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Staff Software Engineer (MacOS)

Okta

Skills

Required

  • macOS
  • iOS
  • performance optimization
  • agile
  • CI/CD
  • automated testing
  • AI coding
  • Claude code
  • GitHub
  • Swift
  • Cross-Platform

Preferred

  • Identity and Access Management
  • Cryptography
  • endpoint security
  • Device Management/MDM protocols
  • endpoint detection
  • FIDO
  • OIDC / OAuth
  • authentication
  • Xcode

Join Okta, a leading identity and access management company, as a Staff Software Engineer focused on macOS development. In this role, you will be at the forefront of Okta's Zero Trust vision, transforming devices into secure identity factors. You will lead the design and implementation of new features and services, mentor other engineers, and drive cross-functional collaboration. This is a high-visibility, hands-on opportunity to shape the future of Okta's device identity ecosystem.

Responsibilities

  • Architect, build, and scale critical macOS software and services at the heart of Okta's security and identity platform.
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration with Product, Design, and QA to ensure the seamless delivery of critical engineering initiatives.
  • Lead the design and implementation of new features and services, taking ownership from conception to deployment.
  • Proven expertise in advanced debugging and performance optimization using Xcode, LLDB, and Instruments to resolve complex memory issues and concurrency bugs

Requirements

  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences and influence technical direction
  • Experience in fast-paced agile environments, with a strong understanding of CI/CD and automated testing
  • Proficiency in leveraging AI coding assistants (e.g., Claude code, GitHub Copilot) to accelerate the development lifecycle
  • 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
  • Cross-Platform context with strong conceptual understanding of macOS (or iOS) security features
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Preferred

  • Security Domain Expertise such as Cryptography, endpoint security concepts (e.g., Secure Enclave, Device Management/MDM protocols, and endpoint detection)
  • Understanding of Identity and Access Management protocols and technologies (e.g., FIDO, OIDC/OAuth, or similar modern authentication frameworks)
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, secure coding practices, and certifications like CISSP or Security+

Pay

USD 194,000 - 267,000

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