Senior Software Engineer, Platform Streaming (Auth0)

Okta, Inc.

Job Overview

Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• Join Okta, The World’s Identity Company, as a Senior Software Engineer on the Platform Streaming team, where you will play a pivotal role in building and operating the data pipeline infrastructure that powers event streaming, messaging, and analytics use cases. This is a high-impact opportunity to contribute to foundational infrastructure that enables Auth0 to scale for years to come, working alongside talented engineers across the organization.
• As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining highly scalable services that handle data-intensive workloads. Your primary focus will be on writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code, adhering to proven design patterns to tackle complex engineering challenges. You will be expected to take ownership of critical components within the streaming platform, ensuring their reliability, performance, and scalability.
• A key aspect of this role involves leading the design and development of robust, event-driven systems. You will leverage your expertise in distributed systems and data pipelines to architect solutions that can handle massive volumes of data and high throughput. This includes evaluating and advocating for modern technologies that can accelerate value delivery, enhance engineering efficiency, and maintain a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
• You will be a champion for operational excellence, participating in the team’s on-call rotation to ensure the stability and availability of the services you support. This hands-on experience with production systems will provide valuable insights for continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving. Furthermore, you will contribute to the overall health and security of our platform, ensuring adherence to best practices in code reviews, design reviews, and operational robustness.
• Beyond technical contributions, this role offers the opportunity to mentor and coach fellow engineers, helping to scale up the engineering organization and foster a culture of learning and growth. You will share your knowledge and experience, guiding junior engineers and contributing to their professional development. This leadership aspect is crucial for building a strong, collaborative, and high-performing team.
• The Streaming Foundations team is at the forefront of enabling Auth0's growth by providing the essential data infrastructure. You will work with cutting-edge technologies and tackle challenging problems in distributed systems, real-time data processing, and large-scale data management. Your contributions will directly impact the performance, reliability, and scalability of Auth0's identity platform, which is used by millions of users worldwide.
• Okta is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where different perspectives are valued. We are seeking individuals who are lifelong learners and can bring unique experiences to our team. If you are passionate about building scalable, reliable, and secure systems, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact.
• You will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of features and services, from initial design and implementation through to deployment, monitoring, and ongoing maintenance. This includes collaborating with product managers, other engineering teams, and stakeholders to define requirements, prioritize work, and deliver high-quality solutions that meet business needs.
• The role demands a strong understanding of software development principles, data structures, algorithms, and system design. You will be expected to make informed technical decisions, articulate trade-offs, and contribute to architectural discussions. Your ability to translate complex requirements into practical, scalable solutions will be key to your success.
• By joining Okta, you will be part of a company that is a leader in the identity and access management space, offering a unique opportunity to work on a critical and rapidly growing market. You will gain exposure to a wide range of technologies and challenges, contributing to a product that is essential for modern digital security and business operations.
• We encourage candidates who are eager to learn and grow, and who are not afraid to tackle challenging problems. If you are a proactive, results-oriented engineer with a passion for platform engineering and distributed systems, we invite you to apply and help us build the future of identity.

🎯 Requirements

• 3-5 years of software development experience in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Hands-on experience designing, developing, and tuning highly-scalable, event-driven systems.
• Solid understanding of database fundamentals and experience with event streaming technologies such as Kafka.
• Proficiency in Golang or Java.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary range ($136,000 - $187,000 CAD annually) plus equity and bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• RRSP with employer match, healthcare spending account, and telemedicine services.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and parental leave policies.

Skills & Technologies

TypeScript

Java

React

AWS

Senior

Remote

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About Okta, Inc.

Okta provides cloud-based identity and access management software that enables organizations to securely connect employees, partners, and customers to the right technologies. Its platform offers single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, lifecycle management, API access control, and analytics to manage user identities across applications, devices, and networks. The company serves enterprises, government agencies, and small to medium-sized businesses, helping them improve security, compliance, and user experience while reducing IT complexity and support costs.

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