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# Principal Architect,  Professional Services at Saviynt

- **Company:** Saviynt
- **Location:** Japan
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-04-27
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-14
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/saviynt/1b00bb96-f748-485d-b638-6311bf13b006

## Job description

Saviynt's AI-powered identity platform manages and governs human and non-human access to all of an organization's applications, data, and business processes. Customers trust Saviynt to safeguard their digital assets, drive operational efficiency, and reduce compliance costs. Built for the AI age, Saviynt is today helping organizations safely accelerate their deployment and usage of AI. Saviynt is recognized as the leader in identity security, with solutions that protect and empower the world’s leading brands, Fortune 500 companies and government institutions. For more information, please visit www.saviynt.com.

We are looking for a Principal Consultant to design, deploy, configure, and implement its leading Identity Governance (IGA) solution based on customer requirements. As an expert in deploying Identity Governance solutions, the primary responsibility will be to deploy the Saviynt solution to meet customer requirements.

## What You’ll Do

- Implementation Ownership: Own end-to-end technical implementation and ensure on-time delivery of Saviynt’s solutions, including requirements, design, configuration, testing, and deployment, ensuring quick time to value for our customers
- Client Management: Manage both technical and non-technical communication with customer/partner stake holders. Ensure accountability across internal and customer teams for on-time delivery of projects. Identify technical risks ahead and work closely with internal and customer/partners teams for timely mitigation/resolution of the risks
- Thought Leadership: Demonstrate thought leadership through insightful review of the implementation, comparative analysis of solution options and recommendations. Stay current on industry trends and competitive landscape, share insights and contribute to the community through public forums, publishing articles etc.
- Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor to customers/partners, helping them with strategic roadmaps and industry best practices
- Drive Innovation: Foster a culture of innovation by exploring new design principles, methodologies, and best practices to continuously improve Saviynt solutions
- Team Development: Mentor team members and foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation and knowledge sharing within the organization

## What You'll Bring

- 12+ years of experience with Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- 3+ years of proven experience in leading and managing complex IGA or IAM implementations or similar implementation experience .
- Strong consulting and advisory skills
- Deep understanding of identity governance and administration principles and processes
- Excellent communication and technical presentation skills
- Ability to own and lead multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to perform thorough review/assessment of IGA implementations, solution option analysis, providing recommendations, Point OF View (POV)s, roadmaps etc
- Strong problem-solving skills, troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
- Strong knowledge / experience with Java/J2EE, Web services (REST & SOAP), Network fundamentals, Cryptography & Certificates fundamentals, Unix/Linux fundamentals and Shell Scripting
- Strong hold of standard Identity systems like LDAP & Active Directories and protocols like SAML, OAuth, SCIM etc
- Strong experience integrating with widely used enterprise/cloud platforms like SAP, ERP, Workday, ServiceNow etc
- Experience with cloud platforms and technologies like AWS and Azure is a plus
- Must be resident in Japan with work permit.
- Must have Japanese language proficiency
- Must have adequate English verbal and written communication skills
- Must have minimum 12 years of relevant experience

If required for this role, you will:

- Complete security & privacy literacy and awareness training during onboarding and annually thereafter
- Review (initially and annually thereafter), understand, and adhere to Information Security/Privacy Policies and Procedures such as (but not limited to):

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- Data Classification, Retention & Handling Policy
- Incident Response Policy/Procedures
- Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Policy/Procedures
- Mobile Device Policy
- Account Management Policy
- Access Control Policy
- Personnel Security Policy
- Privacy Policy

Saviynt is an amazing place to work. We are a high-growth, Platform as a Service company focused on Identity Authority to power and protect the world at work. You will experience tremendous growth and learning opportunities through challenging yet rewarding work which directly impacts our customers, all within a welcoming and positive work environment. If you're resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic environment you belong with us!

