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# Senior IAM Developer Ping Identity, React Java

- **Company:** Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation
- **Location:** Arizona City, AZ, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, User Authentication, Automation of Tests, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Web Development, Identity and Access Management, OAuth, OpenID, Ping (Networking Utility), JSON Web Token, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Secure Coding, Session Management, Software Engineering, ReactJS, Backend, Customer Identity Access Management, Integration Tests, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Api Management, Legacy Systems, Microservices
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/senior-iam-developer-ping-identity-react-java-arizona-city-az-usa-58863643

## About the Role

* migration initiatives from legacy authentication to Ping Identity solutions * Implement OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML 2.0, and JWT across applications * Translate business requirements into technical designs and API contracts * Document integration workflows, data mappings, and technical requirements * Conduct code reviews, optimize performance, and drive continuous improvement * Develop and execute unit/integration tests and support defect resolution * Support production deployments, readiness reviews, go-live activities, and stabilization * Lead or participate in UAT and stakeholder reviews * Create and maintain architecture docs, standards, and runbooks * Collaborate with Product Owners, Architects, Security, QA in an Agile environment * Participate in Agile ceremonies and hybrid/onsite delivery model at Cognizant Chandler office in AZ Tasks * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience * 8+ years in application development and Agile environments * Hands-on IAM/CIAM implementation aaaaaaaa
or * Strong Ping Identity expertise (authentication, SSO, MFA, federation, session management) * React.js web development experience * Strong Java development experience with REST APIs and microservices * Experience with OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML 2.0, JWT * Experience integrating IAM with enterprise apps, APIs, directories, and identity repositories * Experience supporting identity modernization and migrations from legacy systems * Knowledge of secure coding and identity security standards * Experience with source control, CI/CD, automated testing, and deployment * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills * Desirable: CIAM for large-scale customer platforms, hybrid/mobile authentication, API management, DevSecOps, regulatory environments Key requirements * Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance * Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off * 401(k) plan and contributions * Long-term/Short-term Disability * Paid Parental Leave * Employee Stock Purchase Plan

## Description

Experteer Overview Senior IAM/CIAM Developer to design, implement, and support secure authentication and identity management solutions. You will work with architects, security teams, product owners, and developers to deploy scalable IAM/CIAM capabilities including SSO, MFA, and federation. You'll build React-based sign-on experiences and Java-based backend services, while migrating from legacy systems and enforcing OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML 2.0, and JWT. This role blends hands-on delivery with collaboration in an Agile environment to drive secure, customer-focused digital experiences. Compensation / Benefits * Design, configure, and integrate Ping Identity solutions for authentication, authorization, SSO, MFA, federation, and session management * Develop secure, scalable React.js front-end sign-on experiences * Build Java-based backend services, APIs, and microservices for authentication workflows * Integrate IAM/CIAM with enterprise apps, APIs, directories, and third-party systems * Support migration initiatives from legacy authentication to Ping Identity solutions * Implement OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML 2.0, and JWT across applications * Translate business requirements into technical designs and API contracts * Document integration workflows, data mappings, and technical requirements * Conduct code reviews, optimize performance, and drive continuous improvement * Develop and execute unit/integration tests and support defect resolution * Support production deployments, readiness reviews, go-live activities, and stabilization * Lead or participate in UAT and stakeholder reviews * Create and maintain architecture docs, standards, and runbooks * Collaborate with Product Owners, Architects, Security, QA in an Agile environment * Participate in Agile ceremonies and hybrid/onsite delivery model at Cognizant Chandler office in AZ Tasks * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience * 8+ years in application development and Agile environments * Hands-on IAM/CIAM implementation experience * Strong Ping Identity expertise (authentication, SSO, MFA, federation, session management) * React.js web development experience * Strong Java development experience with REST APIs and microservices * Experience with OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML 2.0, JWT * Experience integrating IAM with enterprise apps, APIs, directories, and identity repositories * Experience supporting identity modernization and migrations from legacy systems * Knowledge of secure coding and identity security standards * Experience with source control, CI/CD, automated testing, and deployment * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills * Desirable: CIAM for large-scale customer platforms, hybrid/mobile authentication, API management, DevSecOps, regulatory environments Key requirements * Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance * Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off * 401(k) plan and contributions * Long-term/Short-term Disability * Paid Parental Leave * Employee Stock Purchase Plan


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