Senior Software Engineer, IAM Embedded Login

As a Senior Software Engineer at Okta, your main responsibilities will include designing and developing features and APIs for enhancing secure login experiences. You'll work closely with a collaborative team to ensure the implementation of standards-compliant authentication solutions that cater to both end-users and developers. You'll also lead discussions, mentor junior engineers, and help troubleshoot any production issues during on-call rotations.

To qualify for the Senior Software Engineer position at Okta, you should have at least 5 years of software development experience, with a minimum of 1 year in the Identity and Access Management (IAM) domain. Proficiency in creating public or internal APIs using NodeJS, JavaScript, or TypeScript is essential. Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset are also key attributes we are looking for.

In the Senior Software Engineer role at Okta, you'll primarily work with technologies such as NodeJS, React, Postgres, and MongoDB for database management. Our services run on AWS and Azure, and you'll be encouraged to explore and adopt new tools that fit the project requirements.

Yes! Okta promotes a remote-friendly working environment, allowing you the flexibility to choose a setting that suits your productivity best. This helps foster creativity and empowerment among employees, regardless of where they are based.

At Okta, you'll find a dynamic, collaborative culture that emphasizes diversity of thought and experience. The IAM Embedded team is agile, with opportunities to lead discussions, mentor others, and enhance the team's overall productivity. We believe that bringing unique perspectives together helps us grow stronger as a company.

The mission of Okta's IAM Embedded team is to provide simple, secure, and delightful authentication experiences for both developers and end users. Your work will focus on developing customizable login solutions that improve user experience while maintaining high security standards.

While the required skills include expertise in software development and familiarity with IAM, additional skills such as experience in developing containerized applications deployed on Kubernetes, or mobile development for iOS or Android, are a plus. Familiarity with GoLang, Terraform, and front-end frameworks like ReactJS or VueJS can also enhance your candidacy.

When asked about your experience with NodeJS, focus on specific projects where you utilized it. Explain how the NodeJS event loop operates asynchronously and the advantages it provides for handling I/O operations. Mention any use cases or problems you solved effectively using NodeJS.

In answering this question, share specific methodologies you apply in your projects like user testing, feedback loops, or design thinking. Highlight examples where prioritizing user experience led to improved results, and explain how these principles align with the goals at Okta.

Discuss strategies such as implementing encryption, adhering to OAUTH standards, and validating inputs to secure authentication APIs. You may also share your experiences working with IAM standards and how you ensure compliance in your previous roles.

Illustrate this with a specific situation where you helped a junior engineer tackle a challenging project. Describe the guidance you provided and the positive outcomes, emphasizing your commitment to team development and knowledge sharing.

Explain your approach to time management and prioritization, highlighting any tools or methodologies you use like Agile or Scrum. It’s important to show how you balance efficiency with maintaining high coding standards.

You should provide insights into how you have developed and deployed applications across AWS or Azure. Discuss specific services you have used and any challenges you faced, along with how you overcame them, to demonstrate your hands-on knowledge.

Discuss your experience with Docker or other container technologies, explaining how they facilitate consistent and scalable deployment across different environments. This will showcase your modern development skills and adaptability to cloud environments.

Convey your commitment to continuous learning by mentioning resources such as online courses, tech blogs, or community meetups. Highlight any recent advancements in IAM or software development that you find particularly exciting.

Share specific examples of challenges such as scope changes or communication barriers. Focus on how you addressed these issues and the lessons learned, showing that you value flexibility and collaboration.

Express your enthusiasm for Okta’s mission and the impact of its IAM solutions. Explain how your values align with the company culture and how you see your skills contributing to Okta's innovative environment.