Instructure · 1 day ago
Senior Software Engineer - Platform Identity
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expInstructure is a company that believes in the power of people to grow and succeed throughout their lives. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer on the Platform Identity team to design, develop, and maintain components for their identity and access management solution, ensuring secure authentication and authorization for users.
Cloud ManagementEdTechEducationInformation TechnologySaaS
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and deploy robust and scalable identity and access management (IAM) services, including authentication, authorization, user provisioning, and directory services
Lead technical discussions, architectural reviews, and provide mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers within the team
Collaborate closely with product managers, security engineers, and other engineering teams to define requirements, design solutions, and integrate identity services across Instructure's product ecosystem
Implement and enforce best practices for security, data privacy, and compliance within identity systems
Optimize existing identity solutions for performance, reliability, and maintainability
Participate in on-call rotation and provide support for production identity systems, troubleshooting and resolving complex issues efficiently
Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes, tools, and infrastructure
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in identity management and security
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of professional software development experience, with a significant focus on identity and access management systems
Strong proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Ruby, Go, Java, Python, C#) and experience with relevant frameworks
Demonstrable experience with identity protocols and standards (e.g., OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, SAML, SCIM)
Solid understanding of security principles, cryptography, and best practices for securing web applications and APIs
Experience designing and building highly available, scalable, and fault-tolerant distributed systems
Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and propose effective solutions
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
Benefits
Competitive compensation, plus all full-time employees participate in our ownership program - because everyone should have a stake in our success.
Flexible schedules and a remote-friendly culture, with hybrid or onsite work options available in some regions for specific roles
Generous time off, including local holidays and our annual “Dim the Lights” period in late December, when teams are encouraged to step back and recharge based on departmental needs.
Comprehensive wellness programs and mental health support
Annual learning and development stipends to support your growth
The technology and tools you need to do your best work — typically a Mac, with PC options available in some locations
Motivosity employee recognition program
A culture rooted in inclusivity, support, and meaningful connection
Company
Instructure
Instructure is an education technology company developing a learning management system for K-12 and higher education.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$89.1MKey Investors
Insight PartnersBessemer Venture Partners
2024-07-25Private Equity
2024-07-25Acquired
2015-11-13IPO
Leadership Team
Steve Daly
Chief Executive Officer
Brian Cully
Senior Vice President, Parchment & Corporate Development
Recent News
2025-12-06
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