at Okta
Location
Bellevue, Washington; Chicago, Illinois; Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Compensation
$152k–$209k USD
Type
full time
Posted
1 months ago
Remote
Yes
Market range · company + function + seniority
p25 · target · p75 · n=28
Posted $209k · below the band
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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.
Role Overview
We are seeking an accomplished Principal Engineer to lead the technical architecture and evolution of our hybrid digital ecosystem. In this pivotal role, you will drive the strategic integration of multi-modal AI into our core infrastructure while architecting an omnichannel platform capable of supporting complex customer journeys. You will balance the adoption of proven third-party AI solutions (OpenAI, Anthropic) with the development of proprietary optimizations where they deliver a competitive advantage. As a technical leader, you will champion a vendor-agnostic, ethically grounded, and Privacy by Design approach to AI implementation.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
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Below is the annual base salary range for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York and Washington. Your actual base salary will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, 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/us.
Below 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 Okta Experience
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.
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