Principal Software Engineer - Windows

ABOUT THE ROLE Okta is seeking a highly impactful and influential Software Engineer to join our Windows engineering team within the Device Identity and Access organization. As a key technical leader, you will leverage your deep expertise in Windows client software development to architect, build, and scale critical Windows software and services at the heart of our security and identity platform. This is a high-visibility, hands-on opportunity to define the architectural vision, pioneer new capabilities, and drive the technical strategy to solve complex, company-wide challenges and shape the future of Okta's device identity ecosystem. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a Software Engineer on our Windows engineering team, you will: - 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 the seamless delivery of our most 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 across the entire pillar. - Raise the technical bar through rigorous code standards, comprehensive automated testing, and modernized CI/CD pipelines, while championing engineering best practices and architectural standards. - Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation and foster a culture of knowledge sharing within the team and the broader organization. - Work within an environment that leverages AI-native engineering practices, utilizing AI coding assistants to accelerate delivery. - Spearhead technical innovation, identifying emerging industry trends (such as advanced device security or AI-native development paradigms) and prototyping solutions to keep Okta ahead of the curve. WHAT YOU'LL NEED To be successful in this role, you will require: - 7+ years of progressive software development experience, with a proven track record of designing and building Windows features using C++, C#, and the .NET framework. - Deep expertise with Windows software environments, including design and performance optimization, security considerations. - Solid understanding of the advanced debugging and performance optimization in Windows environment, Win32 API, inter-process communication (IPC), Windows services, and secure credential handling. - 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 and influence technical direction. - Proficiency in leveraging AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to accelerate the development lifecycle. - Cross-Platform context with strong conceptual understanding of Windows security features. WHY REMOTE Okta is a fully remote-first company, offering the flexibility and autonomy to work from anywhere in the world. Our remote work environment is designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and productivity, while also prioritizing work-life balance and employee well-being. BENEFITS Okta offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: - Supporting Your Well-Being: Okta provides a range of benefits to support your physical and mental well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as access to employee assistance programs and mental health resources. - Driving Social Impact: Okta is committed to making a positive impact on society, and offers a