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full-timeSenior Solutions Engineer, UK&I
Okta · London, United Kingdom
Okta is a global provider of identity and access management solutions that helps organisations secure user authentication and authorisation across applications and services. The Senior Solutions Engineer for the UK&I market will act as a trusted technical advisor throughout the sales cycle, creating and delivering product demonstrations, sales presentations and workshops for audiences ranging from developers to C‑level executives. Day‑to‑day work involves understanding a customer’s technical environment, asking detailed questions to uncover identity‑related challenges, and mapping Okta’s Identity Platform to address those needs. The role requires strong pre‑sales experience, the ability to explain complex security concepts clearly, and familiarity with protocols such as OIDC, OAuth2, SAML or LDAP, as well as identity governance, PAM and core application security practices. Candidates who have worked with large enterprises, possess solid communication skills, enjoy collaborative, travel‑intensive customer engagements, and have a background in engineering, computer science or related fields will be well suited for this position.
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. The UK&I Solutions Engineering team guides Okta customers through their entire journey, from initial engagement to upsell and cross-sell, using their expertise in presentations, events, and meetings to ensure customers drive maximum value from our platform. We are looking for great teammates that can build sales presentations, product demonstrations, and educate customers (everyone from developers to product managers to C-level executives) on Identity Security. Okta’s Solutions Engineers empathise with customers and quickly discern their true technical needs by asking detailed and clarifying questions and presenting solutions that target those needs. You have the rare combination of technical savviness and business insight and you’re looking for a career where you can utilise both. As a Solutions Engineer at Okta, you will hone each of these skills by advising a diverse set of customers on what is possible using Okta’s Identity Platform. What you’ll be doing: Involved in all stages of the customer’s sales lifecycle in the role of trusted technical advisor. Building sales presentations, product demonstrations, and educate customers (everyone from developers to product managers to C-level executives) on the best ways to secure identity. Empathise with customers and quickly discern their true technical needs by asking detailed and clarifying questions and presenting solutions that target those needs. Using your technical savviness and business insights, you will hone each of these skills by advising a diverse set of customers on what is possible using Okta’s Identity Platform What you’ll bring to the role: A passion to serve the customer, with experience working within PreSales (e.g. Sales Engineer, Solutions Engineer, PreSales Consultant) An ability to quickly communicate complex ideas around a technical topic, ideally on the fly at a whiteboard Knowledge of and/or experience with at least one standard network security protocol (eg. OIDC, OAuth2, SAML, LDAP) Knowledge of and/or experience in identity governance and administration (IGA): identity lifecycle management, access reviews, role-based access control (RBAC), and policy enforcement Knowledge of and/or experience in Privilege Access Management (PAM): familiarity with concepts such as least privilege, just-in-time (JIT) access, session monitoring, and vaulting privileged credentials to secure critical assets An understanding of core security concerns within a typical application (password hashing, SSL/TLS, encryption at rest, XSS, XSRF) An understanding of sales methodologies and best practice, including awareness of MEDDPICCC Experience working with Large Enterprise and/or Strategic sectors Excellent communication skills and an ability to articulate business value An ability to disperse knowledge to a highly skilled and experienced audience. Enjoy travel and meeting customers Enjoy collaborating with cross functional teams to drive success And extra credit if you have experience in any of the following! Experience with Identity & Access Management, Single Sign-on and API-based solutions Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, MIS or a comparable field Software Developer experience #LI-Hybrid #LI-JP3 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 recrui
| Role | Senior Solutions Engineer, UK&I |
|---|---|
| Company | Okta |
| Location | London, United Kingdom |
| Type | full-time |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-10-07 |
| 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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