Staff Software Engineer, Java, Spring

Okta; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

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Job summary

Okta's Access Management Engineering Team is hiring a Senior Software Engineer in Bengaluru. The role focuses on secure, scalable Java-based web apps and cloud services, enabling seamless authentication and authorization across Okta resources.

You will work with cross‑functional teams to design, implement, and test high‑quality software while advancing identity security and deployment practices. This hands‑on position drives product roadmap and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in Java web development.
• Enthusiasm for developing high-quality, secure, and performant applications.
• A keen interest in learning about cutting‑edge security and identity management challenges.
• A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams for seamless integration.
• Contribute to technical designs, proposals, and architectural decisions.
• Develop high‑quality, maintainable software components with comprehensive unit/functional tests.
• Participate in code reviews, providing feedback and ensuring adherence to coding standards and security best practices.
• Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team.

Skills

Java web development

Security engineering

CI/CD practices

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Angular

ReactJS

Backbone

Vue

Job description

Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human

Identity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era. This work requires a relentless drive to solve complex challenges with real-world stakes. We are looking for builders and owners who operate with speed and urgency and execute with excellence.

This is an opportunity to do career-defining work. We're all in on this mission. If you are too, let's talk.

Access Management Engineering Team

The Okta Access Management Team builds the foundation for authentication and authorization across Okta-protected resources. Our mission is to enable customers to access these resources securely. We develop Okta cloud services and client software that allow users to seamlessly login to devices and use Okta authenticators to access applications securely. Learn more about Okta’s Engineering on our blog.

About You

We seek a passionate Java Senior Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate should possess:

• Solid experience in Java web development.
• Enthusiasm for developing high-quality, secure, and performant applications.
• A keen interest in learning about cutting‑edge security and identity management challenges.
• A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a team building innovative identity and security products from the ground up. You will have the chance to work on challenging problems, contribute to the product roadmap, and continuously expand your skills in a rapidly evolving industry.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (QA, Product, Support, UX) for seamless integration.
• Following best practices, contribute to technical designs, proposals, and architectural decisions.
• Develop high‑quality, maintainable software components with comprehensive unit/functional tests.
• Participate in code reviews, providing feedback and ensuring adherence to coding standards and security best practices.
• Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team.

Minimum Requirements

• 7+ years of experience building Java‑based web applications
• Good understanding of design patterns, scalability patterns, security engineering, and object‑oriented principles.
• Experience working in fast‑paced software development teams leveraging continuous integration and deployment practices.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work across functions

Nice to have

• Experience building anomaly detection systems or risk systems is a huge plus.Experience in cloud security, identity, and/or authentication protocolsExperience with one or more UI technologies such as Angular, ReactJS, Backbone, and Vue.
• Strong understanding of IAM protocols (FIDO, WebAuthn, SSO, SAML, OAuth) and identity management best practices.

Education and Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience or degree.
• 7 years of software development experience.

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