Principal Software Engineer - macOS

Overview

Principal Software Engineer for macOS, focused on architecting, building, and scaling critical macOS software and services for Okta’s device identity and security platform.

What you'll do

• Translate strategic business objectives into technical roadmaps with Product Management, Engineering Directors, and Principal Architects.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across Product, Design, and QA for delivery of key engineering initiatives.
• Lead design and implementation of new features and services from conception through deployment.
• Mentor Staff and Senior engineers and guide technical design reviews to raise the engineering bar.
• Raise technical standards through rigorous code standards, automated testing, and modernized CI/CD pipelines.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and promote knowledge sharing.
• Use AI-native engineering practices with AI coding assistants to accelerate delivery.

What you'll need

• 7+ years of progressive software development experience.
• Proven track record designing and building macOS (or iOS) features using Swift.
• Deep expertise in macOS (or iOS) software environments, including design/performance optimization and security considerations.
• Expertise with debugging and performance optimization using Xcode, LLDB, and Instruments.
• Experience with agile environments plus understanding of CI/CD and automated testing.
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts and influence technical direction.
• Proficiency leveraging AI coding assistants such as GitHub Copilot.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Details

• Role marked as #LI-Hybrid.