Staff Software Engineer, Java, Spring
Build secure, scalable Java web applications and services for Okta’s access management products. The role requires 7+ years of software development experience, strong security and design fundamentals, and familiarity with identity protocols and cloud security.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with QA, Product, Support, and UX teams for seamless integration.
- Contribute to technical designs, proposals, and architectural decisions while following best practices.
- Develop high-quality, maintainable software components with comprehensive unit and functional tests.
- Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and security best practices.
- Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience building Java-based web applications.
- Solid experience in Java web development.
- Understanding of design patterns, scalability patterns, security engineering, and object-oriented principles.
- Experience working in fast-paced software development teams using continuous integration and deployment practices.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work across functions.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience or degree.
Nice to Have
- Experience building anomaly detection or risk systems.
- Experience with cloud security, identity, and authentication protocols.
- Experience with UI technologies such as Angular, ReactJS, Backbone, or Vue.
- Strong understanding of IAM protocols, including FIDO, WebAuthn, SSO, SAML, and OAuth, and identity management best practices.
Skills
Java, Spring, Java Web Development, Design Patterns, Scalability Patterns, Security Engineering, Object-Oriented Programming, Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment, Angular, React, Backbone, Vue, Webauthn, OAuth
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