Okta is hiring a Senior Software Engineer for our Platform team to design, build, and scale core platform services that enable secure identity management at enterprise scale. Work remotely on cutting-edge technologies powering millions of users worldwide.

Join Okta's Platform Engineering Team

As a Senior Software Engineer - Platform at Okta, you'll play a pivotal role in evolving our core platform that supports identity and access management (IAM) solutions used by thousands of enterprises globally. Our platform handles billions of authentication events daily, ensuring security, reliability, and performance at scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and implement scalable platform services, APIs, and infrastructure components
• Optimize system performance, reliability, and observability using advanced monitoring and tracing
• Collaborate with product teams to define and deliver platform features that enhance developer experience
• Drive technical initiatives like service migration to cloud-native architectures and zero-downtime deployments
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews and best practices

Why Okta?

Okta is the world's leading cloud-first identity platform, trusted by Fortune 500 companies. We're committed to innovation in cybersecurity and work-life balance, offering a remote-first environment with opportunities for global impact.

If you're passionate about building robust platforms and thrive in a collaborative, innovative culture, apply now!

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with a focus on backend or platform development
• Proficiency in languages like Java, Go, or Python, and experience with microservices architectures
• Strong knowledge of distributed systems, cloud platforms (AWS/GCP), and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)
• Experience with databases (SQL/NoSQL), caching systems, and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana)
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment

• Competitive monthly salary with performance bonuses
• Fully remote contract with flexible hours
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs
• Professional development stipend for courses and certifications
• Stock options and employee equity program
• Generous paid time off and parental leave
• Modern tech stack and collaborative team culture