Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human
Identity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era. This work requires a relentless drive to solve complex challenges with real-world stakes. We are looking for builders and owners who operate with speed and urgency and execute with excellence.
This is an opportunity to do career-defining work. We're all in on this mission. If you are too, let's talk.
Overview
At Okta, we are building a world where anyone can safely use any technology, and within Okta Platform R&D, we're specifically focused on protecting the future of work. We are a globally-minded company dedicated to delighting our customers across the world.
We are looking for an experienced Principal UI Software Engineer (who can work full stack) to work within our Identity Lifecycle and Administration with a focus on enhancing and managing services for importing, syncing and provisioning identities and access policies i.e., users, groups, roles, entitlements, etc.
You will serve as the technical authority for the Identity Lifecycle and Administration group, responsible for defining and driving the long-term technical strategy and architecture across the entire.
In this role, you’ll get to…
- Implement specialized UI components where needed (e.g., editors, grids, structured data components) with a focus on performance and usability
- Evolve front-end architecture, including component libraries, layout patterns, theming, and global UI behaviors
- Often operate with minimal design oversight, owning interaction decisions and frontend architecture for mission-critical systems used in real-world operations
- Be a force multiplier who can create frameworks and solutions that enable other teams within the group to be more productive.
- Provide deep technical mentorship and sponsorship for key initiatives led by Senior and Staff engineers, multiplying their impact and ensuring alignment with company strategy.
- Establish and govern architectural standards and best practices for developer experience, observability, and quality across all the entire group.
Minimum Requirements
- 10+ years of software development experience
- Proficiency in modern front‑end technologies, including Type Script, React, and Next.js
- Expertise in software architecture and implementation, with a strong development background in a language like Java, Python, or C++, and experience with frameworks such as Spring, React.js, or Node.js.
- Experience working with design systems, component libraries, and scalable UI architectures
- Obsessive attention to detail in user experiences
- A deep understanding of web performance optimization, accessibility standards (WCAG), and responsive design principles
- A strong grasp of software engineering designs, principles, and practices, with a focus on building scalable and maintainable systems.
- You have strong communication skills and can distill complex concepts into simple, easy to understand narratives
Education
- B.S. Computer Science or equivalent
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The Okta Experience
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We are intentional about connection. Our global community, spanning over 20 offices worldwide, is united by a drive to innovate. Your journey begins with an immersive, in-person onboarding experience designed to accelerate your impact and connect you to our mission and team from day one.
Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws.
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Skills Required
- 10+ years of software development experience
- Proficiency in TypeScript
- Proficiency in React
- Proficiency in Next.js
- Strong development background in a language like Java, Python, or C++
- Experience with frameworks such as Spring or Node.js
- Experience working with design systems, component libraries, and scalable UI architectures
- Deep understanding of web performance optimization, accessibility standards (WCAG), and responsive design
- Strong software architecture, engineering principles, and maintainable system design skills
- Strong communication skills and ability to distill complex concepts
- B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent
Okta Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Okta and has not been reviewed or approved by Okta.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans medical, dental, vision, mental-health support, and income protection, complemented by preventive care options and wellness resources. These elements indicate robust coverage for both routine needs and more complex situations.
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Parental & Family Support — Policies include paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fertility and family‑building benefits. Caregiving resources and flexible arrangements help employees navigate family responsibilities.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible or unlimited PTO, separate sick time, paid holidays, and a company Wellbeing Week provide multiple avenues for time away. This breadth supports rest, recovery, and work‑life balance.
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What We Do
Okta is the leading independent identity provider. The Okta Identity Cloud enables organizations to securely connect the right people to the right technologies at the right time. With more than 7,000 pre-built integrations to applications and infrastructure providers, Okta provides simple and secure access to people and organizations everywhere, giving them the confidence to reach their full potential. More than 10,000 organizations, including JetBlue, Nordstrom, Siemens, Slack, T-Mobile, Takeda, Teach for America, and Twilio, trust Okta to help protect the identities of their workforces and customers.
