Software Engineer
Published on April 27, 2023
If you’re looking for a fun and fast-paced environment where you can make an impact, WP Engine is the perfect spot for you. We are looking for new team members to come help us shape the way people use and think of WordPress. As a member of our team you will have the opportunity to explore and help us all drive the business forward.
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Since launching in 2010, WP Engine has become the world's leading WordPress Digital Experience Platform (DXP), now with over 185,000 customers in 150 countries. We're proud of the technology and service we offer our customers that move their businesses forward faster. At WP Engine, we strive to do the best work of our careers and feel empowered to do what is right for our customers. We love investing in employee success and uncovering opportunities for you, the best, to get better. 99 percent of employees believe you're made to feel welcome at WP Engine. Be you. Be here.
What's cool about this job
As part of the Shared Services group, our team is responsible for delivering APIs and tools for other WP Engine engineering teams to consume, specifically in the area of Customer Identity and Access Management. You'll be asked to solve interesting problems using battle-tested standards like OAuth 2.0, Open Policy Agent, and SCIM, delivering incremental value to our internal customers and evolving existing systems to be ever more capable, efficient, and
useful.
The day to day
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Since launching in 2010, WP Engine has become the world's leading WordPress Digital Experience Platform (DXP), now with over 185,000 customers in 150 countries. We're proud of the technology and service we offer our customers that move their businesses forward faster. At WP Engine, we strive to do the best work of our careers and feel empowered to do what is right for our customers. We love investing in employee success and uncovering opportunities for you, the best, to get better. 99 percent of employees believe you're made to feel welcome at WP Engine. Be you. Be here.
What's cool about this job
As part of the Shared Services group, our team is responsible for delivering APIs and tools for other WP Engine engineering teams to consume, specifically in the area of Customer Identity and Access Management. You'll be asked to solve interesting problems using battle-tested standards like OAuth 2.0, Open Policy Agent, and SCIM, delivering incremental value to our internal customers and evolving existing systems to be ever more capable, efficient, and
useful.
The day to day
- Implement identity management, single sign-on, role-based access control, multi-factor authentication, and associated identity and access management services
- Work closely with Product Management, Engineering Management, and an agile development team to deliver impactful software rapidly and iteratively
- Help guide other teams on standard methodologies when integrating with identity and access management systems
- Provide technical assistance with the on-boarding of new connected systems
- Support critical identity issues from our customer experience team
- Write, test, and maintain software applications that are resilient, robust, and perform at scale
- Administer Okta and maintain design, configuration, and operational process documentation
- Extend UI systems in Ruby and TypeScript
- Implement standard methodologies for identity governance and administration
Your expertise and passion
- You have 2-3+ years working in software engineering (or equivalent) role
- You have a DevOps mentality, understanding the teamwork and collaboration required to achieve objectives including Agile and Continuous Delivery methodologies
- You have excellent written communication skills, with experience working with a remote team
- You have familiarity with Agile project management workflows including Scrum
- You are comfortable with and/or intrigued by Pair or Group Programming
- You have empathy for our target customer: Internal WP Engine scrum teams
Helpful experience
- You have performed identity system administration with tools like Okta, Ping Identity, Active Directory, ForgeRock, etc.
- You show a proven understanding of IAM standards, protocols, and technologies: OAuth, OpenID Connect (OIDC), SAML, Federation, SSO, and Multi-factor authentication
- You know how to secure customer APIs and the systems that support API security such as API gateways and microservices
- Okta Developer Certification is a bonus
The Perks and Benefits
- Company Stock Options (Every employee is an owner in the company)
- Great Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance)
- Fertility Benefits (IVF/Fertility drug coverage)
- HSA Company contribution $500 for employee / $1000 for family
- 401(k) with a 4% match
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Family and Caregiver's Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Generous Vacation Time (Who doesn't like time off)
- One-time $500 payment to set up your home office
- 4 Company Wellness Days a year
- 1 floating holiday
- $100 monthly wellness allowance to spend on what you want
- Access to free on-demand fitness classes
- Free subscription to Calm
- Pet Insurance
- On-going education through LinkedIn Learning, Workday Learning and our Career Growth Portal
At WP Engine, we strive to have the broadest possible view of diversity, going beyond visible differences to include the background, experiences, skills, and perspectives that make each person unique. WP Engine is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Base Salary Range
$96,000.00 - $144,000.00
We believe that compensation should be reflective of the impact you have within the organization relative to the market value of your role. The estimated base salary range for this position is as listed above. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay. Our salary ranges are determined by job role and responsibilities and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for salaries for the position nationwide. The actual base pay will vary based on various factors including job-related skills and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process. Your talent acquisition partner can share more about the total rewards package at WP Engine including any additional total rewards components such as equity, variable pay plans (if applicable), and benefits during the hiring process.