Description
Okta is seeking a Staff Client Platform Engineer to join the Technology, Data, and Insights (TDI) team. As a Staff Client Platform Engineer, you will be the subject matter expert for Okta's macOS and iOS fleet, focusing on Apple ecosystem while contributing to the broader endpoint strategy.
The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in endpoint engineering, with a focus on Apple platforms at enterprise scale. You should possess deep expertise in managing endpoints at scale via MDM, such as Jamf Pro, and have a strong understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems.
Key responsibilities include:
- Apple Fleet Management: Managing the global macOS and iOS fleet using Jamf Pro
- Cross-Platform Support: Contributing to the management and security of Windows and Linux endpoints
- Tooling & Evolution: Administering open-source tools and evaluating emerging platforms
- Security & Compliance: Ensuring endpoints meet NIST, CIS, and STIG standards
- Engineering & Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Applying an IaC mindset to device management
- Technical Direction: Setting the architecture and technical direction for a domain
- Customer Zero Advocacy: Acting as a primary feedback loop for Okta's internal product teams
- Operational Excellence: Providing Tier 3 escalation support for global IT teams
The role requires proficiency in Bash, Python, Go, or Swift, and experience with Git, GitHub Actions, Terraform, or similar CI/CD frameworks. Familiarity with SAML and OIDC is also necessary.
In terms of benefits, Okta offers equity, bonus, and benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid leave.