Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

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Okta

Sydney, Australia

Hybrid

Posted March 23, 2026

Job Description

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 SDET is responsible for ensuring high product quality through test strategy, automation,
and close collaboration with engineering teams. This role focuses on building scalable test
automation, identifying quality risks early, and advocating for the customer by maintaining a
strong quality bar throughout the software development lifecycle.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Review product requirements and design specifications to create effective test plans and
detailed test cases
Develop, execute, and maintain automated UI and API tests, including end-to-end,
reliability, and scalability testing
Collaborate with engineering management to scope, plan, and estimate quality
engineering work
Document and communicate quality engineering plans, test strategies, and risks to
scrum teams
Review application code to identify defects, gaps in test coverage, and potential areas of
weakness
Design and implement test frameworks and tools to improve automation coverage and
efficiency
Automate all critical features to maintain a zero test debt approach
Ensure features are released with high confidence in quality and stability
Participate in on-call rotations to respond to production alerts and customer-reported
issues
Act as a strong customer advocate with a deep focus on quality and user experience

Key Competencies

Strong automation and coding skills
Deep understanding of software quality practices and test methodologies
Ability to influence quality standards across engineering teams
Strong communication and documentation skills
Ownership mindset and customer-first approach

Reporting Structure
Reports to: Engineering Manager / Quality Engineering Manager

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The Okta Experience

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.

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