Senior IT Engineer – Identity & Automation Lead - Remote

Overview

We’re looking for a Senior IT Engineer – Identity & Automation Lead to join our team and help lead the evolution of our IT infrastructure with a deep focus on identity systems (Okta) and automation-first principles. This is a high-impact, cross-functional engineering role where you’ll architect scalable solutions across SaaS platforms, cloud infrastructure, and endpoint environments while championing the security and efficiency of our identity ecosystem.

In Short

• Lead the design and implementation of secure, automated IT infrastructure.
• Serve as the subject matter expert and administrator for Okta, including SSO, MFA, lifecycle management, SCIM provisioning, and integrations.
• Automate IT and IAM workflows using Python, PowerShell, Okta Workflows, and Terraform.
• Manage identity-related integrations across key platforms like Google Workspace, Slack, Workday, AWS, GitHub, Azure, M365 and more.
• Design and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code deployments and CI/CD pipelines for repeatable and version-controlled systems management.
• Build robust onboarding/offboarding processes using zero-touch provisioning with tools like AutoPilot, JAMF, and Intune.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align IAM strategy with broader security, compliance, and operational goals.
• Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation of systems, processes, and configurations.
• Mentor junior engineers and serve as a technical escalation point for complex identity and automation challenges.
• Proactively monitor system logs and health metrics to anticipate and prevent outages or compliance drift.

Requirements

• Have 5–8+ years of experience in IT engineering, including 3+ years in a senior Okta administrator or IAM-focused role.
• Possess deep knowledge of Okta, including Universal Directory, SSO, MFA, SCIM, API integrations, and automation tooling.
• Write and maintain automation scripts in Python, Bash/Zsh, and PowerShell.
• Have a DevOps-oriented mindset, using Terraform, GitHub Actions, and Infrastructure-as-Code to manage systems.
• Know how to design and maintain secure, scalable SaaS environments and identity integrations.
• Understand and work with modern identity protocols like SAML, OAuth, OIDC, and SCIM.
• Are comfortable working across macOS, Windows, and Linux endpoints.
• Thrive in cross-functional settings, communicating effectively with engineers, security professionals, and business stakeholders.
• Bring a product mindset to IT—treating infrastructure like code and end users like customers.
• Enjoy solving complex problems, continuously improving systems, and mentoring others on best practices.

Benefits

• Base pay range of $104,000-130,000 annually, plus RSUs and bonuses.
• Comprehensive package of benefits including unlimited PTO, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.