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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 Oktas Engineering on .About You
We seek a passionate and experienced C++ Software Engineer on linux platform to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate should possess
Solid experience in C++ on linux platform, preferably on the application development side.Familiarity with C# and .NET is preferred but not requiredA 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.Gather and refine requirements with Product and Engineering teams for prototyping Windows client components.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:Strong hands-on experience developing applications using C++ on linux.Proficient in object-oriented programming principles, design patterns, and best practices for writing clean, maintainable, and scalable code.Proven experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban), CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools.Proficient in Linux. Skilled in debugging and troubleshooting linux desktop applications using tools like Visual Studio Debugger, profilers or other platform-specific debuggers Linux.Familiarity with cloud platforms, databases, and front-end frameworks.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Nice to have:Experience with IPC mechanisms (COM, Pipes, RPC, Sockets) and kernel debugging.Proficiency in Windows UI frameworks like WPF and XAML for desktop apps (or frameworks such as Avalonia UI)Proficiency in Windows UI frameworks like WPF and XAML for desktop app development.Strong understanding of IAM protocols (FIDO, WebAuthn, SSO, SAML, OAuth) and identity management best practices.Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, secure coding practices, and certifications like CISSP or Security+.
Education and Training:Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience or degree.3-5 years of software development experience, with at least 3 years of experience designing and building enterprise software on C++ on linux.
