Staff Software Engineer - UI Platform

ABOUT THE ROLE We're looking for a seasoned full stack Staff Software Engineer with a focus on UI to join our Okta Platform R&D team. As a key member of our globally distributed engineering team, you'll play a crucial role in defining the forward-looking vision for Okta's UI platform infrastructure. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to build frameworks and systems that empower all feature teams to deliver world-ready software. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for: - Defining the architectural vision and technical roadmap for a major UI platform subsystem, securing buy-in across dependent feature teams. - Serving as the definitive design reviewer for high-impact proposals and cross-team interface specifications, ensuring long-term technical integrity and maintainability. - Driving cross-functional alignment and resolving technical ambiguity for initiatives spanning multiple product teams. - Shaping a culture of continuous learning by proactively sharing knowledge, mentoring Senior Engineers, and establishing best practices. - Empowering developers by building reusable components and robust design patterns that help other teams deliver world-ready UIs and APIs efficiently. - Being a hands-on contributor, driving the implementation and ensuring the technical quality of the platform's most complex and foundational components. WHAT YOU'LL NEED To succeed in this role, you'll need: - 5+ years of software development experience. - Expertise in software architecture and implementation, with a strong development background in a language like Java, Python, or C++. - Significant experience with frameworks such as Spring, React.js, or Node.js. - A strong grasp of software engineering designs, principles, and practices, with a focus on building scalable and maintainable systems. - Strong communication skills and the ability to distill complex concepts into simple, easy-to-understand narratives. WHY REMOTE As a remote worker, you'll have the flexibility to work from anywhere while being part of a globally-minded company dedicated to delighting our customers across the world. BENEFITS Okta offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: - Annual base salary range: $160,000 - $220,000 CAD. - Equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, RRSP with a match, healthcare spending, telemedicine, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with our applicable plans and policies.