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About The Team
At DoorDash, our mission is to empower local economies by providing innovative technology solutions that make it easier for customers, merchants, and Dashers to connect. We are seeking a Senior Software Asset Manager to join our Global IT team and help drive our software asset management (SAM) initiatives worldwide.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented IT Software Asset Manager to oversee the lifecycle management, optimization, governance, and operational support of enterprise SaaS and AI software platforms. This role will be responsible for managing software licensing, vendor relationships, access governance, cost optimization, and renewal support across a rapidly evolving software ecosystem. The ideal candidate combines strong operational execution with analytical and vendor management skills and has hands-on experience with SaaS administration, software asset management (SAM), identity/access management tools, and enterprise procurement processes. This role partners closely with IT, Security, Procurement/Sourcing, Finance, Legal, and business stakeholders to ensure software investments are compliant, optimized, and aligned with company objectives.
You're Excited About This Opportunity Because...
- Manage the full lifecycle of enterprise SaaS and AI software assets, including procurement support, provisioning, renewals, optimization, and retirement.
- Administer and maintain software licensing across multiple enterprise platforms and vendors.
- Run and analyze license utilization reports from vendor portals and internal systems to identify underutilized or unused licenses.
- Reconcile purchased licenses against assigned and consumed licenses to ensure compliance and cost efficiency.
- Assign, transfer, and revoke software licenses based on user access requirements and organizational policies.
- Maintain accurate software entitlement, usage, and renewal records.
- Monitor software usage trends and provide recommendations for optimization and standardization.
- Help evaluate AI software consumption models, usage metrics, and licensing impacts.
- Utilize Okta, ConductorOne, and related identity governance/access management tools to review and manage software access groups and entitlements.
- Work closely with Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Legal, and Finance teams on software renewals and contract negotiations.
- Assist in evaluating vendor proposals, renewal terms, pricing structures, and true-up requirements.
- Maintain relationships with software vendors and escalate operational or licensing issues when needed.
- Develop reporting and dashboards related to software inventory, utilization, renewals, and savings opportunities.
- Track and communicate realized cost savings and optimization initiatives.
- Participate in software audits and compliance reviews as needed.
- Assist with software consolidation efforts during acquisitions by combining overlapping platforms and rolling multiple contracts into unified enterprise agreements.
We're Excited About You Because...
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in Software Asset Management or IT Asset Management, with a focus in finance.
- Deep knowledge of SaaS software licensing models and agreements, including those for major vendors such as Microsoft, Adobe, Github, AI Tools and SaaS providers.
- Proven experience managing vendor relationships and negotiating contracts.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams.
- Proficiency in PowerPoint, Google Suite, OKTA or other related tools
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Advanced customer service and stakeholder management skills
- Detail oriented, problem solver & resourceful
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing AI software platforms and AI-related licensing models.
- Familiarity with SAM/ITAM tools such as ServiceNow SAM Pro, Zylo, Torii, Flexera, or similar platforms.
- Understanding of software compliance and audit management practices.
- Experience supporting enterprise-scale software environments in a fast-paced organization.
- ITIL, CSAM, or related certifications are a plus.
We expect this position to be filled by 8/11/2026.
Compensation
The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the pay range listed below and is determined based on job-related factors including, but not limited to, skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Base salary is localized according to an employee’s work location. Ranges are market-dependent and may be modified in the future. In addition to base salary, the compensation for this role includes opportunities for equity grants. Talk to your recruiter for more information.
DoorDash cares about you and your overall well-being. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees, which includes a 401(k) plan with employer matching, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, wellness benefits, commuter benefits match, paid time off and paid sick leave in compliance with applicable laws (e.g. Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act). DoorDash also offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, disability and basic life insurance, family-forming assistance, and a mental health program, among others. To learn more about our benefits, visit our careers page here.
See Below For Paid Time Off Details
For salaried roles: flexible paid time off/vacation, plus 80 hours of paid sick time per year.
For hourly roles: vacation accrued at about 1 hour for every 25.97 hours worked (e.g. about 6.7 hours/month if working 40 hours/week; about 3.4 hours/month if working 20 hours/week), and paid sick time accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked (e.g. about 5.8 hours/month if working 40 hours/week; about 2.9 hours/month if working 20 hours/week).
The national base pay range for this position within the United States, including Illinois and Colorado. $95,200—$140,000 USD
About DoorDash
At DoorDash, our mission to empower local economies shapes how our team members move quickly, learn, and reiterate in order to make impactful decisions that display empathy for our range of users—from Dashers to merchant partners to consumers. We are a technology and logistics company that started by enabling door-to-door delivery, and we are looking for team members who can help us go from a company that is known as the place you order food to a company that people turn to for any and all goods. DoorDash is growing rapidly and changing constantly, which gives our team members the opportunity to share their unique perspectives, solve new challenges, and own their careers. We're committed to supporting employees’ happiness, healthiness, and overall well-being by providing comprehensive benefits and perks including premium healthcare, wellness expense reimbursement, paid parental leave and more.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.
Statement of Non-Discrimination: In keeping with our beliefs and goals, no employee or applicant will face discrimination or harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or veteran status. Above and beyond discrimination and harassment based on “protected categories,” we also strive to prevent other subtler forms of inappropriate behavior (i.e., stereotyping) from ever gaining a foothold in our office. Whether blatant or hidden, barriers to success have no place at DoorDash. We value a diverse workforce – people who identify as women, non-binary or gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, American Indian or Native Alaskan, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, differently-abled, caretakers and parents, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Thank you to the Level Playing Field Institute for this statement of non-discrimination.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
If you need any accommodations, please inform your recruiting contact upon initial connection.
Notice to Applicants for Jobs Located in NYC or Remote Jobs Associated With Office in NYC Only
We used Covey as part of our hiring and/or promotional process for jobs in NYC and certain features may qualify it as an AEDT in NYC. As part of the hiring and/or promotion process, we provided Covey with job requirements and candidate submitted applications. We began using Covey Scout for Inbound from August 21, 2023, through December 21, 2023. We resumed using Covey Scout for Inbound again on June 29, 2024, and ceased using Covey Scout for Inbound on April 30, 2026. The Covey tool has been reviewed by an independent auditor. Results of the audit may be viewed here: https://getcovey.com/nyc-local-law-144.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Bayview Asset Management6

