xAI · Foundation models
Sr. IAM Engineer
- Austin, +3 more: Washington DC, New York, Palo Alto
Still open on xAI's site · checked 2 hours ago
- Level
- Senior
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Posted
What you'll do
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SR. IAM ENGINEER
We are looking for an Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer to play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maturing our enterprise IAM ecosystem. As a Senior IAM Engineer, you will serve as a key subject matter expert (SME) within the broader Information Security organization, driving secure, scalable, and user-friendly identity solutions in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You will own complex IAM initiatives end-to-end — from strategy and architecture to implementation and optimization — while collaborating closely with Security, Infrastructure, Application, and Engineering teams. This is a high-impact, hands-on role suited for someone who thrives in ambiguity and takes extreme ownership of outcomes.
This high-visibility role requires the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates extreme ownership, a collaborative no-ego mindset, and is comfortable taking the lead. This is a significant opportunity to shape the future of identity and security at the company.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and implement enterprise-grade IAM solutions across on-prem, cloud, and SaaS environments
- Architect and deliver end-to-end federation strategies using modern protocols (SAML, OIDC, OAuth 2.0, SCIM)
- Lead integration and optimization of key IAM platforms including SailPoint, Okta, PingOne, Microsoft Entra ID, and other tools
- Drive Identity Lifecycle Management (LCM), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Privileged Access Management (PAM), and Just-In-Time access initiatives
- Develop automation scripts and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) to improve provisioning, governance, and operational efficiency
- Serve as the primary IAM SME, providing technical guidance, troubleshooting complex issues, and mentoring other team members
- Work closely with InfoSec, Compliance, and Engineering teams to meet audit, regulatory, and security requirements
- Continuously improve IAM architecture, processes, and capabilities in a dynamic, fast-moving organization
- Support cloud IAM strategies across AWS, GCP, and other platforms
- Participate in on-call rotation and incident response related to identity systems
Requirements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Thorough understanding of IAM principles and modern security concepts, including Zero Trust, Least Privilege, Adaptive/Risk-Based Authentication, Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC), Continuous Access Evaluation, and Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR)
- Strong expertise in IAM protocols and standards: SAML, OIDC, OAuth 2.0, SCIM, and other federation protocols
- Strong expertise in IAM and federation protocols, with proven experience in architecting and implementing end-to-end federation solutions
- Hands-on experience with major IAM platforms, particularly SailPoint, Okta, PingOne, and Microsoft identity solutions
- Strong working knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS and GCP), Cloud IAM services, Terraform, and CI/CD practices
- Strong scripting and programming skills in Python and JavaScript/TypeScript, with extensive experience developing IAM workflows, automation, and integrations
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives and drive projects from design through implementation
Skills
Stack
- Python
- TypeScript
- JavaScript
- AWS
- Google Cloud
- Terraform
Working languages
English
Salary & benefits
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
$100,000 - $258,000 USD
Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at SpaceXSI, which also includes equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks.
SpaceXSI is an equal opportunity employer. For details on data processing, view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.
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