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full-timeSenior Software Engineer In Test, UI Platform
Okta · Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Okta provides identity‑security infrastructure that enables organizations to safely adopt AI and other technologies by securing every user and service identity. The Senior Software Engineer in Test role on the UI Platform team focuses on building and maintaining the test framework that guarantees the quality of Okta’s frontend and platform surfaces. Day‑to‑day responsibilities include designing scalable UI test architecture, creating and sustaining cross‑browser and visual regression test suites, establishing automated accessibility and localization testing practices integrated into continuous‑integration pipelines, and verifying out‑of‑the‑box configurations across supported environments. The role also involves reviewing requirements to develop test plans, collaborating with engineering management on cross‑team quality efforts, communicating QE architecture to scrum teams, participating in on‑call rotations to address production and customer issues, and mentoring SDETs, new hires, and interns while influencing engineering‑wide quality standards. This position suits candidates with substantial quality‑engineering experience, deep expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript and modern UI testing tools such as Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium, and a proven ability to design test frameworks from the ground up, lead with minimal supervision, and mentor others.
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. Okta is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer in Test for our UI Engineering team. As a senior member of product quality engineering, you will own the test framework and quality strategy for our frontend and platform surfaces, ensuring every UI release meets the highest bar for functional correctness, visual consistency, accessibility, and global usability. The ideal candidate has deep experience in JavaScript/TypeScript, has designed and scaled UI test frameworks, and has a track record of setting technical direction across teams rather than just executing within one. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Design and own scalable UI test architecture and frameworks used across multiple frontend teams Build and maintain cross-browser (CB) and visual regression testing (VRT) suites to catch UI regressions before release Establish automated and manual accessibility (a11y/WCAG) testing practices integrated into CI Design and maintain localization/globalization (L10n/G11n) test coverage across locales, languages, and RTL layouts Ensure out-of-the-box (OOB) configurations and default behaviors are verified across all supported environments Review requirements and design specs to develop test plans and test strategy for platform-level and frontend initiatives Work with engineering management to scope and plan cross-team quality engineering efforts Clearly communicate and document QE architecture and plans for scrum teams to review and adopt Respond to Production issues/alerts and customer issues during on-call rotation Mentor SDETs, new hires, and interns; influence engineering-wide quality standard Minimum REQUIRED Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 5+ years of quality engineering experience with deep, hands-on test automation expertise Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, with the ability to read and write production-quality frontend code Hands-on expertise with modern UI testing technologies (e.g., Playwright, Cypress, Selenium WebDriver) Proven experience with cross-browser testing (CBT), visual regression testing (VRT), accessibility testing, and localization/globalization testing Demonstrated experience designing test architecture and frameworks from the ground up, not just writing tests within an existing one Ability to operate and lead with minimal supervision, setting technical direction for other engineers Ability to quickly learn new technologies and provide input at an architectural level Education and Training: B.S. Computer Science or related field #P10437_3497164 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 annual base salary range for this position for candidates located in Canada is between: $118,000 — $162,000 CAD The Okta Experience Supporting Your Well-Being Driving Social Impact Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community 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. Notice for New York City Applicants & Employees: Okta may use Automated Employment Decision Tools (AEDT), as defined by New York City Local Law 144, that use artificial intelligence, machine learning, or other automated processes to assist in our recruitment and hiring process. In accordance with NY
| Role | Senior Software Engineer In Test, UI Platform |
|---|---|
| Company | Okta |
| Location | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Type | internship |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-10-01 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
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- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter reviews your background against the role.
- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
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0/4About Okta
Okta, Inc. is an Identity-as-a-Service (IDaaS) company founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco. The company provides identity and access management solutions for workforces, customers, and AI agents. Its offerings include the Okta Platform for governance and the Auth0 Platform for authentication. Okta’s services are designed to secure human and machine identities, helping organizations manage access across their digital ecosystems. The company serves a diverse client base, including major government agencies and two-thirds of the Fortune 100, supporting thousands of organizations globally in securing their business operations and digital infrastructure.
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