Staff Software Developer - Identity and Access Management (IAM)

About JetBrains and the Role

JetBrains has been at the forefront of developing powerful and efficient software development tools since 2000. Now, as the industry moves toward AI-driven integrated platforms, JetBrains is building a unified system to support software creation, collaboration, and organizational control across teams and tools.

The JetBrains Platform team is developing the foundation that connects workflows, teams, and organizational governance. This role focuses on an identity management and access control team responsible for authentication, authorization, and organizational data services which are critical dependencies for the platform and JetBrains products.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full software lifecycle including coding, architecture design, and operational responsibilities.
• Maintain and enhance identity and access management services primarily using Kotlin, with some parts in Go, focusing on stability and scalability.
• Develop new features in areas such as identity, organization, membership, groups, and workspace management.
• Conduct code reviews and integrate contributions from other platform teams.
• Coordinate integrations with other platform components and connected applications.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 7 years experience in JVM development, ideally Kotlin-centric.
• Strong understanding of performance tuning on JVM and PostgreSQL databases.
• Proven experience designing and operating SaaS production services in distributed, multi-tenant environments.
• Proficient with modern DevOps tools including Kubernetes, OpenTelemetry, and Grafana.
• Experienced in taking ownership and improving existing production services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with identity management standards such as OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML 2.0, or SCIM 2.0.
• Experience designing domain models for organizational or identity systems.
• Background in cybersecurity best practices, including threat assessment and secure software development lifecycle methods.
• Practical experience programming in Go.

Benefits and Work Culture

• Competitive salary reflecting skills and experience.
• Flexible working locations: remote or onsite options available.
• Allowance for remote work from abroad up to 30 days annually.
• Additional vacation days for personal rejuvenation.
• Medical insurance contributions for employees and families.
• Access to professional development including conferences, courses, and language classes.
• Support for relocation, depending on location.
• Lunch allowance or hot meals on workdays.
• Mental health assistance through professional services.
• Sports facilities or stipend for physical activities.
• Company and team events promoting a collaborative environment.

Diversity and Data Privacy

JetBrains values an inclusive workplace welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. Applicant data is handled in line with the company's recruitment privacy standards.