Senior SailPoint Developer

Overall Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing support of SailPoint IdentityIQ solutions, including onboarding of applications, roles, certifications, reports, and workflows.
• Manage the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) requirements gathering, solution design, development, testing, deployment, and support following organizational standards and Agile methodologies.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve IAM issues proactively to maintain accurate access controls and minimize orphan accounts or access anomalies.
• Develop automation scripts, utilities, and enhancements to streamline IAM processes and improve operational efficiencies.
• Engage with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to coordinate system upgrades, new features, and platform support activities.
• Conduct performance reviews and health checks of IAM systems post-deployment to ensure stability, security compliance, and optimal performance.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of technical configurations, workflows, and support artifacts for governance, audits, and knowledge sharing.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing current processes and exploring emerging IAM technologies, including cloud-based solutions and modernization efforts.

Software Requirements

Required Skills:

• Extensive hands-on experience with SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ), including onboarding, rule creation, object configuration, and application integration (minimum 7+ years in SailPoint IAM projects).
• Proficiency in core Java development for customizing and extending SailPoint functionalities.
• Strong understanding of IAM concepts such as Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Segregation of Duties (SoD), role mining, and access provisioning.
• Experience with API integrations using SCIM, web services, and REST APIs.
• Scripting expertise with Java, Groovy, or similar languages for developing workflows and automation utilities.
• Familiarity with version control systems, especially Git.
• Basic knowledge of enterprise ticketing systems like JIRA or Remedy for workflow management and issue tracking.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of cloud IAM solutions and cloud migration considerations.
• Hands-on experience with LDAP, Active Directory, or other directory services.
• Experience with SailPoint out-of-the-box connectors and their customization

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming Languages:

• Essential: Java, Groovy for customization, scripting, and workflow development.
• Preferred: Python, JavaScript for automation and tool development.

Databases & Data Management:

• Basic understanding of relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server for report generation and data analysis.

Cloud Technologies:

• Preferred: Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) focusing on IAM capabilities and migration considerations.

Frameworks & Libraries:

• Familiarity with API standards and protocols, including SCIM, REST, and web services.

Development Tools & Methodologies:

• Essential: Git, Agile/Scrum practices, version control systems, and familiarity with DevOps principles.
• Preferred: CI/CD pipeline tools such as Jenkins or Bitbucket pipelines.

Security Protocols:

• Understanding of security standards including SAML, OAuth, LDAP, and their implementations within IAM solutions.

Experience Requirements

• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of professional experience in IAM, with significant focus on SailPoint IdentityIQ implementations.
• Proven track record managing complex identity management projects such as onboarding, provisioning, role management, and certification campaigns.
• Demonstrated ability to translate organizational and business requirements into scalable IAM technical solutions.
• Experience supporting identity security policies, SoD controls, role mining workflows, and audit compliance activities.
• Prior experience working within enterprise IT environments and collaborating with vendors for platform support and upgrades is highly desirable.

Day-to-Day Activities

• Customize and configure SailPoint IdentityIQ applications to align with project goals and client requirements.
• Execute system testing, deployment activities, and post-implementation support, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve IAM and access issues promptly, providing root cause analysis and remediation.
• Develop automation scripts and utilities to replace manual tasks, thereby increasing team efficiency.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams on platform support, upgrades, and feature enhancements.
• Conduct system health checks, performance tuning, and capacity planning to sustain system reliability.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and knowledge transfer to team members and stakeholders.
• Document system configurations, workflows, process changes, and support artifacts accurately and comprehensively.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Equivalent professional experience in IAM, identity management, or related disciplines can be considered.

Certifications (Preferred):

• SailPoint Certified IdentityIQ Engineer or relevant IAM certifications.

Training & Professional Development:

• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning - especially related to emerging IAM technologies, cloud solutions, and security standards.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on identifying efficient and scalable solutions.
• Effective communicator capable of translating technical details for diverse audiences and stakeholders.
• Collaborative team player experienced working with cross-functional teams across different geographies.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently, and adapt quickly to changing project demands.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous process improvement and technological innovation.
• Sound understanding of risk mitigation and security best practices within IAM environments