Lead Backend Engineering Manager, Identity Platform

Okta; United States; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The World’s Identity Company is seeking a senior engineering leader to scope and guide a backend Java team focused on identity and security platforms. You will drive architecture, tooling, and delivery for authentication and authorization features, while shaping the team culture and long-term growth.

Join a mission-driven organization that values diverse perspectives and accelerates impact through hands-on leadership, collaboration, and rigorous engineering practices in a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• 3+ years managing engineering teams.
• 7-10 years of software development experience with Java.
• Experience with testing automation and release orchestration.
• Strong knowledge of secure web development and cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead a backend Java team delivering identity and security features.
• Define strategic direction and roadmaps for the team.
• Ensure scalable, maintainable systems with high-quality testing.
• Recruit, develop talent, and manage performance.

Skills

Team leadership

Java backend

SDLC

Testing automation

CI/CD

Cloud technologies

Stakeholder management

Hiring & coaching

Tools

CI/CD platforms

Job description

The World’s Identity Company is seeking a senior engineering leader to scope and guide a backend Java team focused on identity and security platforms. You will drive architecture, tooling, and delivery for authentication and authorization features, while shaping the team culture and long-term growth.

Join a mission-driven organization that values diverse perspectives and accelerates impact through hands-on leadership, collaboration, and rigorous engineering practices in a hybrid work setup.