Description
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 organisations to safely embrace this new era.
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 specialised 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 behaviours 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 optimisation, 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