Senior Okta Engineer

Persistent Systems; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 3,000,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & benefits

Education sponsorship

Cutting-edge technologies

Employee events & flexible hours

Insurance coverage

Job summary

Persistent Systems in Bengaluru seeks a Senior IAM Engineer to design, implement, and support Okta CIS solutions. You will collaborate with the Solutions Architect to translate design into deployed identity services and automation.

You will mentor junior engineers, drive IAM best practices, and ensure secure, scalable identity workflows across applications, with a focus on governance, federation, and integration using SAML, OIDC, OAuth, and SCIM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent practical experience.
• 8–12 years of experience in IAM or related field.
• Hands-on experience with Okta Identity Cloud and lifecycle/governance modules.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to design reviews.

Responsibilities

• Configure and administer Okta Universal Directory, user profile schema and mappings.
• Implement JML processes via onboarding, CSV imports, and HR integrations.
• Configure authentication, sign-on, MFA, and password policies.
• Develop and maintain Okta Workflows for lifecycle automation and approvals.
• Build reusable connectors using Java, Python, Okta SDKs, and REST APIs.
• Configure OIG capabilities: access requests, certifications, resource catalogs and workflows.
• Integrate apps using SAML, OIDC, OAuth 2.0, and SCIM.
• Manage Org2Org federation, IdPs, and trust relationships.
• Develop deployment packages and promote configs between Preview and Production.
• Mentor juniors, produce technical docs, runbooks and knowledge transfer.
• Support production deployment and hypercare activities.

Job description

The Senior IAM Engineer Okta will be responsible for the technical implementation, configuration, and support of the Okta Customer Identity Solutions (CIS) platform. This role will work closely with the Solutions Architect to implement the approved solution design, configure Okta Identity Cloud and Identity Governance capabilities, develop automation using Okta Workflows, integrate enterprise applications, and ensure successful delivery of the identity platform. The Senior IAM Engineer will also provide technical guidance to junior engineers, participate in design discussions, and ensure implementation aligns with enterprise architecture, security standards, and IAM best practices.

• Experience: Between 8 to 12 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Configure and administer Okta Universal Directory, user profile schema, and profile mappings.
• Implement Joiner, Mover, and Leaver (JML) processes using manual onboarding, CSV imports, and future HR integrations.
• Configure authentication policies, sign-on policies, MFA policies, password policies, and security controls.
• Develop and maintain Okta Workflows for lifecycle automation, notifications, approvals, and operational processes.
• Build reusable custom connectors using Java, Python, Okta SDKs & Okta Workflows where required.
• Configure Okta Identity Governance (OIG) capabilities, including Access Requests, Resource Catalogs, Access Certifications, and Approval & Reviewer Chains.
• Integrate enterprise applications with Okta using SAML, OIDC, OAuth 2.0, and SCIM where applicable.
• Configure and manage Org2Org federation, Identity Providers (IdPs), and trust relationships.
• Configure Event Hooks, Inline Hooks, and external API integrations.
• Participate in discovery workshops, technical design discussions, and solution reviews with the Solutions Architect.
• Develop deployment packages and support configuration promotion between Preview and Production environments.
• Execute unit testing, integration testing, support SIT/UAT activities, and resolve implementation issues.
• Mentor junior engineers and perform technical reviews to ensure implementation quality. Produce technical documentation, implementation guides, operational runbooks, and knowledge transfer documentation.
• Support production deployment, Hypercare activities, and operational handover.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• Strong hands-on experience with Okta Identity Cloud, Okta Lifecycle Management, and Okta Identity Governance (OIG).
• Extensive experience configuring Okta Workflows and building reusable automation.
• Experience developing custom connectors using Java, Python, Okta SDKs, and REST APIs.
• Strong understanding of Universal Directory, Profile Editor, Group Rules, and Identity Lifecycle Management.
• Experience integrating enterprise applications using SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and SCIM.
• Experience configuring Access Requests, Access Certifications, Resource Catalogs, and governance workflows within Okta Identity Governance.
• Strong knowledge of Org2Org Federation, Identity Providers (IdPs), and federation concepts.
• Experience working with Event Hooks, Inline Hooks, and external REST APIs.
• Strong understanding of authentication, authorization, RBAC, and IAM security best practices.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with architects, project teams, and business stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and CI/CD deployment practices is preferred.
• The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Okta Identity Cloud and its capabilities, along with a proven track record of successful IAM implementations.
• You will be a key player in ensuring the security and efficiency of our identity management processes, while also fostering the growth of junior team members through mentorship and guidance.
• Educational background: Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent practical experience.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”