Software Architect - Cloud/Devops

Saviynt is an identity authority platform built to power and protect the world at work. In a world of digital transformation, where organizations are faced with increasing cyber risk but cannot afford defensive measures to slow down progress, Saviynt's Enterprise Identity Cloud gives customers unparalleled visibility, control and intelligence to better defend against threats while empowering users with right-time, right-level access to the digital technologies and tools they need to do their best work. Saviynt's Enterprise Identity Cloud SaaS platform, empowers modern businesses to efficiently scale cloud initiatives by integrating identity governance, application access, cloud security, and privileged access for a seamless user experience. Trusted by the world's largest brands, we accelerate digital transformation and support distributed workforces.
Position Overview: As a Software Architect, you will lead the architecture for Saviynt's SaaS platform, leveraging cutting-edge cloud technologies and driving key technical decisions. You will collaborate with other architects and the infrastructure team to design and deliver a multi-tenant product that can scale on multiple cloud providers like AWS and Azure. And of course you will be hands-on and deep into designing and developing the deployment of containerized services at scale to multiple cloud and Kubernetes platforms across the globe

\n WHAT YOU WILL BE DOINGLead & drive the Software Architecture for Saviynt's EIC SaaS platform and leverage the evolving technology landscape, tools & frameworks, and drive important technical decisionsIndividual contributor that works alongside other architects and Infra team and creates/contributes to a reference architectureHands-on design, development, review, governance and enforcing security of cloud provisioning processes using an IaC stack like Terraform, Helm, AWS CFT, Azure blueprintHands-on design, development and review of CI CD pipelines to deliver infrastructure changes to our SaaS platform at scaleCombine a broad understanding of current technologies with deep, architect-level expertise in core areas such as database design, software architecture, cloud architecture & infrastructure architectureDesign and architect for performance, security, scalability, resilience, reuse, technology constraints, and tradeoffsPartner with Product Management on short & long-term product strategy and ensure the software & system architecture support product and organizational strategy and helps in achieving company goalsProvide technical direction for architectural activities to ensure business objectives are achieved and institutionalize standard methodologies in testing, code quality and design patternsDrive research, technology pathfinding, product evaluation, concept building, and rapid product development to mature innovations from cradle to productFacilitate and drive technical design conversations as part of the backlog grooming process across development teams WHAT YOU BRINGBachelor's degree in computer science or equivalentDeep experience designing and building secure, scalable and reliable multi-tenant SaaS Architectures on Kubernetes in AWS and AzureHands-on experience in creating a reference architecture for docker and Kubernetes configuration and security best practices and implementing themHands-on experience provisioning Kubernetes clusters in AWS and AzureHands-on experience in designing and provisioning a secure cloud network, network peering, network routing, CNI, ingress and egress patterns, service mesh, mTLS, VPNHands-on experience in provisioning cloud platforms using an IaC stack like Terraform/Opentofu/Terragrunt, Helm chart, AWS CFT, Azure blueprintHands-on experience in provisioning and customizing cloud databases like AWS RDS/Aurora, Azure Database, Elasticsearch, OpensearchHands-on experience implementing DDoS, firewall protection layersExtensive experience troubleshooting containerized JVM runtime issues like cpu starvation and OOM and driving to find a root causeExperience in setting up or integrating with observability platforms like Datadog/GrafanaExperience in using CWPP and container endpoint security platforms like Wiz, LaceworkHands-on experience in provisioning and using cloud storage devices like EFS, EBS, S3, Azure blob, archival and backupHands-on experience in designing and developing a reference architecture for CI and CD processes that includes testing IaC componentsArchitect-level knowledge of various JVM frameworks like spring-boot and grailsHands-on experience coding in Python, JavaIn-depth knowledge of how microservices get deployed and run in a Kubernetes platform like AWS EKS and/or Azure AKSExtensive experience using GitHands-on experience architecting software that is cloud vendor agnosticHands-on experience implementing containerized microservice design patterns for reliability, resiliency and performanceThorough knowledge of security principles and patterns of Authentication and Authorization, Single sign-on, and federationKnowledge of SAML, OAuth, JWT, OTP etc is highly preferredExperience in creating and reviewing a threat modelKnowledge of serverless architecture like AWS lambda/Azure functionsKnowledge of REST APIs and event-driven design patternsUnderstanding of distributed architectural design, SOLID principles, Domain Driven Design principlesKnowledge of Agile/Scrum SDLC methodologyExcellent communication skills and ability to interact with diverse global teamsThe ability to inspire, mentor and encourage teams
\n$180,000 - $240,000 a year
We offer you a competitive total rewards package, learning and tremendous opportunities to grow and advance in your career. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Saviynt, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $180,000 - $240,000 annually.
You may also be eligible to participate in a Saviynt discretionary bonus plan, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
\nWe are looking for a dynamic individual who is passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies to build scalable, secure, and innovative solutions in the identity management space. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are excited about leading architectural decisions that drive digital transformation, we invite you to apply.
At Saviynt, you will play a crucial role in empowering organizations to navigate the complexities of identity governance and cloud security, all while working with a talented and diverse team dedicated to excellence. Together, let's redefine what's possible in the world of identity and access management. We look forward to reviewing your application!
If required for this role, you will: - Complete security & privacy literacy and awareness training during onboarding and annually thereafter
- Review (initially and annually thereafter), understand, and adhere to Information Security/Privacy Policies and Procedures such as (but not limited to):
> Data Classification, Retention & Handling Policy
> Incident Response Policy/Procedures
> Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Policy/Procedures
> Mobile Device Policy
> Account Management Policy
> Access Control Policy
> Personnel Security Policy
> Privacy Policy
Saviynt is an amazing place to work. We are a high-growth, Platform as a Service company focused on Identity Authority to power and protect the world at work. You will experience tremendous growth and learning opportunities through challenging yet rewarding work which directly impacts our customers, all within a welcoming and positive work environment. If you're resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic environment you belong with us! Saviynt is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome everyone to our team.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.