Staff Software Engineer, MacOS

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Software Engineer to join our macOS engineering team at Okta. As a key technical leader, you will leverage your expertise in macOS client software development to architect, build, and scale critical macOS software and services.

Responsibilities

• 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 seamless delivery of 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 Staff and Senior engineers, guiding technical design reviews, and raising the engineering bar.
• Raise the technical bar through rigorous code standards, comprehensive automated testing, and modernized CI/CD pipelines.
• Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation and foster a culture of knowledge sharing.
• Work within an environment that leverages AI-native engineering practices, utilizing AI coding assistants to accelerate delivery.
• Spearhead technical innovation, identifying emerging industry trends and prototyping solutions.

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive software development experience, with a proven track record of designing and building macOS (or iOS) features using Swift.
• Deep expertise with 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.
• 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.
• Proficiency in leveraging AI coding assistants.
• Cross-Platform context with strong conceptual understanding of macOS (or iOS) security features.

Nice-to-haves

• Security Domain Expertise such as Cryptography, endpoint security concepts.
• Understanding of Identity and Access Management protocols and technologies.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, secure coding practices, and certifications like CISSP or Security+.

Benefits

• Annual base salary range: $194,000-$267,000 USD (San Francisco Bay area) or $174,000-$239,000 USD (other locations)
• Equity (where applicable)
• Bonus
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Paid leave (including PTO and parental leave)