ID Verification Engineer

Job Title: ID Verification Engineer

Location: South lake, TX(5 days a week on-site. Open to 1 remote day but the top preferred candidate will be 5 days a week on-site.)

Duration: 6 month (opportunity to extend)

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Engineer for an upcoming ID Verification project.
• The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of hands-on experience with ID verification technologies, particularly Ping Federate (Ping Fed), and experience implementing federation and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) solutions.
• This project requires expertise in the engineering and implementation of ID verification systems, with a specific focus on security, compliance, and performance within a niche technology space.

Day-to-day responsibilities would include:

1. ID Verification System Implementation:

• Implement and configure ID verification platforms such as Ping, Hyper, LexisNexis, or similar technologies.
• Ensure seamless integration of ID verification systems into existing infrastructure.

2. Engineering & Optimization:

• Optimize ID verification workflows and systems to improve performance and efficiency.
• Perform system tuning to maintain high availability, scalability, and low-latency processing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in the verification process.

3. Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams:

• Work closely with product managers, security teams, and other stakeholders to define and refine project requirements.
• Provide technical expertise and collaborate with other engineers to design, build, and deploy ID verification solutions.

Participate in regular team meetings to update stakeholders on progress and discuss any challenges.

4. Security and Compliance Assurance:

• Ensure that all ID verification systems are secure, compliant with regulations, and adhere to industry best practices.
• Perform regular security assessments and implement necessary patches or updates to ensure system integrity.

5. Technical Leadership and Mentoring:

• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and assist in their professional development.
• Guide less experienced team members in the proper use and configuration of ID verification technologies.
• Lead troubleshooting and debugging efforts for complex technical issues.

6. Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain thorough documentation of system configurations, workflows, and troubleshooting processes.
• Generate reports on system performance, issue resolution, and any ongoing risks or concerns.
• Document and track any modifications or improvements made to the ID verification systems.

7. Testing & Validation:

• Conduct regular tests of ID verification systems to ensure they are working as expected and identify any areas for improvement.
• Validate system configurations and integrations to ensure that they align with project goals and specifications.

Must Have:

• 5+ years of experience in engineering roles focused on ID verification technology tools and platforms such as Ping, Hyper, LexisNexis, or other related ID verification systems.
• 5+ years of experience with Ping Fed and implementing Federation and MFA Solutions.
• Strong understanding of ID verification processes, including authentication and fraud prevention.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.