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Okta is The World’s Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology, anywhere, on any device or app. Our flexible and neutral products, Okta Platform and Auth0 Platform, provide secure access, authentication, and automation, placing identity at the core of business security and growth.
At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences.
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Staff Identity Engineer

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 6+ years of experience in identity and access management, with a strong focus on enterprise-level solutions.
• Deep understanding of IAM standards (e.g., OAuth, OpenID Connect, SAML, SCIM, FIDO2/WebAuthn) and security frameworks like NIST
• Proficiency with the Okta or Auth0 platform and possibly other Identity vendors (SailPoint, Cyberark, …)
• Experience with scripting (e.g., Python, JavaScript/TypeScript), automation platforms (e.g. Terraform, Okta Workflows, ServiceNow, GitHub), and agile methodologies/practices
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to self manage and motivate in remote working conditions with global team mates

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience.
• Certifications in security or cloud platforms (e.g., Especially Okta certifications, CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security – Specialty).
• Experience with most of the wider IAM domain such as Privileged Access Management (PAM), identity governance and administration (IGA), Identity Verification.

• Design, document and implement scalable, secure, and reliable identity and access management solutions.
• Bring an automation mindset to IAM, including driving the use of generative AI within IAM, use of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) techniques, and ServiceNow
• Lead technical discussions and provide guidance on best practices for identity management. Articulate and implement the pattern, not one-by-one approaches.
• Develop and maintain identity-related infrastructure and services, including directories, authentication protocols, and access controls.
• Partner closely with peer managers across security, infrastructure, applications, and other business units to ensure identity solutions are integrated effectively and meet organizational needs.
• Stay current with emerging identity technologies, standards, and industry trends.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Product Roadmap Engagement: Actively engage with Product teams, offering expert feedback and valuable input to help shape the identity product roadmap, ensuring our solutions align with future business needs and technological advancements.
• Technical Guidance & Vision: Provide technical leadership and guidance on identity architecture, best practices, and emerging trends. Contribute to the long-term strategic roadmap for identity within the organization.
• Drive Operational Excellence: Ensure the team provides exceptional, responsive support for all business-as-usual identity activities, maintaining high availability and reliability of identity systems. Perform root cause analysis for identity-related incidents and implement corrective actions.