Software Developer – Identity & Access Management (IAM)
About The Position
Dev Technology Group is looking for a Software Developer to support a project to plan and implement Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for web-based applications as part of Operations & Maintenance (O&M) for a federal government client. The ideal candidate will have relevant development experience, understanding of Identity & Access Management (IAM), strong collaboration and communication skills, and the ability to manage complex work activities in a deadline-driven environment. This is a great opportunity to work on mission-critical systems that provide clear value to end users and our federal government clients. In collaboration with the Project Manager, Development Lead, and incumbent team members, the Software Developer will help to plan, design, and prototype the implementation of secure user authentication mechanisms for web-based applications. The primary focus of this role is to deliver a robust MFA solution leveraging industry available and a customer preferred identity provider (IdP) solution.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field with five (5) or more years of relevant experience in an Enterprise IT environment OR No Bachelor’s Degree with seven (7) or more years of relevant experience in an Enterprise IT environment
- Multi-year proficiency in application development with one or more languages: JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js, React, Angular), Java / Spring Boot
- Experience with identity and access management and single sign-on, preferably with Microsoft Entra ID
- Project experience developing and integrating user authentication workflow with web-based applications, for example Spring security
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) plus active listening skills to collaborate with a large cross functional team
- Software delivery using the Agile Scrum or Kanban methodology via Jira
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Must be able to obtain a public trust clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge and implementation of MFA solutions, specifically IdP’s AWS Cognito, Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, and/or Login.gov
- Knowledge and management of AWS GovCloud services, preferable Cognito, Lambda, S3, EC2, and API Gateway
- Experience with DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, automated builds, containerized environments, and version control using Jenkins or a similar tool
- Understanding of tokens, authentication and authorization and best secure coding practices
- Familiarity with implementing phishing-resistant MFA protocols, including PIV/CAC integration or authentication standards
- Experience building and integrating RESTful APIs
- Experience implementing password policies and account recovery flows
- AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer or Solutions Architect)
Responsibilities
- Plan, design, and prototype the implementation of secure user authentication mechanisms for web-based applications.
- Deliver a robust MFA solution leveraging industry available and a customer preferred identity provider (IdP) solution.
- Collaborate with the Project Manager, Development Lead, and incumbent team members.
Benefits
- Generous and flexible time-off policy
- Flexible work schedules and telework options, including remote work availability for eligible projects
- Career development opportunities including a mentorship program, technical and management training through Dev University, hands-on learning through DevLab, tuition reimbursement, and paid training opportunities
- Industry-leading benefits including a choice of two health plans that include dental and vision, flexible spending account, commuter benefits, life insurance, and more
- 401K matching with a 5% matching contribution
- Regular team and company social events including our annual party, happy hours, fitness challenges, and more
- A focus on community engagement including company wide support activities, employer match for donations, and time off for volunteer efforts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
