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Senior Software Engineer - Identity Threat Protection

Okta

Toronto, CAonsite$99k-$136k/yrPosted Mar 23, 2026

At a glance

Highlights

  • Hybrid work model
  • Career-defining security projects
  • Fast-paced engineering team
  • Competitive compensation and benefits

Why this role might suit you

The position enables engineers to shape a next-generation identity threat protection platform at a leading authentication company, working on scalable cloud-native security products within a mission-driven, innovative team.

Skills

javadesign-patternsscalability-patternssecurity-engineeringobject-oriented-principlescontinuous-integrationcontinuous-deploymentcode-reviewunit-testing

About the role

Secure Every Identity, from AI to HumanIdentity 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.About the Okta Identity Threat Protection Identity Threat Protection (ITP) with Okta AI, goes beyond traditional login security to provide real-time protection against evolving threats. By seamlessly integrating with your existing security infrastructure, ITP analyzes user behavior and system data to identify and mitigate risks proactively. We’re a team of full-stack engineers, data scientists, and ML engineers redefining cloud authentication. We aim to build a next-gen security platform that continuously evaluates threats and constructs a comprehensive risk graph. ITP is at the forefront of trust and security by prioritizing risk in authentication and authorization decisions. Identity Threat Protection with Okta AI The Senior Software Engineer Opportunity Okta is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join its ITP engineering team. This is an opportunity to solve critical security problems. The ideal candidate has experience building, launching, and supporting security products at scale. You will share our passion and great pride in elegant solutions and will join an engineering team that strongly believes in designing for scale, rigorous code reviews, automated testing, and an iterative process to build high-quality enterprise software. You will demonstrate great aptitude for software engineering excellence and aren’t afraid to be a player-coach. Our team is fast, innovative, and flexible, with agile release cycles and individual ownership. Here is an opportunity to work on stimulating security projects and emerging technologies, as well as a chance to work on complex security and ML challenges. What you’ll be doing

Own and manage the design, development, delivery, and supportability of cloud-native security products - from concept design to final implementation. Cross-group solid collaboration and interpersonal communication skills working with a variety of roles, including engineering, product management, design, support, and documentation Commit to high programming standards by reviewing code and writing unit and functional tests. Experience working with remote teams and individuals while ensuring quality, agility, and velocity Participate in rotations to expeditiously unblock customers and make them successful

What you’ll bring to the role

3+ 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 functio

And extra credit if you have experience in any of the following!

Experience building anomaly detection systems or risk systems is a huge plus. Experience in cloud security, identity, and/or authentication protocols Experience with one or more UI technologies such as Angular, ReactJS, Backbone, and Vue.

#LI- Hybrid #BB-1 P8188_3331996Below is the annual salary range for candidates located in Canada. Your actual salary will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, RRSP with a match, healthcare spending, telemedicine, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. To learn more about our Total Rewards program, please visit: https://rewards.okta.com/can.The annual base salary range for this position for candidates located in Canada is between:$136,000—$187,000 CADThe Okta Experience

Supporting Your Well-Being Driving Social Impact Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community

We are intentional about connection. Our global community, spanning over 20 offices worldwide, is united by a drive to innovate. Your journey begins with an immersive, in-person onboarding experience designed to accelerate your impact and connect you to our mission and team from day one.Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws.If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete any part of the job application, interview process, or onboarding please use this Form to request an accommodation.Notice for New York City Applicants & Employees: Okta may use Automated Employment Decision Tools (AEDT), as defined by New York City Local Law 144, that use artificial intelligence, machine learning, or other automated processes to assist in our recruitment and hiring process. In accordance with NYC Local Law 144, if you are an applicant or employee residing in New York City, please click here to view our full NYC AEDT Notice.Okta is committed to complying with applicable data privacy and security laws and regulations. For more information, please see our Personnel and Job Candidate Privacy Notice at https://www.okta.com/legal/personnel-policy/.

Compensation

This Software Engineer role pays $99k-$136k/yr. Within typical range for software engineer roles in Canada.

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