Senior IAM Engineer

About The Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer to be the Okta subject matter expert (SME) and drive our identity security strategy.

As a Senior IAM Engineer, you will be a key contributor responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of our enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, with a primary focus on the Okta platform. This role requires deep technical expertise, especially with Okta’s Advanced Lifecycle Management and Workflows capabilities, and a strong understanding of security and compliance in a modern SaaS environment (Google Workspace, Slack, AWS, etc.). You will work independently on complex projects and cross-functional business initiatives.

The base salary offered for this role and level of experience will begin at $127,000 and up to $175,000. Full-time employees are also eligible for a bonus, competitive equity package, and benefits. The actual base salary offered may be higher, depending on your location, skills, qualifications, and experience.

In This Role You Can Expect To

Okta and Identity Administration

Okta Platform Ownership

Administer, maintain, and optimize our Okta tenant, including Universal Directory, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) policies.

Lifecycle Management (lcm)

Design, implement, and maintain advanced user provisioning and deprovisioning solutions (JIT, SCIM) across our entire application ecosystem (e.g.,

Google Workspace, Slack,

etc).

Automation with Workflows

: Develop, test, and manage complex, resilient automation using

Okta Workflows

to streamline identity processes, orchestrate actions between systems, and enforce security policies.

Authentication & Authorization

: Configure and manage SSO integrations using industry-standard protocols such as

SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, and OpenID Connect (OIDC)

.

Experience With Infrastructure As Code

(IaC) tools for managing configuration (e.g., Terraform)\

Security, Governance, and Compliance

Security Posture

Partner with the Security team to enhance and enforce a

Zero Trust

security model by implementing strong, adaptive authentication rules and least-privilege access across all applications.

Access Reviews

Manage and automate access certification campaigns and audits to meet compliance requirements (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001).

Troubleshooting

Serve as the Tier 3 escalation point for all complex IAM-related issues, providing expert diagnosis and resolution for identity, federation, and access problems.

Scripting & Api Integration

Utilize scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) and

Okta's API

to create custom integrations, manage system configurations, and further automate tasks that cannot be handled by built-in connectors or workflows.

To thrive in this role you have

Experience

: 5+ years of hands-on experience in Identity and Access Management engineering, with a minimum of

3 years dedicated to Okta administration and engineering

.

Okta Expertise

: Deep, demonstrable expertise in Okta's core products, including

Okta Workflows, Okta Lifecycle Management, and Okta Adaptive/Contextual MFA

.

Technical Protocols

: Expert-level knowledge of authentication and authorization protocols (

SAML, OAuth, OIDC, SCIM

).

Scripting

: Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g.,

Python, PowerShell

) for API interaction and automation.

SaaS/Cloud Integration

: Proven experience integrating Okta with critical enterprise SaaS applications like

Google Workspace, Slack, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

.

Nice To Have

Okta Certified Administrator or Okta Certified Consultant certification.

Familiarity with Privileged Access Management (PAM) concepts and systems.

Experience With A Secondary Idp (e.g., Azure Ad/entra Id).

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A little about us

At Chime, we believe that everyone can achieve financial progress. We created Chime—a financial technology company, not a bank*—on the premise that core banking services should be helpful, easy, and free. Through our user-friendly tools and intuitive platforms, we empower our members to take control of their finances and work towards their goals. Whether it's starting a savings account, purchasing a first car or home, launching a business, or pursuing higher education, we're proud to have helped millions unlock their financial potential.

We're a team of problem solvers, dreamers, and builders with one shared obsession: our members. From day one, Chimers have worked tirelessly to out-hustle and out-execute competitors to bring our mission to life. Their grit and determination inspire us to work harder every day to deliver the very best experience possible. We each bring an owner's mindset to our work, refusing to be outdone and holding ourselves accountable to meet and exceed the highest bars for our teams, our company, and our members.

We believe in being bold, dreaming big, and taking risks, while also working together, embracing our diverse perspectives, and giving each other honest feedback. Our culture remains deeply entrepreneurial, encouraging every Chimer to see themselves as stewards of our mission to help everyday Americans unlock their financial progress.

We know that to achieve our mission, we must earn and keep people's trust—so we hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity in everything we do. These aren't just words on a wall—our values are embedded in every aspect of our business, serving as a north star that guides us as we work to help millions achieve their financial potential.

Because if we don't—who will?

*Chime is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided by The Bancorp Bank, N.A. or Stride Bank, N.A., Members FDIC.

What We Offer For Our Full-time, Regular Employees

🏢 Our in-office work policy is designed to keep you connected - with four days a week in the office and Fridays from home for those near one of our offices, plus team and company-wide events depending on location. Whether you’re coming in regularly or are part of our fully remote program, you’ll stay engaged with your work and teammates.

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💻 In-office perks including backup child, elder, and/or pet care, plus a subsidized commuter benefit to support your regular commute

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💰 Competitive salary based on experience

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✨ 401k match

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plus great medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits

🏝 Generous vacation policy and company-wide Chime Days, bonus company-wide paid days off

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🫂 1% of your time off to support local community organizations of your choice

👟 Annual wellness stipend to use towards eligible wellness related expenses

👶 Up to 24 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 12 weeks of paid parental leave for non-birthing parents

👪 Access to Maven, a family planning tool, with $15k lifetime reimbursement for egg freezing, fertility treatments, adoption, and more.

🎉 In-person and virtual events to connect with your fellow Chimers—think cooking classes, guided meditations, music festivals, mixology classes, paint nights, etc., and delicious snack boxes, too!

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💚 A challenging and fulfilling opportunity to join one of the most experienced teams in FinTech and help millions unlock financial progress

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Perks Also Available To Chime Interns.

We know that great work can’t be done without a diverse team and inclusive environment. That’s why we specifically look for individuals of varying strengths, skills, backgrounds, and ideas to join our team. We believe this gives us a competitive advantage to better serve our members and helps us all grow as Chimers and individuals.

Chime is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis under provincial, federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Cook County Ordinance, NYC Fair Chance Act, and the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance, and consistent with Canadian provincial and federal laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact:

Benefits@chime.com

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Chime Applicant Privacy Notice.