Staff Software Engineer, macOS
Okta · Posted Sep 24
Cloud-based identity and access management solutions for workforce and customer security
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About the role
The Device Identity and Access organization is at the forefront of Okta’s Zero Trust vision, transforming the device itself into a secure, trusted, and effortless identity factor, with teams responsible for ensuring users can seamlessly interact with their work from any endpoint worldwide. The organization is composed of engineers who thrive at the intersection of deep client-side platform engineering and massive-scale distributed systems, securing millions of enterprise endpoints globally. This Staff Software Engineer role joins the Device Authenticators engineering team, using deep Apple (macOS and iOS) client software development expertise to architect, build, and scale the critical software and services at the heart of Okta's security and identity platform, acting as a technical leader and force multiplier.
What you will do
- Partner closely with Product Management, Engineering Directors, and Principal Architects to translate strategic business objectives into technical roadmaps.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration with Product, Design, and QA to ensure the seamless delivery of our most critical engineering initiatives.
- Lead the design and implementation of new features and services taking ownership from conception to deployment.
- Act as a force multiplier across multiple teams, mentoring Senior engineers, guiding technical design reviews, and raising the engineering bar across the entire pillar.
- Raise the technical bar through rigorous code standards, comprehensive automated testing, and modernized CI/CD pipelines, while championing engineering best practices and architectural standards.
- Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation and foster a culture of knowledge sharing within the team and the broader organization.
- Work within an environment that leverages AI-native engineering practices, utilizing AI coding assistants to accelerate delivery.
- Spearhead technical innovation, identifying emerging industry trends (such as advanced device security or AI-native development paradigms) and prototyping solutions to keep Okta ahead of the curve.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- 7+ years of progressive software development experience, with a proven track record of designing and building Apple (macOS or iOS) features using Swift.
- Deep expertise with Apple (macOS or iOS) software environments, including design and performance optimization, security considerations.
- Proven expertise in advanced debugging and performance optimization using Xcode, LLDB, and Instruments to resolve complex memory issues and concurrency bugs.
- Experience in fast-paced agile environments, with a strong understanding of CI/CD and automated testing.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences and influence technical direction.
- Proficiency in leveraging AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to accelerate the development lifecycle.
- Cross-Platform context with strong conceptual understanding of Apple (macOS or iOS) security features.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
Preferred qualifications
- Security Domain Expertise such as Cryptography, endpoint security concepts (e.g., Secure Enclave, Device Management/MDM protocols, and endpoint detection).
- Understanding of Identity and Access Management protocols and technologies (e.g., FIDO, OIDC/OAuth, or similar modern authentication frameworks).
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, secure coding practices, and certifications like CISSP or Security+.
Benefits and support
- Supporting Your Well-Being
- Driving Social Impact
- Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community
- Global community, spanning over 20 offices worldwide, united by a drive to innovate
- Immersive, in-person onboarding experience designed to accelerate your impact and connect you to our mission and team from day one
- 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
- Reasonable accommodation is available to complete any part of the job application, interview process, or onboarding
About Okta
Okta is a leading independent provider of cloud-based identity and access management solutions that securely connect people and technologies to the right applications. The company powers both Workforce Identity and Customer Identity platforms, allowing organizations to securely manage user access and navigate modern challenges like agentic AI security.
- Industry
- Enterprise Software
- Company size
- 7500+ employees
- Founded
- 2009
- Location
- San Francisco, California, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Funding
Public Company · $228M raised
- 2010-02-01Series A$10M
- 2011-08-01Series B$16.5M
- 2012-12-01Series C$25M
- 2013-09-01Series D$27M
- 2014-06-01Series E$75M
- 2015-09-01Series F$75M
- 2018-02-21Post IPO Debt$300M
Leadership
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Co-Founder and Executive Vice Chairman
Chief Marketing Officer
Chief Legal Officer
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