About Okta
Secure identity management from cloud to ground
Key Highlights
- Public company (NASDAQ: OKTA) - strong equity potential
- Over 1000 employees with significant growth trajectory
- $229.3 million raised in Series E funding
- Provides identity management solutions for cloud applications
Okta (NASDAQ: OKTA) is a leading identity management platform headquartered in The East Cut, San Francisco, CA. With over 1000 employees, Okta provides secure single sign-on solutions for organizations of all sizes, enabling seamless access to cloud applications. The company has raised $229.3 millio...
🎁 Benefits
Okta offers flexible work-from-home opportunities, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and financial incentives including stock options. Emplo...
🌟 Culture
Okta fosters a culture focused on security and innovation, emphasizing the importance of identity management in today's digital landscape. The company...
Overview
Okta is hiring a Senior Software Engineer for their Authentication Platform team to design and implement scalable authentication solutions. You'll work with technologies like Java, JavaScript, and Okta. This position requires significant experience in software engineering.
Job Description
Who you are
5+ years of software engineering experience with a focus on building scalable authentication systems — you've designed and implemented complex authentication pipelines and understand security standards deeply. Your expertise in Java and JavaScript allows you to create robust applications that meet high availability requirements.
You have a strong background in REST API development and are familiar with cloud-based architectures — your experience with platforms like Okta has equipped you with the skills to integrate identity solutions seamlessly into various applications. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy mentoring junior engineers, sharing your knowledge to help them grow.
Your problem-solving skills are top-notch, and you approach challenges with a systematic mindset — whether troubleshooting issues or optimizing existing systems, you have a knack for finding effective solutions. You are also a lifelong learner, always seeking to improve your skills and stay updated with the latest technologies in the field.
Desirable
Experience with authentication protocols such as OAuth and OpenID Connect is a plus — you understand the nuances of secure access management and can implement best practices effectively. Familiarity with cloud services like AWS or Azure will enhance your ability to contribute to our cloud-based solutions.
What you'll do
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Authentication Platform team, you will design and implement scalable authentication solutions that drive billions of authentications every month. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to build and support single sign-on, strong authentication, and threat protection technologies.
Your role will involve reviewing and troubleshooting existing systems to ensure they meet the highest standards of security and reliability. You will also contribute to the development of the Okta Identity Engine, leveraging your expertise to enhance the user experience and streamline authentication processes.
You will participate in code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration within the team. Your contributions will directly impact the security and efficiency of our authentication services, helping to shape the future of identity management at Okta.
What we offer
At Okta, we offer a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged, and diverse perspectives are valued. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to projects that have a significant impact on the security landscape.
We provide competitive compensation and benefits, including opportunities for professional development and growth within the company. Join us in building a world where identity belongs to everyone, and help us shape the future of secure access management.
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