Full-time

Staff Software Engineer for Backend Systems

Posted by Okta • toronto, on, Canada

📍 toronto, on 🕒 June 04, 2026

About the Role

Lead backend innovation at Okta as a Staff Software Engineer, focusing on Golang services and system architecture. Shape the platform’s technical strategy while mentoring peers and ensuring reliability across systems.

As a key technical leader, you will guide the evolution of Postgres-backed distributed systems. Your role emphasizes defining the long-term tech roadmap and simplifying complex workflows. Collaborating with Product and Infrastructure leadership is essential to negotiate technical trade-offs and bolster platform performance.

Key Responsibilities: • Drive Golang-based backend service strategy • Architect high-performance, multi-region distributed systems • Simplify organizational complexity through systemic analysis • Enhance observability and operational health standards • Mentor Senior and Mid-level engineers effectively

Requirements: • 8+ years of software engineering experience • Proficient in Golang and distributed systems design • Strong kno...

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