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Software Engineer II (Passkeys)

Okta
vision insurance, flexible benefit account, parental leave, 401(k)
United States, California, San Francisco
Jul 28, 2025
Get to know Okta Okta is The World's Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology, anywhere, on any device or app. Our flexible and neutral products, Okta Platform and Auth0 Platform, provide secure access, authentication, and automation, placing identity at the core of business security and growth. At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we're looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences. Join our team! We're building a world where Identity belongs to you. The Passkeys Team Passwords have been the weakest link in security for decades, fueling phishing attacks, account takeovers, and endless frustration for users. But the world is finally changing. Passkeys, powered by FIDO2 WebAuthn are revolutionizing how people authenticate-bringing us into a passwordless future that's more secure and seamless than ever before. At Okta, we're on a mission to help enterprises and consumers embrace this transformation. We're building cutting-edge phishing-resistant authenticators and passkey solutions that make security stronger while making life easier for users. Our products empower businesses to leave passwords behind and defend against modern threats with innovative, user-friendly technology. If you're passionate about shaping the future of authentication, love working at the intersection of security and great user experience, and want to be part of a fast-paced team redefining digital trust-come build the future with us. The Software Engineer II Opportunity As an Engineer on this team, you will be working on mission critical projects in relation to passkey solutions. This engineer will have the following traits: A true team-player mindset - you thrive on collaboration, communication, and lifting others up A high sense of ownership and accountability; you don't just spot problems, you help solve them The agility to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where priorities can shift quickly A hunger to learn new technologies, tools, and concepts - and the curiosity to explore how they apply to identity and security challenges Passion for cybersecurity, identity, and protecting people and businesses from emerging threats A proactive attitude, resourcefulness, and the ability to work independently when needed A belief that building secure, user-friendly solutions is key to helping enterprises stay safe in the age of AI and deepfakes What you'll be doing Partner closely with product managers and designers to bring cutting-edge phishing-resistant authenticators to life Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend (or full-stack) solutions that power identity security at enterprise scale Build seamless integrations for identity verification with our external partners, ensuring secure and frictionless user experiences Wear the customer hat - deeply understand user needs and translate them into robust technical solutions Champion code quality, maintainability, and best practices to ensure our solutions remain reliable and secure Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies in identity and security, contributing ideas to keep our products innovative and effectiv What you'll bring to the role 2+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong focus on backend or full-stack engineering Deep proficiency in Java, including object-oriented design, multithreading, and performance optimization Experience designing and building scalable, distributed systems and RESTful APIs Solid understanding of secure coding practices, authentication/authorization protocols (OAuth, OIDC, SAML), and identity management concepts Good understanding of modern cloud infrastructure (e.g. AWS, GCP, Azure) Proven ability to deliver high-quality, maintainable code, with a focus on automated testing and CI/CD practices Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to debug complex systems Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with product managers, designers, and other engineers And extra credit if you have experience in any of the following! Experience with FIDO2 WebAuthn, Passkeys and other types of phishing-resistant authentication #BB-1 #LI-Hybrid Below is the annual base salary range for candidates located in California. Your actual base salary will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. To learn more about our Total Rewards program please visit: https://rewards.okta.com/us. The annual base salary range for this position for candidates located in the San Francisco Bay area is between: $134,000 — $202,000 USD What you can look forward to as a Full-Time Okta employee! Amazing Benefits Making Social Impact Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community at Okta Okta cultivates a dynamic work environment, providing the best tools, technology and benefits to empower our employees to work productively in a setting that best and uniquely suits their needs. Each organization is unique in the degree of flexibility and mobility in which they work so that all employees are enabled to be their most creative and successful versions of themselves, regardless of where they live. Find your place at Okta today! https://www.okta.com/company/careers/. Some roles may require travel to one of our office locations for in-person onboarding. Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. 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