Overview
Are you ready to be at the heart of the daily digital experience of thousands of researchers and engineers as CERN's Identity and Access Management Service Manager? You will join the Platforms & Workflows group in the IT Department where 30 experienced engineers provide a wide spectrum of centrally managed services such as identity and access management platforms for developers and researchers, as well as solutions for content authoring and websites hosting. CERN's Identity and Access Management Service underpins the digital lifecycle ecosystem for all CERN employees and collaborators. It provisions and manages user identities, accounts, authorisation groups, eligibility for services and software integrations with CERN's Single Sign-On. It also ensures that digital assets created during a person’s time at CERN are handled correctly as roles change or individuals leave the organisation. This is a mission-critical system for CERN where your skills as a Full Stack Developer will directly contribute to a smooth online experience.
Functions
* Design and develop software for the Identity and Access Management Service; this involves architectural decisions (mostly) backend and (some) frontend development, APIs, system integrations, migrations between solutions/platforms.
* Mentor junior team members and supervise their technical tasks.
* Manage service operations: configuration, testing, deployment, troubleshooting, bug fixing.
* Engage with the user community to gather requirements and enhance the service to meet the evolving needs of the organisation.
* Provide advanced support documentation, training, etc. to the user community.
Qualifications
Masters degree or equivalent relevant experience in Computer Science or a related field.
Experience
* Extensive experience with object-oriented programming and relational databases, and C#, SQL, and MySQL/Oracle.
* Demonstrated experience in systems architecture, integrations, and migrations.
* Experience in advanced user support and stakeholder management.
* Demonstrated experience with the following is a strong advantage: ReactJS, Oracle, Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM), GitLab CI, OpenShift.
* Experience developing in both Windows and Linux environments is an asset.
* Knowledge of programming techniques and languages: .NET, C#, ReactJS, SQL, MySQL/Oracle.
* Administration of computing systems: upgrades, security patches, data migrations, backup and recovery.
* Knowledge and application of software life-cycle tools and procedures: proficiency with Git, CI/CD tools, containerised deployments.
* Knowledge of ICT security standards and policies.
* Capturing and analysis of requirements for ICT systems.
Behavioural Competencies
* Leading with Strength and Credibility: making timely decisions balancing analysis with decisiveness; dealing with difficulties promptly.
* Managing Self: taking initiative beyond regular tasks and making things happen.
* Communicating Effectively: proactive resolution of differences; constructive handling of conflicts.
* Solving Problems: pragmatic approach; favouring generic solutions over over-engineered options.
* Working in Teams: collaborates well, participates actively in team activities.
Language
Spoken and written English with a commitment to learn French.
Additional Information
Eligibility and closing date: Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States. This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible and applications should normally reach us no later than 11.01.2026 at 23:59 CET.
Employment Conditions
Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Working Hours: 40 hours per week. Job Flexibility: Hybrid.
This position involves:
* Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays when required
* Stand-by duty when required
Job grade: 6-7
Job reference: IT-PW-IAMLD
Field of work: Software Engineering and IT
Benchmark Job Title: Computing Engineer
Benefits
* A competitive salary (tax free) increasing in line with your years of relevant experience.
* 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
* Comprehensive health insurance and CERN Pension Fund membership.
* Family, child and infant allowances depending on circumstances.
* Relocation package (installation grant, removal, travel expenses).
* Possibility to extend your contract up to 8 years with eligibility for indefinite contract tenure.
Overview of CERN
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we push the frontiers of science and technology. We foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive, valuing diversity as a core part of our mission.
More information
Remote Work : No
Employment Type : Contract
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