Software Engineer, Identity (AI)

TL;DR

Software Engineer, Identity (AI): Designing and implementing core identity infrastructure and access management systems for a high-scale AI data platform with an accent on authentication, authorization, and security compliance. Focus on building robust IAM solutions using ReBAC models, federated identity standards, and infrastructure-as-code to support mission-critical AI development.

Location: Must be based in the United States

Company

Scale AI is a leading technology company providing high-quality data and full-stack infrastructure to power the world's most advanced generative AI models and enterprise applications.

What you will do

• Drive the design and implementation of identity infrastructure to ensure secure authentication and authorization across enterprise systems.
• Manage authentication mechanisms including SSO, MFA, and federated identity solutions like SAML, OAuth, and OIDC.
• Implement and manage authorization frameworks such as ReBAC, ABAC, and RBAC.
• Collaborate with security teams and auditors to enforce identity governance and ensure compliance with standards like NIST, SOC2, and ISO 27001.
• Present technical information and provide guidance on identity management best practices to stakeholders.

Requirements

• 4+ years of full-time engineering experience with a focus on infrastructure and identity systems.
• Expertise in IAM controls, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Pulumi), and microservice deployment.
• Hands-on experience with authorization frameworks like OpenFGA, Authzed, Cedar, or Topaz.
• Strong understanding of Zanzibar-based ReBAC models and access control evaluation.
• Deep knowledge of authentication standards including OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML, and JWT.
• Extensive experience with distributed systems and public cloud platforms, specifically AWS.

Nice to have

• Experience securing API access at the application level.
• Multi-cloud infrastructure experience (Azure, GCP).
• Proficiency in integrating IAM solutions with Java, Python, Node.js, or .NET applications.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement benefits and equity-based compensation.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.
• Learning and development stipend for professional growth.
• Inclusive and equal opportunity workplace culture.