Staff Software Engineer

Okta

USAFull-time2026-10-07 → 2026-11-10

Hybrid

Core

Define, own, and drive the architectural vision and technical roadmap for a major UI platform subsystem.

Role type

Staff Software Engineer (Platform Architecture)

Builds

Reusable components, shared libraries, frameworks, and tools for feature teams

Domain

Software Engineering / UI Platform

Required skills

Software architecture, Java, Python, C++, Spring, React.js, Node.js, Scalable system design, Maintainable system design

Preferred skills

Internationalization and localization strategies, Unicode, ISO standards, Localization frameworks, Globalization testing, Platform team development practices

Responsibilities

Define architectural vision and technical roadmap, Review high-impact proposals and cross-team interface specifications, Drive cross-functional alignment and resolve technical ambiguity, Translate product strategy into actionable technical architecture, Build reusable components and shared libraries, Mentor Senior Engineers and establish engineering best practices

About Okta

Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action 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. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please use this Form to request an accommodation.