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Full-Time

Software Engineer II

Mfa, Customer Identity

Posted on 6/27/2024

Okta

Okta

5,001-10,000 employees

Identity and access management solutions provider

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$99k - $149kAnnually

+ Equity + Bonus + Health Insurance + Dental Insurance + Vision Insurance + RRSP with a match + Healthcare Spending + Telemedicine + Paid Leave

Senior, Expert

Remote in Canada

Category
Backend Engineering
Frontend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Agile
JavaScript
TypeScript
Requirements
  • Have excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Have 5+ years of software development experience.
  • Have 1+ years of experience in identity and access management (IAM) domain.
  • Have experience creating public or internal APIs using NodeJS/Javascript/Typescript.
  • Are autonomous and have a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Pay attention to details and keep user experience a top priority.
  • Enjoy being part of a highly collaborative, remote friendly environment.
Responsibilities
  • Be a part of fast paced, agile team comprising of engineers, a product manager and designer.
  • Design and develop features, APIs and fixes to handle our current and future scale.
  • Design and develop features involving factors like WebAuthn, Push notifications, One Time Passwords (OTP) and more.
  • Help our customers have an awesome experience with our products.
  • Collaborate with support team as the last level of escalation for tickets.
  • Participate on our on-call rotations for troubleshooting production issues.
  • Lead team discussions, mentor other engineers to become senior and improve team’s productivity.

Okta provides identity and access management solutions that help businesses and organizations securely manage user access to resources. Their cloud-based platform includes tools for single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), lifecycle management, and API access management. These products work by ensuring that only authorized individuals can access specific resources, enhancing security and streamlining IT operations. What sets Okta apart from competitors is its focus on a subscription-based model, which offers predictable revenue and allows clients to access a comprehensive suite of services. The goal of Okta is to provide secure and seamless access for users, particularly in a landscape where remote work and digital transformation are increasingly important.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$1.2B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

22%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Okta's subscription-based model ensures a steady and predictable revenue stream, providing financial stability and enabling continuous investment in R&D.
  • Strategic partnerships, such as with Worldcoin, and high-profile board appointments like Anthony Bates, enhance Okta's market influence and leadership.
  • The growing demand for robust security measures in the era of remote work and digital transformation positions Okta for sustained growth in the cybersecurity market.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive IAM market requires Okta to continuously innovate to maintain its leadership position and avoid losing market share to rivals.
  • Integration challenges with acquired companies like Arengu could pose risks to seamless product development and operational efficiency.

What makes Okta unique

  • Okta's comprehensive suite of IAM solutions, including SSO, MFA, and lifecycle management, sets it apart from competitors who may offer only fragmented services.
  • Recognition as a Leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Access Management underscores Okta's superior market position over rivals like Microsoft and IBM.
  • The acquisition of Arengu and the launch of Forms for Actions highlight Okta's commitment to innovation and enhancing customer experiences through tailored identity flows.

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