IAM Software Engineer

Responsibilities

We are representing a confidential federal contractor supporting next-generation enterprise Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) systems for the Department of Defense. This 100% remote position focuses on identity platform integration, secure authentication services, and API development for mission-critical government systems serving millions of users.

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop, and integrate RESTful APIs supporting identity workflows and partner application authentication
• Implement OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), PKCE, and secure token management patterns
• Build secure API authentication and authorization services using JWT, access tokens, and refresh tokens
• Integrate backend services with enterprise IAM solutions including Okta Identity Engine (OIE) and Okta Embedded SDK
• Implement identity service integrations with authoritative identity repositories and enterprise data sources
• Develop secure backend web services using Java, Spring Boot,.NET, or equivalent technologies
• Support API gateway configurations, microservices architecture, and service orchestration patterns
• Implement JSON/XML data exchange models and develop API contracts supporting partner application consumption
• Apply enterprise integration patterns and asynchronous messaging (queues, events, service buses)
• Design authentication workflow orchestration and session management services
• Develop backend services supporting mobile authentication for native iOS and Android applications
• Apply advanced API security practices, including OWASP API Security Top 10, mTLS, and certificate-based authentication
• Implement enterprise audit logging and operational telemetry
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated builds, and DevSecOps processes
• Perform unit, integration, and API testing using tools such as Postman, Swagger/OpenAPI, or equivalent
• Participate in Agile development, Git-based version control, and secure configuration management
• Ensure identity solutions comply with NIST SP 800-63 Digital Identity Guidelines and Zero Trust Architecture principles
• Support DoD cybersecurity requirements, including RMF and STIG compliance

What We're Looking For

Required:

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
• 5 years experience with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 9 years with HS diploma; 0 years with PhD
• Experience designing, developing, and integrating RESTful APIs
• Strong knowledge of OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), PKCE, and token management
• Experience implementing secure API authentication and authorization (JWT, access and refresh tokens)
• Experience integrating with Okta Identity Engine (OIE) and enterprise IAM services
• Experience integrating identity services with authoritative identity repositories
• Background in secure backend development using Java, Spring Boot,.NET, or similar frameworks
• Experience with API gateways, microservices, and backend orchestration
• Proficiency with JSON/XML and API contract development
• Experience implementing enterprise integration patterns and asynchronous messaging
• Understanding of authentication workflow orchestration and session management
• Experience building backend services supporting native mobile authentication
• Knowledge of API security best practices, OWASP API Security Top 10, mTLS, and certificate authentication
• Experience with databases and secure data access patterns
• Experience in CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps environments
• Hands-on experience with unit, integration, and API testing tools (Postman, Swagger/OpenAPI)
• Experience supporting enterprise ICAM/CIAM solutions in cloud or hybrid architectures
• Knowledge of NIST SP 800-63 and Zero Trust Architecture
• Experience supporting RMF and STIG cybersecurity compliance

Preferred:

• Experience integrating backend services with Okta Identity Engine Embedded SDK
• Experience supporting large-scale Federal ICAM/CIAM programs
• Knowledge of DoD identity services, CAC/PIV, derived credentials, or enterprise credentialing
• Experience with event-driven architectures or high-security distributed systems
• Familiarity with DoD Zero Trust initiatives and identity modernization

How We Work with You

Candidates apply directly through Get A Job.ai. Our talent team will review your qualifications and conduct an initial screening. Qualified candidates will then be submitted to our client for consideration. Please do not attempt to contact the client directly, as all communication should flow through our recruiting team to ensure a smooth process for everyone involved.

Pay

This position offers competitive compensation. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the interview process based on experience, qualifications, and client budget considerations.

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