Saviynt is an amazing place to work. We are a high-growth, Platform as a Service company focused on Identity Authority to power and protect the world at work. You will experience tremendous growth and learning opportunities through challenging yet rewarding work which directly impacts our customers, all within a welcoming and positive work environment. If you're resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic environment you belong with us! Security & ComplianceThis role requires adherence to Saviynt’s information security and privacy policies and procedures, including annual security training.

Saviynt is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome everyone to our team.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

## About Saviynt

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Saviynt provides an AI-powered identity security and access management platform that secures and governs every identity—human, non-human, and AI agent—across the entire digital ecosystem.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series B)
- **Headquarters**: El Segundo, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2010
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Identity Security & Access Management (IAM/IGA) / Cybersecurity
- **Target Customers**: Large enterprises, Fortune 500 companies, government institutions (B2B, Enterprise)
- **Mission or Purpose**: To safeguard enterprises through intelligent, cloud-first identity governance and access management solutions, helping organizations safely accelerate AI deployment while protecting digital assets and driving operational efficiency.

## Products & Services
- **Saviynt Identity Cloud (Platform)**: An AI-powered platform that manages and governs human, non-human, and AI agent access to applications, data, and business processes across hybrid, cloud, and on-premises environments. It combines Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), Privileged Access Management (PAM), and Application Access Governance (AAG) into a single platform. **Type**: SaaS Platform.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not disclosed (privately held)
- **Key Metric**: Total Funding of $1.075 billion across multiple rounds. Annual Revenue is $89.3 million.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. (lead, Series B), HPS Investment Partners, PNC Bank, Carrick Capital Partners. The company serves Fortune 500 companies and government institutions.
- **Growth Signals**: 1,260 employees (+28.0% YoY), 358,442 LinkedIn followers (+86.7% YoY), active job postings up +51.0% year-over-year, global expansion with offices in the US, UK, Australia, Canada, and India.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Unified Platform**: Combines IGA, PAM, and AAG into a single cloud-native platform, reducing complexity and cost for enterprises compared to multi-vendor solutions.
- **AI-Native Architecture**: Built for the AI age, it specifically addresses identity security for AI agents and non-human identities, a rapidly growing market need.
- **Enterprise Scale & Trust**: Designed for the largest, most complex organizations (Fortune 500, government) with a focus on compliance, security, and operational efficiency.
- **Strong Financial Backing**: $1.075 billion in total funding provides significant resources for R&D and market expansion.

## Strategic Focus
- **AI-Driven Identity Security**: Prioritizing the safe acceleration of AI deployment and usage by securing AI agent identities.
- **Global Expansion**: Deepening presence in key markets like India, the UK, Australia, and across Europe.
- **Platform Growth**: Continuing to unify and enhance the Identity Cloud platform to cover the full spectrum of identity challenges.
- **Talent Acquisition**: Aggressively hiring (+51% job postings YoY) to scale engineering, sales, and customer success teams.

## Why Work Here
- **High-Growth Environment**: Headcount grew 28% in the last year, offering strong career advancement potential in a fast-scaling company.
- **Mission-Driven Work**: Tackling critical cybersecurity challenges for the world’s largest organizations.
- **Global & Remote-First Culture**: Remote-friendly roles and hybrid options available, with offices in major cities globally (El Segundo, London, Sydney, Bengaluru). [saviynt.com](https://saviynt.com/careers)
- **Strong Compensation & Benefits**: Competitive base pay with bonuses, medical/dental/vision, retirement programs, and flexible time off. [saviynt.com](https://saviynt.com/careers)
- **Positive Employee Sentiment**: Average employer rating of **4.0/5.0** (436 reviews), with strong compensation (4.1) and career opportunity (4.0) scores. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/saviynt)
- **Diverse, Global Team**: Workforce spans 23 countries, offering a rich, multicultural work experience.

## Sources
1. [LinkedIn Company Profile](https://linkedin.com/company/saviynt)
2. [Saviynt Careers Page](https://saviynt.com/careers)
3. [Saviynt About Us](https://saviynt.com/company/about-saviynt)
4. [Lever Job Postings](https://jobs.lever.co/saviynt)
5. [CB Insights Profile](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/saviynt)

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