- AECOM2

- Balyasny Asset Management L.P.2

- Fairview Health Services2

- Marathon Asset Management2

Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management13
- Banking & Financial Services8
- Energy5
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Healthcare & Medical Services4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in software asset management jobs.
- Experience with SAM tools such as Flexera, ServiceNow SAM, or Snow Software
- Knowledge of software license models including perpetual, subscription, and enterprise agreements
- CSAM, CITAM, or ITIL certification preferred or required
- Proficiency in conducting software audits and reconciling entitlements against deployments
- Ability to manage vendor relationships and negotiate software contracts
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
Tips for Your Software Asset Management Job Search
Quantify your license compliance wins
SAM hiring managers want proof of cost avoidance, not just task lists. Rewrite your bullets to show how much you recovered in unused licenses, reduced audit exposure, or eliminated shelfware. Dollars and percentages beat vague responsibility statements every time.
List your SAM tool certifications first
Employers filter hard on tools like ServiceNow SAM, Flexera One, Snow Software, and Microsoft SCAMP. Put certifications and hands-on tool experience near the top of your resume so they clear ATS filters before a recruiter ever reads the document.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists software asset management openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by vendor focus
SAM roles often specialize by vendor ecosystem: Microsoft EA, Adobe VIP, Oracle ULA, or Salesforce. Search for postings that name the vendors your experience covers and tailor your resume to mirror that language exactly before applying.
Prepare a software audit scenario story
Most SAM interviews include a scenario question about handling a surprise vendor audit. Prepare a concise story using the STAR format that shows how you gathered inventory data, identified gaps, and negotiated the outcome. Specific steps matter more than a positive result.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
SAM titles vary wildly in responsibility. Before accepting, ask exactly which vendors are in scope, whether you own the discovery tooling or just the analysis, and how audit response is handled. Misaligned scope is the most common reason SAM professionals leave roles within a year.
Software Asset Management Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most software asset managements?
The companies hiring the most software asset managements right now include Bayview Asset Management, AECOM, and Balyasny Asset Management L.P., with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is strongest in enterprises with large Microsoft or Oracle footprints and organizations under active vendor audit pressure.
How many software asset management jobs are remote?
About 26% of software asset management openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the tool-driven and analytical nature of the work. Roles focused on license analysis, SAM reporting, and software spend optimization tend to be most remote, while positions that require on-site discovery agent deployments or direct IT hardware coordination are more likely to require in-office presence.
How do you become a software asset management?
Start by earning a foundation certification such as ITIL or the CSAM from the International Association of IT Asset Managers, then build hands-on experience with at least one enterprise SAM tool. Develop skills in license entitlement reconciliation, vendor agreement interpretation, and audit response. Many practitioners enter through IT helpdesk or procurement roles before moving into dedicated SAM positions.
How do you get hired in software asset management with little experience?
Target entry-level IT asset analyst roles or software license coordinator positions, which typically require tool familiarity over years of experience. Earning a free or low-cost ITIL Foundation certification signals baseline knowledge to employers. Volunteer to support an internal SAM initiative at your current job, document what you contributed, and use that project experience as your proof of competence in interviews.
What does the software asset management interview process look like?
Most SAM interview processes include an initial recruiter screen focused on tool experience and certification, followed by a technical round where hiring managers test your knowledge of license metrics, entitlement calculations, and audit workflows. A final round often includes a scenario exercise, such as reconciling a sample dataset or explaining how you would respond to a vendor audit notice, before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to software asset management jobs?
You can find and apply to software asset management jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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