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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Enterprise Identity Engineer - **Company:** Roche - **Location:** Madrid, Spain - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Application Frameworks, Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Custom Software, DevOps, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Performance Tuning, Role-Based Access Control, Zero Trust Network Access, Google Cloud, Multi-Cloud, Customer Identity Access Management, Information Technology, SailPoint, Api Management, Microservices - **Published:** September 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/principal-enterprise-identity-engineer-en-madrid-ID-370895067 ## About the Role Act as the technical cornerstone for the identity organization, mentoring senior engineers and leading Tier 4 escalation and root-cause analysis for catastrophic or highly complex systemic issues.Qualifications and Core Expertise- Minimum of 12 years of hands-on engineering experience in Cybersecurity and Identity Management, with at least 5 years operating at an enterprise architecture or principal level. - 5+ years of experience steering identity strategies in highly regulated, multinational enterprise environments (Healthcare, Finance, or similar industries highly preferred). - Deep-tier technical expertise in SailPoint (IdentityNow/IdentityIQ), encompassing enterprise-scale design, custom development, performance tuning, and global deployment. - Expert-level proficiency in Java and Python for developing highly complex connectors, custom rules, and automated workflows. - Proven track record of architecting integration solutions across complex multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and profound familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps methodologies, and microservices. - Deep, authoritative understanding of RBAC, PBAC, Segregation of Duties (SoD), and advanced access governance frameworks. - Exceptional executive presence with the ability to communicate deeply technical concepts to non-technical C-suite stakeholders and lead distributed global engineering teams autonomously.Education & Certifications- Degree: Bachelor's or Advanced degree (Master's preferred) in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, or a related field. - Required Certifications: CISSP, CISM, or CIAM is strongly preferred for this leadership level. - Technical Certifications: Advanced certifications in AWS/Azure/GCP Architecture or SailPoint highly desirable. ## Description At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring.Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally.This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come.Join Roche, where every voice matters.Por favor, presente su candidatura sin demora si su perfil encaja bien con este puesto, debido al alto nivel de interés.The PositionAs the Principal Enterprise Identity Engineer, you are the ultimate technical authority and visionary for our global Enterprise Identity Management (EIM) and Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) landscape.Moving beyond individual contribution, you will define the multi-year identity strategy, driving zero-trust initiatives across a highly complex, global ecosystem.Operating at the highest levels of our technical ladder, you will bridge the gap between executive business strategy and deep technical execution.You will architect resilient, massively scalable identity frameworks, mentor senior engineering talent, and lead cross-functional transformations that protect our most critical global assets while enabling frictionless business operations.Job Responsibilities- Lead the multi-year roadmap and end-to-end technical strategy for enterprise identity, aligning IGA architectures with global security policies and zero-trust frameworks.- Establish and enforce enterprise-wide architecture patterns, engineering standards, and reusable frameworks across identity, cloud, and infrastructure domains.- Architect and oversee the deployment of next-generation, SailPoint-based EIM solutions that operate flawlessly at a massive, distributed scale.- Translate complex security paradigms and regulatory requirements into actionable, board-level technical strategies.- Pioneer the adoption of emerging identity technologies, including decentralized identity, advanced ML-driven access analytics, and complex microservice/API integrations.- Act as the technical cornerstone for the identity organization, mentoring senior engineers and leading Tier 4 escalation and root-cause analysis for catastrophic or highly complex systemic issues.Qualifications and Core Expertise- Minimum of 12 years of hands-on engineering experience in Cybersecurity and Identity Management, with at least 5 years operating at an enterprise architecture or principal level.- 5+ years of experience steering identity strategies in highly regulated, multinational enterprise environments (Healthcare, Finance, or similar industries highly preferred).- Deep-tier technical expertise in SailPoint (IdentityNow/IdentityIQ), encompassing enterprise-scale design, custom development, performance tuning, and global deployment.- Expert-level proficiency in Java and Python for developing highly complex connectors, custom rules, and automated workflows.- Proven track record of architecting integration solutions across complex multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and profound familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps methodologies, and microservices.- Deep, authoritative understanding of RBAC, PBAC, Segregation of Duties (SoD), and advanced access governance frameworks.- Exceptional executive presence with the ability to communicate deeply technical concepts to non-technical C-suite stakeholders and lead distributed global engineering teams autonomously.Education & Certifications- Degree: Bachelor's or Advanced degree (Master's preferred) in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, or a related field.- Required Certifications: CISSP, CISM, or CIAM is strongly preferred for this leadership level.- Technical Certifications: Advanced certifications in AWS/Azure/GCP Architecture or SailPoint highly desirable.#RDTWho we areA healthier future drives us to innovate.Together, more than 100'000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come.Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products.We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.Let's build a healthier future, together.xqbhyrx Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ## Related Videos - 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