with AWS and containerization technologies (Kubernetes, Docker), and resilient RDBMS solutions (CockroachDB or similar)
DevOps and automation: Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines, automation tools, and git source control management
Full SDLC ownership: Deep understanding of the software development lifecycle, agile methodologies, and operational stability
Industry knowledge: Familiarity with financial services IT systems and regulatory requirements is a plus
Preferred
Experience leading technical teams or communities of practice
Strong communication and mentoring skills, with a passion for developing others
Active participation in external security or authentication communities is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive health care coverage
On-site health and wellness centers
A retirement savings plan
Backup childcare
Tuition reimbursement
Mental health support
Financial coaching
Company
hackajob
The AI-native tech hiring platform trusted by enterprises, scale-ups, and 1M+ tech professionals worldwide.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$33MKey Investors
Volition CapitalAVP,Downing VenturesDowning Ventures
2023-05-03Series B· $25M
2018-10-25Series A· $6.7M
2017-03-31Seed· $0.58M
Leadership Team
Mark Chaffey
CEO
Phil Kell
VP - Marketplace
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