Full Time

Backend Senior Software Engineer, Identity

Vanta
United States
$150,000 - $220,000* / year (about $72–$106 an hour)

Job Description

About this kind of role

What a Backend Senior Software Engineer, Identity usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: Designs, develops, and maintains the backend systems that manage user identities and authentication. This includes building APIs, databases, and services to handle user registration, login, profile management, and security features. Responsibilities often involve ensuring the scalability, reliability, and security of identity infrastructure. Collaboration with frontend engineers and security teams is common to integrate identity solutions seamlessly.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, or Go, experience with databases (SQL or NoSQL), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), and familiarity with authentication protocols (OAuth, SAML) are generally required.

Good fit for: Individuals with a strong understanding of software architecture, security best practices, and a passion for building robust and scalable systems are typically successful in this role.

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