Digital Identity Engineer

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it's all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what's possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we're driving progress in some of the world's most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

About The Team
At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it's all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what's possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we're driving progress in some of the world's most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Thales delivers cybersecurity products and services that keep people and assets safe, giving organisations confidence in the security of their digital journeys. Our solutions are deployed in 148 countries, helping governments to maintain sovereignty, and organisations to preserve their strategic autonomy. Thales is a global leader in cybersecurity - no.1 in data security - with 6,000+ experts and developers. We bring trust and resilience to key industries including finance, health, retail and manufacturing, as well as vital sectors such as aerospace, critical infrastructure, defence and space.

About The Role
The Digital Identity Engineer plays a critical hands-on role within our Digital Identity Practice in the Cyber Technology Integration Services (CTIS) Service Line. This position is responsible for implementing, configuring, and supporting digital identity solutions for our clients across workforce, customer, and privileged access domains.

Working as part of multi-disciplinary delivery teams, the Digital Identity Engineer brings strong technical skills across one or more IAM technologies such as Ping Identity, SailPoint, Okta, CyberArk, Delinea, or Microsoft. You will be responsible for building and integrating identity capabilities including authentication, lifecycle management, governance workflows, role models, connectors, and access policies, with a focus on quality and secure-by-design practices.

In addition to hands-on delivery, this role offers opportunities to contribute to internal accelerators, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement of our delivery frameworks. You will also have the chance to grow your expertise across multiple technologies and identity domains in a collaborative and supportive environment.

As a Digital Identity Engineer, you are accountable for:

• Implement, configure, and troubleshoot digital identity solutions across client environments
• Deliver key capabilities such as authentication, authorisation, SSO, JML processes, identity governance workflows, and role-based access control
• Integrate identity platforms with target systems using out-of-the-box connectors, APIs, and custom development as needed
• Work collaboratively with architects, project managers, and other engineers to meet client delivery timelines and quality expectations
• Support testing, defect resolution, documentation, and handover activities across the delivery lifecycle
• Contribute to internal engineering assets, documentation, and reusable solution patterns
• Participate in design reviews and provide input to ensure alignment with architecture and security requirements
• Help troubleshoot complex issues in test and production environments, supporting root cause analysis and remediation
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team capability uplift
• Actively participate in knowledge sharing across the practice and support continuous delivery improvement initiatives

About You
To be successful in your role, you will have demonstrated and/or acquired the following knowledge and experience:

• 4–8 years' experience in identity engineering, software development, or system integration roles
• Hands-on experience delivering IAM capabilities with one or more of the following platforms: SailPoint IdentityNow or IIQ, Okta, Ping Identity suite, CyberArk, Delinea, Microsoft Entra (Azure AD, PIM)
• Strong understanding of IAM concepts such as authentication protocols (SAML, OAuth, OIDC), RBAC/ABAC, identity lifecycle management, governance workflows, privileged access controls, and MFA
• Experience working with REST APIs, scripting languages (e.g. PowerShell, Python), and integration frameworks
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and source control tools (e.g. Git)
• Experience in configuring and deploying identity connectors to enterprise and cloud systems
• Knowledge of infrastructure and security principles across hybrid environments (on-premises and cloud)
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to perform root cause analysis across complex systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical issues and collaborate with stakeholders
• Relevant certifications in IAM platforms, cloud technologies, or cybersecurity (desirable)
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)

Our Benefits
In addition to interesting, engaging opportunities that impact at scale, and ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, Thales can offer you:

• Competitive remuneration structure
• Hybrid and flexible working options under the ThalesFlex program
• 20 weeks paid parental leave and family support through Parents at Work
• Extra leave day per year

It's easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don't see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We're committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

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