Valuable work experience overshadowed by poor leadership - Senior Software Engineer Okta Employee Review

3.0
21 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

work is good, lots to learn

Cons

leadership is joke and cannot for the love of life figure out what needs to happen as a whole

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5.0
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Pros

Fantastic team and work life balance

Cons

No contract renewal due to budget constraints

1.0
4 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Smart, talented, and supportive colleagues. Interesting products and the opportunity to work on technology that impacts many customers. Good work-life balance in most teams. Collaborative culture with opportunities to learn from experienced peers. Strong brand recognition and valuable experience for your resume

Cons

Cons Recognition is lacking, especially for individual contributors. Strong performance and consistent delivery do not necessarily translate into career advancement, promotions, or meaningful salary increases. Growth opportunities appear limited for ICs, while management roles seem to receive a greater share of advancement and compensation opportunities. After several years, many individual contributors may find themselves reaching a career plateau with few clear paths for progression. If career growth, promotion opportunities, and compensation advancement are important priorities, it may be worth evaluating other opportunities once you’ve gained experience here

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