Okta Lead Engineer at Oakland CA (5 Days onsite)

Overview

Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6month(s)
100% Travel

Skills

OKTA
lead
SAML
IAM
OIDC
SSO
SCIM
JIT

Job Details

We are looking for Okta Lead Engineer in Oakland CA (5 Days onsite)

Role : Okta Lead Engineer

Location: Oakland CA (5 Days onsite)

Hire type : Contract


Mode :Onsite

Experience : 12+years

Notice Period: Looking for Immediate Joiners


Are you a passionate Okta Lead Engineer looking for your next big opportunity? We are looking for skilled professionals to join our dynamic team and work on cutting-edge projects with a collaborative and innovative environment.

About This Position

The role focuses on leading identity and access management (IAM) transitions, specifically migrating from Okta to a new Identity Provider (IDP), consolidating applications, managing data migrations, and overseeing decommissioning of legacy systems. The candidate will ensure successful migrations through robust validation practices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the transition of applications/services from Okta to a new IDP.
  • Manage the consolidation of applications/services between services, including data migration from applications.
  • Oversee the decommissioning of applications/services replaced by client specific solutions.
  • Establish and execute validation principles to ensure successful migrations.

Technical Skills:

  • Comprehensive understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) principles and best practices.
  • Deep proficiency in Okta's Identity Engine platform (features, functionality, integration).
  • Strong expertise in IDP protocols: SSO, SAML, OIDC, JIT, SCIM (understanding appropriate use cases).
  • Ability to interpret technical specifications and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.

Analytical Skills:

  • Exceptional problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues effectively.
  • Strong attention to detail in requirements gathering and solution validation.

Communication Skills:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder interaction across all levels.
  • Proven ability to create clear, concise documentation and reports.

Project Management Skills:

  • Strong organizational skills for managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
  • Knowledgeable with Agile Scrum methodologies

Qualification:

Education & Certifications:

  • 8+ Years related experience in IAM domain.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or a closely related field.

Relevant certifications such as Okta Certified Administrator or Okta Certified Consultant are required.


References are highly appreciated!

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