We're building a dedicated Asset Lifecycle Management (ALM) program and this role is central to it. As the Software Asset Management Lead, you'll own the strategy and execution for how Marqeta governs its software assets — from SaaS licenses and cloud software to shadow IT.
This is an individual contributor role with significant scope and visibility. You will define the processes, implement the tooling, and build the discipline that gives the organization accurate, actionable visibility into its software estate. You'll work cross-functionally with Cybersecurity, Finance, Procurement, and IT Operations, and your work will directly impact Marqeta's security posture, compliance readiness, and technology spend and cost savings.
We work Flexible First . This role can be performed remotely anywhere within Ontario or British Columbia, Canada. We’d love for you to join us!
This position is not for an existing vacancy.
The Impact You’ll Have
SaaS Asset Governance & Lifecycle Management
- Develop and implement the end-to-end software asset management lifecycle, from pre-procurement through decommissioning, for all software categories.
- Establish and maintain a comprehensive software inventory across the organization, consolidating data from multiple existing tools into a unified, reliable view.
- Proactively manage the decommissioning of end-of-life (EOL) and end-of-support (EOS) software assets to reduce technology debt and risk.
- Develop and enforce software asset management policies, standards, and procedures aligned with industry best practices and Marqeta's regulatory requirements.
- Define and govern software classification, ownership models, and risk ratings to support security and compliance decision-making.
- Partner with the Architecture Review Board, Cybersecurity, Procurement, and Finance teams in overall governance design.
SaaS Management & Shadow IT Reduction
- Develop and execute comprehensive software management strategies to eliminate shadow IT and reduce duplicative capabilities.
- Lead SaaS sprawl management initiatives to optimize software licensing, reduce costs, and improve security posture.
- Collaborate with procurement teams to implement pre-procurement technology request approval processes.
- Implement software asset governance programs that ensure compliance with licensing agreements and usage policies.
- Implement software license compliance programs ensuring adherence to vendor agreements and usage policies.
- Track and analyze software utilization data to identify optimization opportunities, eliminate shelfware, and right-size license commitments at renewal.
- Develop metrics and reporting frameworks that give leadership clear visibility into software spend, utilization rates, compliance posture, and cost-saving opportunities.
Tooling & Automation
- Define and execute Marqeta's