Join Okta as a Staff Software Engineer - ISPM. Okta is the leading independent identity provider, trusted by over 18,500 organizations worldwide. We help organizations securely connect people to technology. As a Staff Software Engineer in Okta's Identity Security Posture Management (ISPM) team, you'll lead the design, architecture, and development of scalable backend systems using Python to revolutionize identity security. Your work will deliver end-to-end contextual visibility, reduce risks, and enhance compliance for modern organizations. Join us to shape the future of ISPM platform and drive engineering excellence in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: • Lead, design, architect, and build high-quality scalable software with best practices in software engineering architecture and processes • Raise engineering excellence by improving methodologies, producing best-in-class code, documentation, testing, and monitoring • Collaborate with product and R&D engineers to translate requirements into technical solutions for the ISPM platform • Identify and resolve technical issues, performance bottlenecks in large-scale identity security systems • Stay current with industry trends and technologies to continuously enhance identity security products • Mentor colleagues and promote knowledge-sharing across the Spera engineering team What We're Looking For: • 8+ years of software engineering experience in fast-paced environments, with 5+ years in Python backend development • Proven track record building and delivering large-scale distributed systems • Solid understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices • Excellent problem-solving skills and detail-oriented mindset for complex identity security challenges • Strong communication and collaboration abilities to thrive in cross-functional teams What We Offer: • Competitive compensation with equity and benefits • Health, dental, vision insurance and 401(k) matching • Flexible PTO, parental leave, and professional development • Hybrid work options and inclusive, collaborative culture Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.