Want to hire SAML developer? Then you should know!
Why SAML and Upstaff’s Developers Stand Out
SAML is a trusted XML-based standard for swapping authentication and authorization data between identity and service providers. It’s a cornerstone for SSO, cutting login hassles while boosting security—ideal for enterprises juggling multiple platforms. Unlike OAuth or OpenID, SAML focuses on federated identity, making it a go-to for complex, secure setups. Upstaff’s developers excel here, delivering tailored SAML integrations that dodge common pitfalls like misconfigured trust relationships or slow authorization lags—issues trending as pain points on platforms like X. They’ll ensure your system’s tight, fast, and user-friendly.
How and where is SAML used?
- Single Sign-On: Secure Authentication
- Cross-Domain Authentication: Seamless Access
- Identity Propagation: Consistent User Experience
- Attribute-Based Access Control: Granular Permissions
- Partner Integration: Streamlined Collaboration
- Federated Identity Management: Centralized Control
- Mobile Application SSO: Convenient Access
- API Security: Authentication and Authorization
- Cloud Service Integration: Secure Connectivity
- User Provisioning: Automated Account Setup
Compare Junior, Middle, Senior, and Expert/Team Lead SAML Developer roles
Seniority Name | Years of experience | Responsibilities and activities | Average salary (USD/year) |
---|---|---|---|
Junior | 1-2 years |
| $60,000 |
Middle | 3-5 years |
| $80,000 |
Senior | 6-8 years |
| $100,000 |
Expert/Team Lead | 9+ years |
| $120,000 |
Quick Facts about SAML.
- SAML (Security Assertion Markup Language) was born in 2001.
- Most popular project types using SAML are Single Sign-On (SSO).
- The entry threshold for SAML technology is understanding XML.
- The most popular related technology to SAML is OAuth.
- Fun fact: SAML stands for “Security Assertion Markup Language,” but it’s not about marking up your favorite assertions with colorful highlighters.
TOP SAML Related Technologies
- Okta (Okta, Inc.)
(2009) - OneLogin (OneLogin, Inc.)
(2009) - Auth0 (Auth0, Inc.)
(2013) - ADFS (Microsoft)
(2003) - Shibboleth (Shibboleth Consortium)
(2000)
What are top SAML instruments and tools?
- Okta: Secure access for everyone to everything
- OneLogin: Identity and access management
- ADFS: Microsoft’s Active Directory Federation Services
- Auth0: Identity platform for development teams
- Ping Identity: Intelligent identity solutions
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Maria Lapko
Global Partnership Manager