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Principal Software Engineer - Access Foundation

Okta
CompanyOkta
CategoryEngineering
LocationBengaluru
RemoteOn-site (inferred)
EmploymentNot stated
LevelLead
SalaryNot stated by the employer
Posted19 Jan 2026
Last verified30 Jul 2026
SourceEmployer career page (greenhouse)
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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. 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 Workforce and Customer Identity Clouds enable secure yet flexible access, authentication, and automation that transforms how people move through the digital world, putting Identity at the heart of business security and growth.  At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every box - we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can improve us with their unique experiences.  Join our team! We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you. Company Description: Okta is the leading independent provider of enterprise identity. The Okta Identity Cloud enables organizations to securely connect the right people to the right technologies at the right time. With over 6,500 pre-built integrations to applications and infrastructure providers, Okta customers can easily and securely use the best technologies for their business. Over 7,950 organizations, including 20th Century Fox, JetBlue, Nordstrom, Slack, Teach for America and Twilio, trust Okta to help protect the identities of their workforces and customers Access Management Foundation Team The Access Management Pillar at Okta is on a mission to seamlessly and securely authorize users to access any resource they need to get their work done. Our goal is to lead the industry in Zero Trust identity management.  The Access Foundation Backend Team is at the core of this mission, building and maintaining the foundational components and frameworks that power Okta's identity and access management solutions. 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 are looking for a seasoned Principal Engineer to join our team and help us build the future of identity and access management. Ideal candidate should be A strong Java developer with a passion for building high-quality, secure, and performant applications and frameworks.  Excited by the opportunity to work on cutting-edge security and identity management challenges and are a thought leader who can drive technical strategy and mentor other engineers. A collaborative individual with excellent communication skills, capable of working with cross-functional teams to deliver on a shared vision.  Not just be a builder; but a force multiplier who can create frameworks and solutions that enable other teams to be more productive. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain core components of the Okta Access Management platform Lead the architectural design and implementation of new features and services, with a focus on scalability, performance, and security. Build and maintain frameworks that enable other engineering teams to ship modular and secure code quickly. Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other engineering teams to define the technical strategy and lead the prototyping of framework components Following best practices, contribute to technical designs, proposals, and architectural decisions. Drive a culture of quality and continuous improvement, with a focus on robust testing, monitoring, and operational excellence. Stay up-to-dat
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