Software Engineering Manager - IAM Team - Control Plane - Platform
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Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of businesses and people. The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI to enable everyone to accelerate the results that matter. By taking advantage of all structured and unstructured data — securing and protecting private information more effectively — Elastic’s complete, cloud-based solutions for search, security, and observability help organizations deliver on the promise of AI.
What is The Role
In this role, you will lead the IAM team within the Elastic Cloud, guiding an accomplished group as they work to modernize our identity and access management systems. You’ll have the chance to oversee and support a distributed high-performance team that is tackling an ambitious roadmap, making a real impact on how we manage user identities and access. If you're looking to help shape and improve crucial systems while fostering collaboration and innovation, this position offers a great opportunity.
What You Will Be Doing
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Foster a collaborative and innovative culture within the team. Mentor team members to enhance their technical skills, setting clear performance expectations while monitoring team dynamics. Lead regular meetings to align on goals and share updates appropriately.
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Develop project plans and timelines for IAM initiatives to ensure capable execution. Allocate resources appropriately to meet project goals while tracking progress and making necessary adjustments. Communicate status updates to stakeholders and proactively manage risks and address any issues that arise.
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Evaluate and implement emerging technologies to improve IAM capabilities. Align technical strategies with overall business objectives to ensure cohesive progress. Lead technical discussions and decision-making processes within the team to foster innovation and collaboration.
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Engage with key stakeholders to gather requirements and insights for IAM projects. Build solid relationships with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of IAM solutions. Regularly communicate project progress and gather feedback to stay aligned on objectives and deliverables.
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Conduct regular performance evaluations for each team member to assess their contributions. Offer constructive feedback and coaching to promote individual growth and development. Recognize and reward noteworthy achievements to inspire the team and foster a positive environment.
What You Bring
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
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8+ years in software engineering
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3+ years in identity and access management
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Experience with cloud-based technologies and architectures
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Experience with IAM solutions and frameworks
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Proficiency in software development methodologies
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Knowledge of cloud security best practices
Compensation for this role is in the form of base salary. This role does not have a variable compensation component.
At Elastic, our compensation philosophy aims to provide fair, competitive and transparent remuneration. Salary ranges are established based on a combination of external market benchmarks, internal pay equity considerations, and the responsibilities and complexity associated with each role. This approach helps ensure consistency across comparable roles while remaining competitive within the relevant labour markets.
The final compensation offered within the applicable range will be determined based on several objective factors, including relevant professional experience, level of skills and expertise, alignment with the role requirements, and the overall scope and complexity of the position.
Additional Information - We Take Care of Our People
As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do.
We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do.
- Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary
- Health coverage for you and your family in many locations
- Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles
- Generous number of vacation days each year
- Increase your impact - We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and service
- Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love
- Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave
Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.
We welcome individuals with disabilities and strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all individuals. To request an accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email candidate_accessibility@elastic.co. We will reply to your request within 24 business hours of submission.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws, view posters linked below: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Poster; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Poster; Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Poster and Know Your Rights (Poster)
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