Backend Engineer III - Identity & Access Management

ABOUT onXWe’re a team of builders, adventurers, and risk takers using technology to help people confidently explore the outdoors. Driven by our mission to awaken the adventurer inside everyone, we build products that optimize every outdoor experience and inspire confidence to get out and go further.We’re a high-growth tech company. The pace is fast, the work takes grit, and ambiguity is part of the job. As the world changes around us, we adapt - continuously evolving how we build, prioritize, and deliver.Our business moves quickly, and there’s real opportunity to shape what we build next. Each of our verticals - Hunt, Offroad, Backcountry, and Fish - is at a different stage of maturity, which means the challenges you encounter and the impact you have will vary depending on where you sit and what the business needs most.We operate with an experimentation mindset, continually iterating and improving how we solve problems. We expect our people to use the latest tooling, including AI, thoughtfully and responsibly, pairing human judgment with technology to increase quality, speed, and impact.Our impact comes to life through the products we build, in the stories of our customers, and in our growing commitment to land stewardship and recreational access.ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITYonX is seeking a Backend Engineer III who will contribute to meaningful, real-world outcomes that have a lasting impact for customers and the business. In this role, you’ll focus on identity, entitlements, and access management as part of the Identity team, supporting authentication, authorization, and subscriptions. You’ll take ownership of your work, collaborate closely with partners across the organization, and help move initiatives forward in an environment where priorities evolve, learning is celebrated, and you’re encouraged to keep stretching your skills. This role will report to the engineering manager.WHAT YOU'LL DOEssential Job Duties & FunctionsOwn features end to end across onX’s sign-in, access, and subscription systems, balancing speed, quality, and security.Help onX product teams integrate with our identity and access systems.Share knowledge through code review, documentation, and mentoring.Take part in team-based on-call, help resolve incidents, and fix root causes so problems don’t come back.Look for opportunities to embed AI as a repeatable co-pilot in daily workflows by integrating experimentation into real work, and continuously refining its use with sound judgment and validation.WHAT YOU’LL BRINGBachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience. 5+ years of software development experience is required. Experience with Go or Elixir.Experience with high-availability backend services.A strong curiosity for exploring new technologies, including AI.A shared passion for and ability to demonstrate onX’s Company Values. Permanent US work authorization is a condition of employment with onX. Ability to travel quarterly for multiple days to a corporate office or other onX strategic location, such as a Basecamp.ADDED BONUSESThough not required, we would be thrilled to consider candidates with any of the following:2 years Identity-related experienceExperience with identity platforms such as Ory (Kratos, Hydra), Auth0 or Okta, or with passkeys / WebAuthnExperience with Google Cloud Platform or comparable cloud-based systems.Experience with telemetry and logging on high-throughput systemsWorking knowledge of authentication principles, including tokens and JWTsExperience working with a distributed team. A love of the outdoors and the apps that get people there.THE ONX EXPERIENCEonX is a distributed company with more than 400 employees across the country. We come together regularly to work in person and stay connected through regional basecamps and a culture that balances individual ownership with deep collaboration.While we move quickly, we’re not a scrappy start-up. We operate with clear goals, structure, and frameworks that guide how we prioritize and execute. Priorities matter. While they may shift, data shapes how we evolve as our business, products, and the world around us change.Clear priorities and structure don’t limit ownership - they make it possible. You’ll have the autonomy to define your work and make meaningful decisions within clear strategic boundaries. You’ll partner closely with others to solve complex problems and build solutions that scale across teams and platforms. Along the way, you’ll be supported with feedback, tools, and opportunities to grow your craft as you take on new challenges.WHERE YOU CAN WORKonX is a distributed company with employees across the U.S. We have physical offices in Bozeman and Missoula, MT, along with virtual workforce “Basecamps” in Austin, TX; Denver, CO; Kalispell, MT; Minneapolis, MN; Portland, OR; Salt Lake City, UT; and Seattle, WA. Basecamps are not physical offices; they are geographic hubs made up of remote employees who live within a 60-mile radius of the city center, creating opportunities for local connection and collaboration.We have a strong preference for hiring candidates who live near one of our offices or within a Basecamp, and we prioritize candidates in these locations first. Candidates who live elsewhere in the U.S. may still be considered, provided they reside in a state where onX is currently able to employ team members.At this time, we are NOT able to employ individuals whose primary work location is in: Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia (D.C.), Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Dakota, West Virginia, and Wyoming.HOW YOU’LL BE COMPENSATEDonX is committed to compensating all employees fairly and equitably for their contributions. For this position, applicants can expect to make between $130,000 to $153,000 upon hire. The pay range will vary based on experience, skills, certifications, and education among other factors as required in the job description. In addition, full-time onX employees are eligible for a grant of common share options with a vesting schedule and a potential annual bonus of 10% based on company performance.WHAT WE’RE OFFERING YOUCompetitive salaries, annual bonuses, equity, and opportunities for growthComprehensive health benefits, including a no-monthly-cost medical planPaid parental leave of 13 weeks for birthing parents and 5 weeks for non-birthing parents401k matching at 100% for the first 3% you save and 50% from 3-5%Company-wide outdoor adventures and amazing outdoor industry perksAnnual “Get Out, Get Active” funds to fuel your active lifestyleFlexible time away package that includes PTO, STO, VTO, and paid holidaysPERFORMANCE ESSENTIALSIn this role, success is driven by cognitive abilities such as concentration and problem-solving, essential for our computer-centric tasks. onX will explore reasonable accommodations to ensure that individuals with diverse abilities can fully engage in and contribute to the essential physical and mental functions of the job. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Application Deadline is [day of week], [month][day] at [0:00 pm] MSTPosition open until filled. #LI-RemoteAt onX, we believe that unique perspectives make us stronger. By bringing together people with different experiences, ideas, and viewpoints, we fuel innovation and move closer to our mission of awakening the adventurer in everyone. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fairness not only in hiring, but also in development, compensation, and promotion. Our goal is to build an inclusive community where every team member can show up authentically and thrive. Together, we win as one team. Come join us!onX Maps will never ask for credit card or SSN details during the initial application process. For your digital safety, apply only through our legitimate website at onXmaps.com or directly via our LinkedIn page.onX does not sell any Personal Information, but we may transfer employment related records to our service providers or third parties that provide business services to onX or as required by law. For more information, see our Privacy Policy.As part of our interview process, your conversation may be recorded for documentation purposes to allow interviewers to focus fully on the discussion. Recordings are confidential and accessible only to authorized personnel. Please note, onX respects all applicable laws regarding recording consent, and you will have an opportunity to opt-out if preferred.