Lead UX Researcher, Brand

Okta is hiring a Lead UX Researcher, Brand to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Lead UX Researcher, Brand, you'll craft intuitive, beautiful experiences end to end. This is a contract, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — US (East Coast)). About the role You'll craft intuitive, beautiful experiences end to end, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Iterate based on feedback and data • Conduct and apply user research • Design flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity mockups • Contribute to and maintain the design system • Collaborate closely with product and engineering What we offer: • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • Flexible working hours across US time zones • Annual learning and professional development budget • Paid parental leave • Generous paid time off and company holidays How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. Okta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 7+ years of experience, including leading teams or projects • Understanding of accessibility and usability • Strong portfolio of shipped work • Strong visual and interaction design skills • Ability to give and receive feedback Nice to have: • Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment • Experience working in a fully remote or distributed team