Staff Software Engineer - macOS

ABOUT THE ROLE Okta's Device Identity and Access organization is at the forefront of the company's Zero Trust vision, transforming the device itself into a secure, trusted, and effortless identity factor. As a foundational pillar within Okta Research and Development (ORD), our mission is to ensure users can seamlessly interact with their work from any endpoint, anywhere in the world. We are seeking a highly impactful and influential Software Engineer to join our macOS engineering team, leveraging their deep expertise in macOS (or iOS) client software development to architect, build, and scale the critical macOS software and services at the heart of our security and identity platform. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a key technical leader, you will partner closely with Product Management, Engineering Directors, and Principal Architects to translate strategic business objectives into technical roadmaps. You will drive cross-functional collaboration with Product, Design, and QA to ensure the seamless delivery of our most critical engineering initiatives. You will lead the design and implementation of new features and services, taking ownership from conception to deployment. Additionally, you will 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. WHAT YOU'LL NEED To be successful in this role, you will need: - 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 to resolve complex memory issues and concurrency bugs. - 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 macOS (or iOS) security features. WHY REMOTE Okta offers a hybrid work model, allowing you to work from anywhere while maintaining a strong connection with the team. This flexibility enables you to balance your work and personal life, while contributing to a mission-driven organization that is shaping the future of identity and security. BENEFITS Okta provides a comprehensive benefits package, including: - Supporting Your Well-Being: access to employee assistance programs, mental health resources, and wellness initiatives. - Driving Social Impact: opportunities to contribute to Okta's social responsibility initiatives and community engagement programs. - Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community: training and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and social events to foster connection and community among employees.